Nancy and I recently visited to the Kia Center to see the Bryan Adams and Benatar - Giraldo…read moreconcert. We had a phenomenal experience. We purchased tickets through Ticket Master and also paid for parking ahead of time which worked out wonderfully. Staff at the arena were very friendly and accommodating. I'm not crazy about cashless systems but everything here is cashless. They have essentially weeded out long lines for soda, beer, wine, and most of the food by making everything grab and go then pay cashless. They usually have one or two POS monitors on standby making sure everyone is actually paying and assist if there is an issue with the POS. The show was on schedule, the sound, lighting, and show props went on without a hitch. I've seen Benatar - Giraldo twice previously, and now here, many years later, they are still amazing! I've never seen Bryan Adams and boy did he put on a fantastic show for nearly 2-hours, just awesome. The only thing I think the Kia Center could do to increase customer satisfaction is add in a Megatron for the first acts or acts that don't have the funding to provide their own. It can be hard to see if you are way back, but fortunately for us we brough our binoculars; we had a great view regardless. If you go to a show here you pretty much got it made - no sunburn, no rain, in a comfortable space with air conditioning, cup holders at the seats, and plenty of restrooms available to handle large crowds, Good Job! We will be back.

As far as concert venues go I was pretty impressed. I will say they really need to coordinate with…read moreOrlando City. We happened to be going on a night that Orlando City was playing as well, both events started at the same time. So both getting to and leaving the venue were insane. We would definitely park further away and walk if we go to the Solar Bears or another show. The lobby is really stunning. I was impressed with the local vendors like Kelly's ice cream and beers from krooked can. The themed cocktails were really cool too. The standard fare of chicken tenders and fries left much to be desired. I'd get something else or eat beforehand. I was really shocked by how small the ladies rooms were. The seats were great as well as the sound and lighting. I would definitely go to a game or show again!

I've come here a few times for different events. Most notably was the feast on 50…read more The parking situation was decent when we arrived. The event itself was coordinated well and a lot of fun! There was a large variety of activities and it was nice to see the alumni village and celebrate with other UCF graduates young and old! It's a shame that tickets aren't provided to veterans and family like they used to be! I would love to go back this year!

I have to say that while this place looks gorgeous, that is all I can say that is amazing about…read morethis place. I recently was here for a festival and it is a nice stadium and grounds, the rest is a lot to be desired. Getting into the venue was easy but the security wasn't on the same page with the water bottle rules. The site says sealed bottles were allowed but when I tried going through, they made me either throw it out or empty it before I was allowed in. I had to chug my water so I didn't have to pay for an $8 dollar bottle of water!!! The staff was more or less friendly but a lot of them seemed to wanna be anywhere else but there while the event was going on. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious and should have been cleaned every thirty minutes. There was water and who knows what else, everywhere. Food was pretty good, from the handful of things I had over the weekend, but the prices were ridiculous. They wanted almost $10 dollars for an Auntie Anne's pretzel. Overall its a decent place with some happy workers and decently good food but not a venue I would go to unless absolutely necessary.

Being an educator has its perks!…read more Receiving free Orlando pride tickets was a really nice gesture and made for a fun date night last year. ( sorry for the late post ) The check in was really easy and the small clear bag policy wasn't an issue. Parking was easy as we parked by the near parking garage and walked maybe 5 minutes to the stadium. We had a really good time at the game watching the pride win and really enjoyed the fireworks and music during the halftime. Food selection was good and the had a variety of Pepsi products and cold beers. I'm looking forward to going to games this year with my daughter as she plays soccers and has not been to a game. On the website it shows the season of 16 games running through November 1,2026 so I will definitely be updating my review for the current season.

There has never been a bad experience at Inter & Co Stadium. Every game I have attended has been so…read moremuch fun and so much energy. Going to watch the Orlando City games is an experience but to be a part of The Wall, that's a whole new level of excitement. From whistle to whistle, chants to screams you will always be entertained. The supporters on The Wall, are non stop roars of energy and loyalty. The on going chants, singing, drums and waving of flags are contagious energy that keeps the team and supporters going. The stadium is easy to navigate. Please note, IF YOU ARE WEARING JERSEY'S FROM OTHER TEAMS YOU CANNOT ENTER THROUGH THE SUPPORTERS GATE AND YOU CANNOT ENTER THE SUPPORTERS AREA. You will be turned away and worse, you will be heavily mocked by the Orlando City fans. Views from any seat are sure to be great. Keep in mind that The Wall is all standing but that's ok since you will be jumping, dancing, cheering and screaming the whole game. Believe me, once you've experienced a game from The Wall, you'll never want to sit anywhere else. I sure have not. There are a of food options which will please all ages and food personalities. Prices are not outrageous so don't think you'll be loosing an arm or a leg. Prices for tickets are also super reasonable so a family night to the soccer fields are always reasonable. Another stop, another story. Until the next one...this one get's a thumbs up.

There are some amazing things about this theatre space…read more I love the way the doors can slide open so on nice Orlando nights it's like an open air entrance. I love how beautiful the stairwell is going up to two. I love how much they have expanded their food and beverage line up over the years. The sound tends to be pretty good, the communication from the theatre is always amazing. They waive fees if you come to the box office to buy your tickets. The seats are comfy and almost every seat has a solid view. The box seats are the exception so be warned. The volunteers are always amazing and they are so nice. It would be cool if they opened a second location that served coffee because that line for espresso beverages is always really long. I love the breadth of show types. There's always something for everyone.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026…read more Front Row, Center Tickets to Ms. Diana Ross' Concert Performance I've been to numerous events at the Dr. Phillips Center but nothing beats having the opportunity to see a legend perform within arms-length to where you're seated. And when that "Icon of Icons" is none other than Ms. Diana Ross...well, nothing else need be said. It was a dream come true to say the least. In my most previous update of the Dr. Phillips Center I indicated meeting with and having my photograph taken with the incredible soprano Sarah Brightman was an entertainment highlight of 2025. 2026 has just begun but I will have to use the superlative "spectacular" once again. As in a spectacular show from start to finish. Diana Ross may be 81 years old!...but she still has the voice and ahem...the moves of a much younger performer. Just think of this, she was performing with the Supremes in the 1960's. I wasn't even born and by the time I was she had 12 number one singles with the OG of girl groups! And she is still working it to this day. Ms. Ross sung a multitude of her hits which kept the crowd, and my sister and I, dancing and singing throughout the evening. However, when she started to belt out Gloria Gaynor's anthem "I Will Survive" that really got the audience out of their seats. An Icon singing and Iconic piece of music is an experience second to none. Ms. Ross, you and your mark on music history is unmatched...blessings to you and your family!

My friends and I went to our first ever Orlando Magic/NBA game a few weeks ago and we had so much…read morefun! They had a lot of fun segments in between breaks including dance performances, Disney trivia to win annual passes, and a small halftime show. We split a soft pretzel and it was fresh and warm. Keep in mind that a bag policy is enforced at all games and if your bag is too large you will have to rent a locker outside of the arena to hold your belongings. This was a super unique and enjoyable experience, and I do not follow basketball. I would definitely go to another game in the future.

Attended an Orlando Magic basketball game the other night and it had been a while since we had…read morespent any time at the arena. Overall, had a great experience and enjoyed the food and beverage offerings as there is quite a bit to choose from. Although some of the stalls did smell like they need to change their grease out because you could definitely tell that it was older grease. Drinks still feels overpriced, but that's almost any sports venue at this point.

"Now stand up and cheer for your Olrando Soooolar Bearrrs!! "…read more It's always a lively event every time the OSB play! We have one of the most engaged fan bases in the ECHL! I make it a habit to go to multiple games each season. It's so much fun to watch!! Definitely a great show of hometown pride!

How could you not have fun with a night out at the boy aquarium? The environment is really fun and…read morehyped, even if they aren't always the best team you still get all the action and fighting of going to a higher tiered team for way less of the price. Been a fan for years and don't plan on stopping! LETS GO BEARS

As a history and baseball fan I had to pay a visit to Tinker Field, named in honor of Joe Tinker…read more(1880-1948) who was a professional baseball player and developer. Joe experienced success with the Chicago Cubs from 1906 to 1910, where he won four pennants and two World Series championships. In 1919 Joe moved to Orlando where he managed the Orlando Tigers and operated a thriving real estate business during Florida's land boom years. The field that would become Tinker Field was first used for baseball in 1914. In 1922 Joe Tinker promoted construction of a new baseball stadium to attract teams for spring training. On April 19. 1923, the new ball field was dedicated. At 1.500 seats, the wooden stadium was larger than Yankee field. The field was red Georgia clay with a grass outfield of Bermuda sod. For years the field was used for spring training by the the Cincinnati Reds (1923-1933), Brooklyn Dodgers (1934-1935,) and the Washington Senators/Minnesota Twins (1936-1990) and as part of the Florida State League and the Southern League. Many Baseball Hall of Famers played here including Jackie Robinson, Rod Carew, Bert Blyleven, Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Harmon Killebrew. In 1963, the stadium was rebuilt with 1,000 seats from the 1911 Griffith Stadium in Washington D.C. On March 6, 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke to thousands when he gave his only speech in Central Florida, "Integration Now", from the pitcher's mound. Less than a month later he was assassinated. Tinker Field was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004 for its association with baseball and Joe Tinker, who was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946. In 2015, the city removed the grandstands and buildings to make room for renovation of the Orlando Citrus Bowl, now Camping World. Tinker Field History Plaza opened in 2018 and the historic baseball diamond and field were landmarked by the Orlando City Council for its connection to the civil rights movement and minor and major league baseball. Marker F-923, Tinker Field was installed in 2016 by the City of Orlando and the Florida Department of State.

What a nice event for Orlando. We went on the last day of the 2020 event and arrived around 2p…read more We were lucky enough to find a close parking spot so we started off great. We had free tix courtesy of a local radio station contest. I can still hear the busy signals in my ear from dialing in. This year, the event was "cashless", which doesn't mean you can't bring cash, but it means you pre-load your bracelet with money that you can use to purchase items from various vendors. It sounds like a good idea, but you have to guess as to how much to load, then do math all day and remember how much you have. When you purchase something, you can ask the person what your balance is. It's nice to not have to get out your wallet every time, but also a pain if you want something that's $7 and you have $6 left. You can't combine "bracelets" either so if someone had $1 left, they'd either have to reload or lose it. There was also a $1 service charge for the privilege of using the bracelet. As far as food options, there were plenty. Various restaurants from around town were there serving up some of their favorites. Gringos Locos, Dixie Dharma, Kaizen Something or other, American Social, Jeremiahs Italian Ice, Jimmy Hula's, and many others were there. It's a great way to try things without driving all over. Many places also had vegan and vegetarian options. There were plenty of wine vendors as well, and those lines were the shortest (or non existent). There was something you could buy that was a sampling of wines for $20. I think they punched or scanned something with each vendor. Most wineries were charging $7 for a glass (plastic cup) of wine. I would think if you want people to try your wines, you'd have it at a lower price point. Are they there to make money or get people to love their wine? (Gringos Locos got it with their $2 Double Decker Tacos, the line was nuts). The event ran till 7 but around 4p, some vendors were already closing up shop. That would be disappointing to me if I was arriving later in the day. There was also Mixed Drinks, Bloody Mary Bars, Beer, Hard Seltzer, and water/soda if you weren't there to get Lit. Prices were good for these options. There were plenty of porta-johns and hand washing stations which is nice. There was a stage with rotating bands. Lots of security as well. I'd recommend going as a nice day out. I wish they'd improve the cashless payment method though. At least let people combine. I'd give it 4 stars if it wasn't for that.

An A OK event that has some ups and downs. This is an annual event that takes place in the heart of…read moredowntown. There are tons of parking garages and lots in the local area that are within walking distance, most are around $5-7 dollars, so it's not too bad. It's about $20 for entry into the event, which seems a bit steep to me, since you have to pay for tickets for the food and drinks on top of that. Each ticket is $2 and most drinks and food are between 3-4 tickets ($6-8). It's a pretty expensive event overall once you tally up parking, entry and tickets. There are a lot of vendors, especially local vendors, which is great, cause I love to support local. There were about 40 tents, about half drinks and half food. There is a menu of options when you arrive, so you can know what to expect. Overall: B- A good locals event, but a pretty steep price tag on it once you add it all up.

Go Lions! We definitely have an outstanding soccer club with…read morean energetic fan base! The stadium is nice, with a great amount of seating and a good variety of dining options! The tailgate area is a lot of fun too! It's always lively and a good time! I've been loosely following our soccer team for a few years now.

I had season tickets for the team when they started at camping world and continued to have them…read morewhen they moved to the new stadium. However, around COVID, I decided not to renew, so it has been a few years since I've been to a game. The reps from the team have been in contact with me often over the last several years. The call and they email, asking if I want to buy another season or package of games. Apparently, all my points from lion nation have added up? They said I had credit in my account that I could use towards tickets. I used my credit to get a three game package in the vip section which includes all you can eat and drink (NA/beer/wine). We went to a Saturday game and had a great time. The seats were great- I could see the plays happening and nothing blocked my view. The food has suffered a bit of a decline. No longer do they serve elaborate charcuterie tables, but instead have a few hot items and the typical hot dog plus/minus chili cheese. That night it was pasta, Chicken and waffles and pork taco. The food was just ok. For beverages, their coolers were full all night with water, soda and sparkling water. We did not want to have beer or wine. They do sell cocktails. The lounge experience has gone downhill. It no longer seems like a vip experience because there are just too many people. They have a huge TV now and they got rid of the small merchandise shop. The lounge is unbelievably noisy. It was difficult to find a place to sit and eat. I do like that it has bathrooms, so I don't have to go far and miss the game. The D entrance is nice too- it's private and has clean bathrooms and a way to get to the regular concourse if you desire. I do like the team. I also enjoy the game. However, I don't think the vip experience is worth it. Just get the cheap tickets and eat on the concourse or go out to eat after the game. You can get a great view from many seats in the stadium. I love that you can go to the game on any budget- they have cheap tickets in the supporter section. It's affordable for most people. I will continue to support the team and I will finish my package of games. I still have more credit so I'll invite some friends. But if I buy tickets in the future, it won't be for the vip lounge experience. I'd rather get a suite or sit in the regular seats.

Can't beat this glamorous spot inside the Bohemian for a pre-show cocktail and snack. Make sure you…read moreget here a bit before curtain, as it fills up quickly. Really love the variety of well crafted cocktails, and interesting plates to share. My favorite cocktail ever has been removed from the menu, their pear martini, but if you ask very nicely, they'll sometimes still make it for you. Last night we enjoyed the avocado dip and the short rib and fig flatbread. I was surprised that the avocado dip was cold, but still delicious. Another favorite is their beef carpaccio. Service is fast and friendly, but be patient if it's pre-show as they get very crowded. Love the ambience and the music and the vibe... Highly recommend!

Orlando-On our way to the Dr. Phillips theater so we stopped in for drinks and apps. What a very…read morecool dark & stormy vibe! Our bartenders were super courteous and had lots of suggestions. Really enjoyed our cocktails...Bees Knees, Old Fashioned & an Aviation. We tried the short rib flatbread. Chef's Kiss!!! Definitely a really awesome place to hang out before heading to the theater.