Things to do in St. Petersburg Florida while on Vacation

BUSCH GARDENS TO HOLD MODIFIED VERSION OF CHRISTMAS TOWN
The annual holiday event will feature a new fireworks show and open-air experiences. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY CHANGING RISE OF THE RESISTANCE BOARDING GROUP PROCESS
Visitors won’t have to be inside the park to reserve a spot. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY SHARES DETAILS ABOUT EPCOT'S UPCOMING HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Epcot Festival of the Holidays kicks off November 27. - Ashley Carter

TAMPA'S DRIVE-IN AT ARMATURE WORKS PROVIDES SOCIALLY DISTANCED MOVIE FIX
Two movies are offered on 52-foot screens nightly, and customers can watch from their cars - Tim Wronka

UNIVERSAL REVEALS HAUNTED HOUSE FOR HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 2021
The annual Halloween event was canceled for this year. - Ashley Carter

WALT DISNEY WORLD ENTRANCE SIGNS TO GET A MAKEOVER
The new color scheme will complement Cinderella Castle's new look. - Ashley Carter

BABY RHINO BORN AT DISNEY'S ANIMAL KINGDOM
The male rhinoceros calf was born at the park on Sunday. - Ashley Carter

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY FAIR ADDS ‘TASTE OF THE FAIR' EVENT
The drive-thru event runs from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 23-25 and Oct. 30-Nov. 1. - Alexandria Jones

2020 ST. PETE GRAND PRIX KICKS OFF WITH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The 2020 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg starts today after the event was postponed in March due to the coronavirus pandemic. - Sarah Blazonis

TASTE OF EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS SET FOR JANUARY
It all starts January 8, 2021. - Spectrum News Staff

AMC TRYING TO BRING IN MORE MOVIEGOERS, OFFERS AUDITORIUM DEAL FOR GROUPS
Grab 19 pals, head to the theatre and split a $99 bill. - Katya Guillaume

FLORIDA'S FIRST SNOW PARK SETS OPENING DATE
The snow park is set to open to the public in November. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY PLUS UPDATES DISCLAIMER TO ACKNOWLEDGE "HARMFUL IMPACT" OF RACIST STEREOTYPES
Disney Plus is placing a new disclaimer before movies that include content that has been described as racist. - Ryan Chatelain

TAMPA BAY'S 10 MOST HAUNTED
These are the hot spots for hauntings in the Tampa Bay area - Scott Harrell

DISNEY WORLD SETS LAST DAY FOR TASTE OF EPCOT FOOD FESTIVAL
The modified festival will end on November 22. - Ashley Carter

UNIVERSAL'S HALLOWEEN OFFERINGS INCLUDE THEMED FOOD, ACTIVITIES
The resort has several offerings for visitors looking to get into the Halloween spirit. - Ashley Carter

CARVING A PUMPKIN? SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR YOUR FAVORITE FLORIDA SPORTS TEAM
Halloween is just around the corner and with that comes the joy of carving pumpkins. - Dan Trotter

LEGOLAND ROLLS OUT ANNUAL PASS DEAL, REVEALS NEW 2021 EXPERIENCES
Legoland is gearing up for its 10th birthday celebration. - Ashley Carter

VINYL RECORD SALES SURPASS CDS AMID COVID-19
The love of vinyl is coming back around, but this time, the owner of Jesse Carl Vinyl shop in Lakeland says, it’s intentional. - Ashonti Ford

GATORLAND BRINGS BACK GATORS, GHOSTS AND GOBLINS FOR HALLOWEEN
The event runs every weekend October 10 - November 1. - Ashley Carter

5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE STATE OF THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
Cosmo Wilson shares his life in the music industry in the pandemic. - Allison Walker Torres

DOC ANTLE OF "TIGER KING" FAME CHARGED WITH ANIMAL CRUELTY, WILDLIFE TRAFFICKING
Bhagavan “Doc” Antle, who appeared in “Tiger King," has been indicted in Virginia on animal cruelty and wildlife trafficking charges. - Associated Press

PIXAR'S "SOUL" TO SKIP THEATERS, DEBUT ON DISNEY PLUS
The film will hit the streaming service in December. - Ashley Carter

ROCK LEGEND EDDIE VAN HALEN DIES AT 65
The musician died after battling cancer. - Spectrum News Staff & Associated Press

LIFE IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS: FISHING TACKLING STORE SEES INFLUX OF CUSTOMERS
In the strange and grim lottery of potential COVID-19-related business outcomes, a Pinellas County fishing tackle store is growing. - Virginia Johnson

BABY DOLPHIN BORN AT SEAWORLD ORLANDO
The dolphin was born at the theme park on September 29. - Ashley Carter

CHARACTER DINING RETURNING TO CHEF MICKEY'S ALONG WITH NEW MENU ITEMS
The character breakfast experience will be available starting December 16. - Ashley Carter

REGAL TO TEMPORARILY CLOSE ALL U.S. MOVIE THEATERS
The news comes as big-budget films get pushed back. - Ashley Carter

CREEPY “HOWDY DOODY” DOLL LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME
Seriously, this doll will make your skin crawl. - Ashonti Ford

CINEWORLD MAY CLOSE US AND UK THEATERS AFTER BOND FILM DELAY
The release of James Bond thriller “No Time to Die” has been delayed from November until April 2021 because of the effect of the coronavirus pandemic. - Associated Press

ALEC BALDWIN, JIM CARREY RECREATE PRESIDENTIAL DEBATE IN "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE" SEASON OPENER
Megan Thee Stallion was the night's musical guest. - Spectrum News Staff & Associated Press

WRESTLEMANIA TO TAMPA NEXT SPRING? WWE NOT SAYING
A Tampa Mania would come about a month after the Super Bowl, also scheduled for Tampa on February 7. - Spectrum News Staff

NEW ST. PETERSBURG INDEPENDENT MOVIE THEATER TO GET SOME "ACTION" THIS WEEKEND
Mike Hazlett is opening the independent Green Light Cinema movie theater in downtown St. Petersburg this weekend - Scott Harrell

GAYLORD PALMS UNVEILS FULL LINEUP FOR CHRISTMAS EVENT
The annual event kicks off November 13. - Ashley Carter

5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT SAVI'S WORKSHOP AT DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
The lightsaber building experience has reopened with new safety measures. - Allison Walker Torres

HALLOWEEN 2020: HOW FLORIDA THEME PARKS ARE CELEBRATING
Here's a look at the Halloween events at the theme parks. - Ashley Carter

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCES NEW JURASSIC VELOCICOASTER, REVEALS MORE DETAILS
The new coaster is set to open summer 2021. - Ashley Carter

TAMPA NEWS FORCE SPINS LOCAL HEADLINES INTO COMEDY GOLD
Tampa Bay comics wax satirical on provocative website Tampa News Force - Scott Harrell

BUSCH GARDENS CHEETAH CUBS GET "COOL" HOCKEY-INSPIRED TREAT
The cubs helped cheer on the Tampa Bay Lightning. - Ashley Carter

WILD FLORIDA TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY WITH FREE ADMISSION
The deal will be offered during the month of October. - Ashley Carter

FLORIDA SNOW PARK STILL ON TRACK TO OPEN IN NOVEMBER
The park will feature a snow tubing hill and a snow dome. - Ashley Carter

"FROZEN" SING-ALONG RETURNS TO DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS NEXT MONTH
The show has remained closed since the park reopened in July. - Ashley Carter

LIFE IN THE TIME: FASHION SHOW RETURNS AFTER LONG HIATUS
Tampa-based Designer Danielle Brion is preparing for her first in-person fashion show since COVID cancelled her collection launch party this spring. - Virginia Johnson

5 THINGS TO KNOW: SWAN AND DOLPHIN'S NEW FOOD FESTIVAL
Socially-distanced event nights inspired by the popular Food and Wine Classic are taking place over multiple weekends at the Swan and Dolphin Resort. - Allison Walker Torres

THIS WEBSITE GAUGES SAFETY OF TRICK-OR-TREATING NATIONWIDE
Hershey's and others have teamed up with health experts on a website that shows the risk of trick-or-treating during COVID-19 county by county - Scott Harrell

CHEF'S KITCHEN: “GUAVA PASTELITOS” FROM LA SEGUNDA BAKERY
This week's Chef's Kitchen takes you to La Segunda Bakery in Ybor City for their “Guava Pastelitos!” - Gabrielle Arzola

UNIVERSAL ADDS DATES FOR 2 HAUNTED HOUSES OPEN TO DAYTIME VISITORS
A Scarecrow Stalk scavenger hunt and trick-or-treating for children also add to the experience. - Spectrum News Staff

5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ORLANDO FORUM OF FEAR
Some of the masterminds behind your favorite haunts are pairing up for a first-of its-kind experience. - Allison Walker Torres

LIFE IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS: BUSCH GARDENS CHANGES
Reservations are required (Busch Gardens says make them early), and space is limited each night. - Virginia Johnson

A SWEEP FOR "SCHITT’S CREEK," "SUCCESSION" TOPS EMMY AWARDS
Winners accepted their awards virtually in the pandemic-safe ceremony. - Associated Press

ABC PREPS FOR HISTORY-MAKING VIRTUAL EMMYS
Cameras were sent out to 138 celebrities all over the world. - Bianca Rae

UNIVERSAL OPENS HAUNTED HOUSES TO DAYTIME VISITORS
The houses have been modified with new safety precautions. - Ashley Carter

LIFE IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS: SWITCHING SCHOOLS DURING PANDEMIC
Nine-year-old Lili Spurgeon is feeling OK about her start in distance learning, one that included a change in schools to accommodate online needs. - Virginia Johnson

5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT GOBLINS & GIGGLES AT GAYLORD PALMS RESORT
What you need to know about Goblins & Giggles at Gaylord Palms Resort - Allison Walker Torres

TWISTED SISTER SINGER TO ANTI-MASKERS: DON'T USE OUR SONG
Twisted Sister's Dee Snider took to social media to condemn anti-maskers using the group's hit “We're Not Gonna Take It." - Associated Press

CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST PREPS TO DO NOMINEE'S HAIR FOR VIRTUAL EMMYS
Celebrity hairstylist preps to do nominee's hair for the virtual Emmys. - Bianca Rae

EMMYS, LIVE AND VIRTUAL: “WHAT COULD POSSIBLY GO WRONG?”
It's the first big Hollywood ceremony to attempt a live — but socially distanced — broadcast amid the coronavirus pandemic. - Associated Press

CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST PREPS TO DO NOMINEE'S HAIR FOR VIRTUAL EMMYS
Celebrity hairstylist preps to do nominee's hair for the virtual Emmys. - Bianca Rae

DISNEY WORLD'S WATER PARKS TO REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL MARCH 2021
Disney shared an update about the water parks Thursday. - Ashley Carter

HOMEGROWN HOLLYWOOD: VETERAN FILMMAKERS ANXIOUS TO RESUME FILMING HORROR SERIES IN TAMPA BAY
A group of veteran horror filmmakers can't wait to get back to creating a scary new series in the Tampa Bay area - Scott Harrell

SEAWORLD ORLANDO GIVES DRIVE-IN EVENT A HALLOWEEN TWIST
Visitors can enjoy Halloween films from their vehicle. - Ashley Carter

MAGIC KINGDOM GETS INTO THE HALLOWEEN SPIRIT
The theme park is decorated for fall. - Ashley Carter

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO TO OPEN 2 HAUNTED HOUSES THIS WEEKEND
The houses will be available during the day. - Ashley Carter

SEAWORLD ORLANDO ADDS MAZE, COOKIE DECORATING TO HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
The event will kick off September 19. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY: MAGIC KINGDOM HALLOWEEN TO INCLUDE VILLAINS CAVALCADE
The fall festivities will begin on September 15. - Ashley Carter

BUILD-YOUR-OWN LIGHTSABER EXPERIENCE REOPENING AT DISNEY WORLD
Savi's Workshop will reopen later this month. - Ashley Carter

BUSCH GARDENS REVEALS HOWL-O-SCREAM SCARE ZONES
This year's event will feature 10 scare zones. - Ashley Carter

"TIGER KING" STAR JOE EXOTIC SEEKS PARDON FROM TRUMP
“Tiger King” star Joe Exotic is hoping President Donald Trump will spring him from prison. - Ryan Chatelain

SCREAM-A-GEDDON RETURNS TO DADE CITY WITH A FEW CHANGES
The attraction will implement a number of new safety measures. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY WORLD CANCELS VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY, EPCOT CANDLELIGHT PROCESSIONAL FOR 2020
The resort will roll out new holiday offerings. - Ashley Carter

ZOOTAMPA GOES BROADWAY TO PROMOTE COASTAL CLEANUP DAY
“Alex of Hamilton Creek” is asking for your help. - Dale Greenstein

STRONG HOLIDAY WEEKEND FOR PARKS, BUT WHAT DOES FUTURE HOLD?
The sudden switch from booming tourism economy to months of closures have hit theme parks and Central Florida’s economy deep. - Rachael Krause

IAAPA CANCELS ORLANDO EXPO AMID COVID-19 CONCERNS
IAAPA will hold a virtual conference instead. - Ashley Carter

JOHN BOYEGA CLAIMS DISNEY “PUSHED TO THE SIDE” NON-WHITE ACTORS IN “STAR WARS”
Boyega starred as "Finn," a former Stormtrooper, in the most recent three movies in the franchise. - Rachel Tillman

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL: TAKING YOGA TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH HORSES
Caba Yoga is an experience that combines the art of yoga and rescued horses. - Caitlin Wilson

REPORT: ROBERT PATTINSON TESTS POSITIVE FOR COVID-19, “THE BATMAN” PRODUCTION HALTS
The movie had just resumed filming after a months-long pause due to the coronavirus pandemic. - Associated Press

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL: SEBRING SODA AND ICE CREAM WORKS
In Highlands County, a soda fountain and ice cream shop is still going strong, with dozens of vintage sodas that will invoke childhood memories. - Caitlin Wilson

DISNEY: CINDERELLA’S ROYAL TABLE, OTHER RESTAURANTS TO SOON REOPEN
Visitors will soon have additional dining options. - Ashley Carter

CAROLE BASKIN OF "TIGER KING" ON SEASON 28 OF DANCING WITH THE STARS
Some big news for all you "Cool Cats and Kittens" who love Dancing With the Stars. - Spectrum News Staff

LEGOLAND FLORIDA TO HOLD HEROES WEEKEND THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND
The event will feature safety - Ashley Carter

GAYLORD PALMS TO OFFER POP-UP CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE
Visitors will be able to walk through various holiday movie scenes. - Ashley Carter

SEAWORLD, BUSCH GARDENS OFFERING DEAL ON 2021 FUN CARDS
The Fun Card will also include entry for the rest of 2020. - Ashley Carter

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY BRINGS BACK BIER FEST IN LIMITED CAPACITY
The seasonal event begins September 12. - Ashley Carter

HARRIS, OBAMA, "AVENGERS" CO-STARS PAY TRIBUTE TO CHADWICK BOSEMAN: "YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE ON FOREVER"
The "Black Panther" star died Friday at the age of 43. - Spectrum News Staff

ORLANDO COMIC BOOK STORE CO-OWNER HONORS LEGACY OF CHADWICK BOSEMAN
Featured display, donation pay tribute to actor's "depth and honesty" of Black Panther portrayal - Emily Braun

"BLACK PANTHER" STAR CHADWICK BOSEMAN DIES OF CANCER AT 43
Boseman died at his home in the Los Angeles area with his wife and family by his side. - Associated Press and Spectrum News Staff

ZOOTAMPA TO OFFER MODIFIED HALLOWEEN FESTIVITIES
The annual event Creatures of the Night returns. - Ashley Carter

DISNEY REVEALS FALL, HALLOWEEN OFFERINGS FOR MAGIC KINGDOM
The park will celebrate the fall season Sept. 15 through October 31. - Ashley Carter

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER OFFERING DRIVE-IN MOVIE EXPERIENCE WITH LAUNCH
Visitors can watch the launch and a movie from their car. - Ashley Carter

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL: GRAB A BEER WITH YOUR DOG AT TWO SHEPHERDS TAPROOM
Here are five things to know about Two Shepherds Taproom: - Caitlin Wilson

GULFPORT CANCELS GECKOFEST 2020
The annual Labor Day weekend festivities have been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic - Scott Harrell

HBO MAX, AARON SORKIN ANNOUNCE HISTORIC “WEST WING” REUNION SPECIAL
The special will benefit When We All Vote, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization co-chaired by Michelle Obama. - Spectrum News Staff

RAPTOR ARRIVES FOR UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S UNANNOUNCED “JURASSIC” COASTER
Construction continues on Universal's new roller coaster. - Ashley Carter

SEAWORLD, AQUATICA NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK WITH EXPANDED HOURS
o get into the park everyone, including Fun Card and annual passholders, must make reservations ahead of time. - Spectrum News Staff

BRICK OR TREAT RETURNS TO LEGOLAND FLORIDA IN OCTOBER
The annual event will feature new safety measures. - Ashley Carter

UNIVERSAL'S VOLCANO BAY WILL BE CLOSED TWO DAYS EACH WEEK
The schedule change will begin September 8. - Ashley Carter

IT'S SHOWTIME! BEETLEJUICE THEME EXPANDS UNIVERSAL HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS STORE
Here are 5 things you need to know about this retro shopping experience. - Allison Walker Torres

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S DRAWN TO LIFE DELAYED AGAIN AT DISNEY SPRINGS
No new opening date has been announced. - Ashley Carter

"MULAN" PREVIEW COMING TO DISNEY'S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
The film will stream exclusively on Disney+ starting September 4. - Ashley Carter

FLORIDA ON A TANKFUL: GO ON A SCAVENGER HUNT AROUND YOUR CITY
If you're looking for something fun to do outdoors, our Caitlin Wilson shows us a new scavenger hunt experience in today's Florida on a Tankful. - Caitlin Wilson