Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks -  Officially Joins IHG as the Newest Family-Friendly Destination Near Walt Disney World® 

The property has officially rebranded and is now proud to be the newest IHG Resort, offering families and travelers a refreshed, welcoming experience at the Holiday Inn Resort in Kissimmee. Guests can enjoy easy access to top attractions like Walt Disney World®, Universal Studios™ and SeaWorld® Orlando with complimentary scheduled shuttle service.  

Explore Two New Luxury Homes with Top Tier at Reunion in 2025 

Top Tier at Reunion is introducing two exceptional new vacation homes that elevate the luxury experience in Central Florida. Located within the Reunion Resort—home to championship golf courses, a private water park and more. 

Reunion Elegance is a dream destination for families and groups, featuring a private movie theater, golf simulator, expansive arcade game room and a resort-style pool with breathtaking lake views. 

Grand Palm Oasis is designed for large gatherings, with 12 bedrooms, 16 bathrooms and space for up to 32 guests. Highlights include a private bowling alley, basketball half-court and golf simulator. 

Experience the Ultimate Adults-Only Neon Party at Island H2O’s Island Nights! 

Island H2O Water Park presents Island Nights, an all-new adult-only (21+) event happening on select Saturdays throughout the summer from 8 p.m. to midnight. Experience the transformation of the park into a vibrant neon island paradise, where the fun continues long after the sun sets. As guests arrive, they’ll step into the heart of the party at the Live! Lagoon Wave Pool, surrounded by electric vibes and glowing energy. 

Universal’s Epic Universe to Open May 22, 2025, at Universal Orlando Resort 

Opening May 22, Universal’s Epic Universe will become the fourth and most ambitious theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, offering guests an unprecedented level of immersion and innovation. This all-new park will transport visitors through five uniquely themed worlds—Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk and Dark Universe. 

Exciting New Entertainment Coming to Walt Disney World® Resort in 2025 

Disney's Hollywood Studios® - Beginning May 27, two exciting new stage shows will debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure brings Ariel’s undersea world to life in a dazzling theatrical production based on the beloved animated film. Also opening that day is Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After, a wildly entertaining and mischievous stage show where iconic Disney villains take the spotlight to tell their side of the story. 

Magic Kingdom® Park - This summer, Magic Kingdom Park will unveil Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, a breathtaking new nighttime parade. Filled with glowing floats and memorable Disney moments, this parade celebrates the magic of storytelling—each scene touched by starlight. 

Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park - Starting May 23, H2O Glow After Hours returns on select nights through September 13. This three-hour nighttime event features glowing entertainment, a lively atmosphere and shorter wait times for popular water attractions—perfect for cooling off and partying after dark. 

SEA LIFE Florida to Open May 23, at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort 

Opening May 23, SEA LIFE Florida will be the newest addition to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort, further cementing the park as a top-tier multi-day destination for families. This immersive aquarium will offer guests a “Theme Park Under the Sea” experience, combining marine education with imaginative, theme park-style settings—including coral-themed castles, Ferris wheels, hotels, carousels and haunted houses.  

Celebrate Gator Week with Free Admission and Family Fun at Wild Florida! 

From May 26 to 31, Wild Florida invites you and your family to take part in Gator Week—a full week of gator-themed activities, educational demonstrations and unforgettable wildlife experiences. As a special thank-you, guests who make a small cash donation to Wild Florida Cares will receive free admission to the Gator Park during Gator Week! Donations will go toward helping graduating high school seniors in Osceola County pay for college. 

Crayola Experience Unveils New Summer Fun with Meltdown Attraction and Crayon Character Tour 

Crayola Experience invites guests to Discover the Magic of Color® through dozens of hands-on, creative activities—and this summer, the fun gets even brighter with the debut of Meltdown, a brand-new attraction opening May 10 where visitors can paint with glowing melted wax! From March 31 to September 14, families can also enjoy the Crayon Character Tour, a limited-time event featuring meet-and-greets with retired Crayon Characters like Magic Mint, Dandelion, Blizzard Blue and Mulberry. Guests can name and wrap their own Crayola crayon, sculpt with Model Magic®, star in a personalized coloring page and take-home colorful keepsakes. 

WonderWorks Orlando Launches a Summer of Magic with Special Dinner Shows and a New Café Combo 

WonderWorks Orlando is set to dazzle guests this summer with its limited-time Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Shows, running on select days throughout June and July. With three showtimes daily, these high-energy performances combine hilarious comedy and astonishing magic, creating an unforgettable experience for all ages. Guests can also enjoy a tasty new café combo, adding even more flavor to their magical evening. 

Bigfoot Axe Throwers & Rage Room Debuts High-Energy Rage Room Experience in Kissimmee 

Bigfoot Axe Throwers & Rage Room is shaking up the entertainment scene in Kissimmee with the launch of its brand-new Rage Room—a thrilling, hands-on experience where guests can safely smash objects like glassware and electronics to blow off steam in a fun, controlled environment. 

Green Meadows Petting Farm Reopens at Lancaster Ranch Park, Reviving a Cherished Family Tradition 

Green Meadows Petting Farm, a beloved Kissimmee destination since 1988, has officially reopened at Lancaster Ranch Park. Originally founded by Coni and Bob Keyes, the farm became a favorite for families to meet friendly animals—like alpacas, donkeys, pigs, and bunnies—and enjoy classic hayrides under the shade of live oaks. Now, thanks to the City of Kissimmee, a new generation can experience the magic of farm life. Visitors can once again take scenic hayrides through “Old Florida,” watch cattle graze in the distance, and reconnect with nature in a fun, family-friendly setting. 

Osceola History Welcome Center & History Museum Unveils New Transportation Exhibit 

On March 26, Osceola History debuted a brand-new exhibit titled Here, There, & Everywhere at the Welcome Center & History Museum in Kissimmee. This engaging exhibit explores the evolution of early transportation in Osceola County, showcasing how residents and visitors once traveled across the region. Through historical artifacts, photographs and stories, guests can journey through time and discover the vehicles, routes and innovations that shaped local mobility. 

The 155th Silver Spurs Rodeo Rides into Kissimmee with Family Fun, Patriotic Tributes and Classic Western Action 

The Silver Spurs Club proudly presents the 155th Silver Spurs Rodeo, a beloved Osceola County tradition returning to the Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park on May 30 and 31, 2025. This summer’s rodeo will feature all seven classic events—bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback riding, barrel racing, team roping, calf roping and steer wrestling—plus exclusive summer-only competitions for junior barrel racers and junior bull riders. Fans can also enjoy the Silver Spurs Quadrille, Mutton Bustin’ and the antics of rodeo clowns. 

Dr. Phillips Center Unveils Star-Studded Summer Lineup of Music, Theater and Comedy 

This summer, the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts delivers a vibrant mix of live entertainment, from Broadway hits to chart-topping artists and top-tier comedians. Highlights include the return of Disney’s The Lion King, the smooth jazz stylings of Grammy-winner Samara Joy and the genre-blending spectacle of Yandel. Comedy fans can catch Ben Schwartz & Friends in a night of improvised laughs. At Judson’s Live, intimate sets from artists like Cat Ridgeway, Roosevelt Collier and CeCe Teneal round out a season packed with unforgettable performances. 

Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian Launch Fresh Summer Flavors and Seasonal Specials 

This summer, Paddlefish at Disney Springs is serving up a wave of new menu items, including standout starters like the Crab Boursin Dip and Lobster Corn Dogs, a refreshing Burrata Panzanella salad and indulgent entrées such as the Burrata Pomodoro, Swordfish Skewer, Florida Grouper and a Porcini-Rubbed Ribeye—available during dinner only. Guests can also enjoy Herbed Parmesan Fries as a shareable side. 

Cowboy Chicken Kissimmee Welcomes Spring with Flavorful New Menu Items and Family Favorites 

Cowboy Chicken Kissimmee, located at Promenade at Sunset Walk, is celebrating the spring season with a fresh lineup of limited-time and permanent menu additions that enhance its signature wood-fire rotisserie offerings. Available through May 25, guests can enjoy new boneless wings in bold flavors like hot honey, BBQ, Nashville hot, lemon pepper and Buffalo—perfect for on-the-go cravings or party platters. 

Old Town Kissimmee Welcomes Tacos Padrisimo as Newest Restaurant in Entertainment District 

Old Town, the beloved walking district known for over 34 years of shopping, dining and entertainment in Kissimmee, proudly announces the upcoming opening of Tacos Padrisimo, set to debut in the second quarter of 2025. Expanding from its popular food truck and Winter Garden location, Tacos Padrisimo brings its reputation for fresh, high-quality ingredients and authentic Mexican flavors to Old Town. 

Hard Rock Cafe Orlando Turns Up the Heat with Legendary Summer Flavors 

Nothing says summer like bold flavors and sizzling grills and Hard Rock Cafe Orlando is serving it all with a lineup of mouthwatering burgers and BBQ favorites. Guests can dig into iconic options like the smoky BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, the tangy Surf & Turf Burger, or the Original Legendary® Burger that started it all. For alternative handhelds, the BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich and the all-new meatless Vegendary Burger deliver big taste with every bite. 

Food Trucks Heaven Expands in 2025 with Nine New Global Flavors and Over 50 Culinary Options 

Food Trucks Heaven, Central Florida’s premier food truck park, is turning up the flavor in 2025 with the addition of nine new food trucks, bringing its total to over 50 diverse culinary concepts. Located in Kissimmee, the park now features an even broader range of global cuisine, including Jamaican jerk from Da Jerk Hut, Colombian burgers from Tainy Burgers, Brazilian specialties from Sabor do Nordeste and Samba Brasil and authentic Mexican street food from Antojitos Mis 3 Amores and El Mangolote.