Attraction briefs: Nov. 19-25

ATTRACTION BRIEFS

Universal Orlando Resort's 25th Anniversary Concert Series: Universal Orlando Resort's 25th Anniversary Concert Series will be select nights through Nov. 28 with the following line-up: Colbie Caillat, Nov. 21; Flo Rida, Nov. 22; Carly Rae Jepsen, Nov. 27; Daughtry, Nov. 28. The concerts will be held at the Music Plaza Stage and the series is included with admission to Universal Studios Florida or with the purchase of an Annual Pass. For information, park hours and ticket prices: universalorlando.com. The park is at 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando.

Florida Maritime Museum holiday closings: The Florida Maritime Museum announces it will be closed Nov. 26-30 and Dec. 24-Jan.4 in observance of all holidays celebrated during this time. The museum will reopen Jan. 5. Admission is free and hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. Information: 941-749-1800 or manateeclerk.com/homepage.

Busch Gardens Christmas Town: Busch Gardens will be transformed into a holiday wonderland with more than a million twinkling lights, Christmas entertainment, live music, festive treats, holiday shopping and Santa himself at Christmas Town, Tampa Bay area's biggest Christmas celebration Nov. 27-28, Dec. 4-5, 11-12 and 18-31, with cheer going until 10 p.m. every event night. The event is included with any Annual Pass, Fun Card or daily park admission. For detailed information, park hours and ticket prices: 813-987-5090 or seaworldparks.com/en/buschgardens-tampa/events/christmas-town.

"Hole in the Head Train Robbery": A valuable shipment will be on board your train at The Florida Railroad Museum's "Hole in the Head Gang Train Robbery" 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 28-29. Passengers will be fully secure in the hands of the United States Marshal Service who will try to prevent the gang from attempting to stop the train in which the entire family can participate. Tickets: $12-$16. Some of the tickets are for open air-cars and are first come, first serve at boarding. Information: 941-776-0906 or frrm.org. The museum is at 12210 83rd St. E., Parrish.

Bank of America "Museums on Us": Bank of America's "Museums on Us" is offering cardholders free admission to some of the most exciting cultural venues in the United States Dec. 4-5. Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders can get free access to more than 150 participating museums in 94 cities and include the Florida Holocaust Museum and Tampa Museum of Art in Tampa and the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg. Present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission. The offer is valid for cardholders only, guests are not eligible. The program excludes fundraising events, special exhibitions and ticketed shows the first full weekend of each month. Information: museums.bankofamerica.com.

Third annual "A Celebration of Harry Potter": Universal Orlando Resort and Warner Bros. will host the third annual "A Celebration of Harry Potter," Jan. 29-31. Fans can attend Q&A sessions with Harry Potter film talent, experience and participate in the interactive and unique exhibits at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Expo, enjoy special panels and demonstrations regarding various aspects of the Harry Potter stories, visit Hogsmeade at Universal's Islands of Adventure and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, plus ride the Hogwarts Express between the two lands with a park-to-park ticket. Special hotel/vacation packages, including annual passholder packages are available. For park hours, tickets and detailed information: universalorlando.com/celebration.

Orlando Eye: For a limited time Florida residents can ride the Orlando Eye, a 400-feet observation wheel at a special rate of $18 for adults, and $13 children ages 3-12. Proof of residency is required. Restrictions apply. For hours and detailed information: officialorlandoeye.com. The park is at 8401 International Drive, Orlando.

RealRail Train Displays: Come enjoy the operating train displays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, except on holiday weekends, at 6804 14th St. W., Bradenton. Admission is free. Tax free donations are accepted. Information: realrail.com.

Bearadise Ranch: Bearadise Ranch is home to the famous Welde family bears, and established in 1926 to educate and generate public awareness for habitat preservation and conservation for all bear species. The public can learn about bears and gain an appreciation for them on tours 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. with educational presentations as part of the tour offering plenty of photographic opportunities for the nature lover or bear enthusiast. Donations: $8 adults, $6 children ages 5-12, children ages 4 and younger are admitted free. Reservations are required. The ranch is at 6908 245th St. E., Myakka City, Information: 941-322-2462 or bearadiseranch.com.

Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery: Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery is a Certified Florida Farm Winery and is Florida's premier certified "Master Level" Green winery. Wines are 97 percent hand crafted from 100 percent whole fresh Manatee County grown grapes and are bottled in recycled/repurposed wine bottles. The winery offers seven varieties of the native Muscadine grapes and makes 11 different wines: red, white and rose, including red and white sparkling wines and whole fresh fruit wines. The winery is open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. seven days a week and offers complimentary wine tastings and tours. The winery is at 8905 Bunker Hill Road, Duette. Information: 941-776-0418 or bunkerhillvineyard.com.

This story was originally published November 18, 2015 at 12:22 PM with the headline "Attraction briefs: Nov. 19-25 ."