Attraction briefs: May 12-18
ATTRACTION BRIEFS
Viva la Musica: SeaWorld Orlando will host Viva la Musica, featuring Wisin May 14. Viva la Musica activities begin at noon at the Bayside pathway, with concerts starting at 3 p.m. at Bayside Stadium. Foodies and music lovers can enjoy this family-friendly annual festival with new authentic cuisine and unique merchandise from local artisans that reflect the true spirit of Latin culture. The event is included with park admission. Information: seaworldparks.com. The park is at 7007 Sea World Dr., Orlando.
Sesame Street Safari of Fun: Busch Gardens will host exclusive Sesame Street Safari of Fun weekends 2-5 p.m. May 14-15 and 21-22. Created just for kids, the events feature animal encounters, parades, dance parties and surprise appearances by Telly and Baby Bear. The first weekend will be a Cookie Monster themed event, the second weekend is a Rubber Duckie themed event. Character parades will take place at the top of every half hour. For detailed information: seaworldparks.com/BuschGardens-Tampa
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 June 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.
LEGOLAND all new events: LEGOLAND will celebrate its fifth birthday in 2016 and brings an exciting lineup of special events, including LEGOLAND Night Lights, Saturdays and Sundays June 18-July 31, LEGO Club Weekends featuring LEGO Star Wars Miniland Model Display, Sept. 10-11, Brick or Treat on select days in October, Firefighter Fridays Oct. 7, 14, 21 and 28, LEGOLAND Fifth Birthday Celebration Oct. 15, Christmas Bricktacular on select dates in December, and Kids' New Year's eve on Dec. 31. All events are designed for kids 2-12 years old and offer incredible entertainment with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions in 13 themed lands. All events are included with park admission, except for the Brick Dash 5K Fun Run and Walk on April 16. For detailed information, park hours and ticket prices: florida.legoland.com. The park is at 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven.
Summer Sunset Celebration: See Lowry Park Zoo in a whole different light on select evenings at the all-new Summer Sunset Celebrations 4-10 p.m. July 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, and 29-30. Visitors can stroll the Zoo as the sun sets and enjoy the wildlife, discover special experiences in scenic areas throughout the park including live music performed by talented bands and a wide range of roving entertainment. Each fun-filled summer night will be topped off with a dazzling light show finale. Summer Sunset Celebrations are included with annual Zoo membership and the ZooperPass. Individual tickets are available after 4 p.m. Information: lowryparkzoo.org. The park is at 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa.
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 Dr., #100, 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.
This story was originally published May 11, 2016 at 12:45 PM with the headline "Attraction briefs: May 12-18 ."