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Blue Man Group Is Returning To Orlando

Author Marija
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Blue Man Group)

If you’re looking to check out a great show unlike any other, Blue Man Group is returning to Orlando.

I first saw Blue Man Group about 8 years ago in Las Vegas. They have an ongoing show there at Luxor and my friend Corky was playing as a drummer and I got the invite when I was out there on vacation. It was a show unlike anything I’ve ever seen and I loved everything about it. There’s great music, plenty of laughs and it’s just a party that makes for fun for the whole family. My brother is a drummer, so I’ve been wanting to take him to experience it for himself, knowing he’ll love it too, and now we have a way to see it a little closer to home.

Blue Man Group Is Returning To Orlando

After a 3 year hiatus, WFLA reports that Blue Man Group is returning to Orlando. I think this is a perfect place for this show, as much like Vegas, it’s a big tourist area. I think it makes for some alternative entertainment from the theme parks for locals and visitors alike. And the area where they’ll be performing is such a fun spot: ICON Park. It’ll be an intimate performance, as the theater only holds 500 people and with the location, it’s perfect to be able to grab dinner beforehand or cocktails after without having to go too far. While there’s no official start date, they are expected to begin performances late this year.

Other spots at ICON Park include Blake Shelton’s Ole Red, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, Key West Bar & Grill, Sugar Factor Orlando, Tin Roof: A Live Music Joint, Gordon Ramsay’s Fish & Chips and Shake Shack. There’s also attractions like The Orlando Eye ferris wheel, Madame Tussauds Orlando, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium and Museum of Illusions Orlando just to name a few.

Marija is a morning show host on WXKB/B1039, midday host on WRXK/96KRock and night show host on WPBB/98.7 The Shark. She loves to write about food, travel, and things to do around the state of Florida.

3 of The Top Attractions in the US Are In Florida

  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park

    Scuba diving or snorkeling is the best way to view this park, but glass bottom boat tours are also available. TripAdvisor has this park, located in Key Largo, as the 4th best attraction in the United States. So what makes it so special?

    In 1960 the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park was named the United States’ first undersea park. The Florida Keys have the only living coral reef in the continental United States. The in 1965, it got much more interesting.

    On August 25th, 1965 the Christ of the Abyss was lowered into the water at a depth of 25 feet. The bronze statue still rests there with the top at a depth of 8-10 feet below the surface. Visible to snorkelers, but best viewed with SCUBA gear.

     

  • Stetson Mansion

    We didn’t have to go very far down the list to find the next Florida entry. The Stetson Mansion is listed as the 5th best top attraction in the US.

    The Stetson Mansion is in Deland, Florida, just off I4 between Orlando and Daytona Beach. It’s referred to as “Florida’s first luxury estate”. Built in 1886 the mansion is actually older than the city of Miami. And if you’re wondering why the name “Stetson” sounds familiar, the mansion was built for famed hat maker John B. Stetson.

    The mansion is not currently open for tours, but Christmas Tours are offered 2-7 times daily Nov 1st, 2024 – Jan 18th, 2025. I’m hearing Christmas is the best time to visit, so this might be something to put on your bucket list.

  • Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory

    Another Florida keys attraction, this one further down in Key West, is not a museum, but a living exhibit. Their website sums it up “Take a walk among hundreds of free flying butterflies, exotic birds and 2 glorious flamingos inside the soaring glass-domed tropical butterfly habitat.”

    Let one of their guides teach you about nature, pointing out the different butterflies and colorful flowers. When you’re done, don’t forget to hit up the gift shop.

  • The Top Attractions in the US

    1. Empire State Building, New York City, New York
    2. Iolani Palace, Honolulu, Hawaii
    3. Central Park, New York City, New York
    4. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo, Florida
    5. Stetson Mansion, DeLand, Florida
    6. Alcatraz Island, San Francisco, California
    7. Graceland, Memphis, Tennessee
    8. Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, New York
    9. Chihuly Garden and Glass, Seattle, Washington
    10. Diamond Head State Monument, Honolulu, Hawaii

    See the top 25 Best of the Best Attractions in the US here

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