
A Cirque du Soleil performer soars as he performs during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees wander inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees take pictures during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer dances during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees relax inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lighted heart sculptures are on display during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees wander inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees wander inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Inflatables that are part of the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium are pictured in front of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees relax inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees relax inside the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Inflatables that are part of the Architects of Air Arborialis Luminarium are pictured in front of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lighted heart sculptures are on display with the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in the background during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars as he performs during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees gather during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A crowd gathers for a performance during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lighted heart sculptures are on display during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lighted mist fills the air during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees take photos during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars as he performs during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A Cirque du Soleil performer soars as he performs during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Attendees enjoy the lights during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)
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A Cirque du Soleil performer soars as he performs during a tech rehearsal media preview of IMMERSE at the Orlando City Commons Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026. IMMERSE is an arts celebration that will transform 10 city blocks into a walkable festival filled with live performances, interactive art, and creative encounters. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)