{"id":384375,"date":"2026-08-29T08:54:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T08:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/384375\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T08:54:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T08:54:13","slug":"sunburst-convention-of-celebrity-impersonators-returns-to-orlando","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/384375\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunburst Convention of celebrity impersonators returns to Orlando"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Fans may spot some familiar-looking faces around International Drive when the Sunburst Convention of Celebrity Impersonators returns to Orlando this fall.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The three-day convention will take place Sept. 25-27 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando I Drive ICON Park, located at 8250 Jamaican Court.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The annual gathering brings together celebrity impersonators, tribute artists, look-alikes and other entertainment professionals from around the world. Performers portray music legends, movie stars, television personalities and historical figures.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Organizers say the convention is open to established performers, newcomers to the industry and fans of celebrity impersonation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This year\u2019s schedule includes educational workshops, industry panel discussions, networking opportunities and meet-and-greet sessions with entertainment buyers and agents. Attendees can also participate in promotional opportunities, red-carpet arrivals and optional showcase performances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The convention will culminate with the Sunburst Gala, featuring music, dancing, entertainment and awards recognizing celebrity impersonators.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">\u201cThe Sunburst Convention is much more than a convention \u2014 it\u2019s a family reunion for entertainers who share a passion for bringing legendary personalities to life,\u201d producer Greg Thompson said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Registration is now open. 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