{"id":397245,"date":"2026-09-11T20:58:11","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T20:58:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/397245\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T20:58:11","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T20:58:11","slug":"vampirates-returns-to-orlando-for-halloween-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/397245\/","title":{"rendered":"Vampirates returns to Orlando for Halloween season"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Pirates Dinner Adventure is giving its high-seas show a darker makeover for Halloween.<\/p>\n

VAMPIRATES<\/a> returns to Orlando this fall with a special public preview Sept. 14, followed by select performances from Sept. 22 through Oct. 31. <\/p>\n

The seasonal production combines the attraction\u2019s usual sword fights, stunts and audience participation with vampire pirates, Halloween effects and a more rock-driven soundtrack.<\/p>\n

Guests will see Captain Sebastian and his crew transformed into \u201cVampirates\u201d as they pursue Princess Anita in a storyline involving enchanted treasure and a cursed crew.<\/p>\n

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\u2018VAMPIRATES\u2019 returns to Orlando for Halloween season at Pirates Dinner Adventure <\/p>\n

What\u2019s new for 2026<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s version includes a new aerial solo, updated character looks, new makeup and airbrush effects and a refreshed soundtrack.<\/p>\n

Pirates Dinner Adventure is also adding Halloween-themed craft cocktails, show-specific merchandise and a Vampirate Captain\u2019s Quarters photo opportunity in the lobby. <\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal was not to replace the Pirates experience, but to let Halloween take over every part of it,\u201d Creative Director Jayson Wadzinski said.<\/p>\n

The show runs about 90 minutes and includes a three-course meal. Vegetarian and gluten-free entr\u00e9es are available, and guests can pay to upgrade their main course or seating. <\/p>\n

Special preview planned Sept. 14<\/p>\n

A public and media preview is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 14.<\/p>\n

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show beginning at 8 p.m. Pre-show entertainment will include stilt walkers, roaming musicians performing spooky sea shanties, storytelling, photo opportunities and seasonal drinks. <\/p>\n

Regular VAMPIRATES performances begin Sept. 22 and continue on select dates through Halloween.<\/p>\n

A promotional offer includes 20% off tickets, waived parking and free pirate flags with promo code VAMP, according to Pirates Dinner Adventure. <\/p>\n

Tickets and performance information are available on the Pirates Dinner Adventure website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pirates Dinner Adventure is also celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Its 700-seat Orlando theater surrounds an 18th-century-style Spanish galleon in a 300,000-gallon indoor lagoon. <\/p>\n

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