{"id":7531,"date":"2025-10-17T00:45:21","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T00:45:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/7531\/"},"modified":"2025-10-17T00:45:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T00:45:21","slug":"aquatica-orlando-launches-first-nighttime-lantern-festival-illuminate-this-november","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/7531\/","title":{"rendered":"Aquatica Orlando Launches First Nighttime Lantern Festival, ILLUMINATE, This November"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Aquatica Orlando is set to debut its first-ever nighttime lantern festival, ILLUMINATE, starting November 8 and running until January 31, 2026.<\/p>\n

The theme park said this new holiday event will transform the water park into a vibrant landscape of light and imagination, featuring larger-than-life animal lanterns, interactive realms, and exclusive culinary experiences.<\/p>\n

\u201cILLUMINATE is unlike anything we\u2019ve ever done at Aquatica,\u201d said Bradley Gilmour, Park President of Aquatica Orlando.<\/p>\n

SeaWorld said ILLUMINATE will offer visitors the opportunity to explore five immersive realms of light from 6 to 10 p.m. on select nights. <\/p>\n

Each realm is designed to engage all five senses, with vibrant storytelling, interactive surprises, and festive bites. <\/p>\n

During the event, pools and water slides will pause operations to allow guests to fully enjoy the lantern experience. <\/p>\n

Tickets for ILLUMINATE are available starting at $29.99, with special introductory offers and discounts for Pass Members.<\/p>\n

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