Post-hurricane regrouping is underway in Florida as the "Big Three" of Orlando's theme parks—Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld—announce re-openings following the blow dealt by Hurricane Milton. As the state shakes off the remnants of the storm that brought damaging winds and impactful flooding, tourists and locals alike can once again start to plan their thrills and chills at these entertainment behemoths. Walt Disney World Resort is set to swing open its gates tomorrow after a rare quiet period for the otherwise bustling hub of fantasy and family fun, as reported by Orlando Weekly.
"On Friday, Oct. 11, we look forward to welcoming back our guests as we return to our normal operation across all our theme parks, CityWalk and Halloween Horror Nights," park officials stated, according to a WESH report.
Universal Orlando Resort is quickly resuming its popular Halloween Horror Nights after the storm, offering visitors a fun way to unwind with spooky thrills.
Not to be left out, SeaWorld has its sights on regular operations tomorrow, with an unfortunate but necessary footnote: SeaWorld's Spooktacular and Howl-O-Scream events will not take place on Friday as planned. The park confirmed that while aquatic life and roller coasters will be accessible again, some spectacles have to be shelved to ensure the best of safety and possibly to deal with cleanup rippling from Milton's visit.
Visitors should watch for updates, as the parks are eager to bring back the magic that draws millions annually.
