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Praise Wave Christian Concert Series Returns to SeaWorld Orlando

UPDATE 1/10/18: The addition of SWITCHFOOT on February 3rd completes the list of performers. Fans of Christian music and family activities have another thing to look forward to in the coming year. On Saturdays from January 20th through February 10th in 2018, SeaWorld Orlando is bringing back Praise Wave, where “uplifting, live concerts from the hottest Praise Wave Christian Concert Series Returns to SeaWorld Orlando

Orca Advocates Demand Florida Breeding Law Due to Concerns over SeaWorld’s Policy

SeaWorld abandoned its controversial killer whale breeding program back in 2016, but that was only a change in company policy; animal rights advocates are now pushing for laws to cement the decision. State laws regarding the captivity of orcas are not unprecedented, as later in 2016 California passed legislation that banned breeding, performances, and the Orca Advocates Demand Florida Breeding Law Due to Concerns over SeaWorld’s Policy

SeaWorld Lawsuit Granted Class-Action Status by U.S. District Court Judge

The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that a SeaWorld lawsuit, in which the company allegedly mislead shareholders, has been granted class-action status by U.S. District Court Judge Michael Anello. According to the lawsuit, SeaWorld executives supposedly kept secret the negative impact of the 2013 documentary Blackfish. The 2013 documentary Blackfish‘s portrayal of SeaWorld gave the entire a SeaWorld Lawsuit Granted Class-Action Status by U.S. District Court Judge

SeaWorld Orlando Offers Buy One Get One Free Ticket Deals for Blue Friday

SeaWorld Orlando has announced multiple Buy One Get One Free ticket offers for the upcoming holiday season. Here’s the full list of online exclusive special deals at the amusement park: Buy One Get One Free: SeaWorld Orlando Single-Day Tickets (Visit through March 15, 2018) Buy One Get One Free: SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica Tickets (Visit through SeaWorld Orlando Offers Buy One Get One Free Ticket Deals for Blue Friday

Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 3rd Quarter of 2017 Released

To remain exempt from major inspection, Central Florida theme parks must list all of their quarterly incidents and injuries with the state. This quarter’s report (July – September 2017) covers a total of 13 incidents/injuries: 8 belonging to Disney, 3 to Universal, and 2 to SeaWorld. Only incidents or illnesses resulting in a hospital stay Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 3rd Quarter of 2017 Released

SeaWorld and Singh Come to an Agreement Regarding Property Assessment Lawsuit

An agreement has been reached between SeaWorld and Orange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh that brings their multi-year dispute over property taxes to an end. According to court documents, SeaWorld’s assessed value will not exceed $178 million for the 2017 tax year. The theme park was originally valued at $192.6 million for the 2014 tax SeaWorld and Singh Come to an Agreement Regarding Property Assessment Lawsuit