Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Music Fills Summer Nights at Epcot


If you need something to jolt you into a summertime state of mind, follow the sound of your favorite hits to Walt Disney World, where a rockin’ and rollin’ concert series will be sure to set you straight. You’ll be swept back to youthful memories of beach trips, backyard cookouts, and long carefree days when the Sounds Like Summer concert series features summertime songs by legendary musical icons at Epcot.

From June 15 through August 9, the Sounds Like Summer concert series will host multiple performances nightly under the stars. An annual event, the series is returning to the America Gardens Theatre this year with a great lineup of popular tribute bands. Seven bands in total will recreate the sounds of legendary artists like the Bee Gees, Eagles, U2, and more, providing a great end to a day at Epcot.

The lineup is subject to change, but so far, the performers for the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series include Stayin’ Alive, a tribute to the Bee Gees performing from June 15 through 21; Hotel California, a tribute to the Eagles performing from June 22 through 28; Slippery When Wet, a tribute to Bon Jovi performing from June 29 through July 8; 52nd Street, a tribute to Billy Joel performing from July 9 through 17; Sounds of The Supremes, a tribute to The Supremes performing from July 18 through 26; and 2U, a tribute to U2 performing from July 27 through August 2. Finally, Petty Theft, a tribute to Tom Petty, closes out the concert series from August 3 through August 9.

Throughout Sounds Like Summer, multiple nightly performances will take place at 5:45 pm, 7 pm, and 8:15 pm except on July 4. On Independence Day, park guests can rock out at 5:15 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:45 pm, and 9 pm before enjoying a great fireworks extravaganza in the sky.

Though other summer concert series and nighttime entertainment are being offered at Busch Gardens and Universal Studios, the Sounds Like Summer concert series at Epcot is the only one offering performances every night. Best yet, the series is also free with regular admission to the park, so all you need to rock out is a Walt Disney World ticket.

And of course, there’s only one place where you can get Walt Disney World tickets and save – DWTickets.com. Check out Magic Your Way passes today and begin planning your trip down a memory lane of summertime fun at Epcot.

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Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Hot Summer Sounds for Your Orlando Summer Vacation

Orlando is famous for theme parks, water parks and the best attractions on the planet. What you might not know is that an Orlando vacation can also mean great live music at some of the most unique concert venues in town. If you’re taking an Orlando vacation this summer, why not add a live music show to your Orlando vacation itinerary.

Epcot presents the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series
Over at Walt Disney World, they have gathered some of the best tribute bands around for a concert series under the summer skies at Epcot. The Sounds Like Summer concert series runs through Aug. 10, and features nightly shows at Epcot’s America Gardens Theatre. Here is the upcoming lineup:
  • June 30-July 10: Bjorn Again, ABBA tribute
  • July 11-20: Slippery When Wet, Bon Jovi tribute
  • July 21-27: 52nd Street, Billy Joel tribute
  • July 28-Aug. 3: Captain Fantastic, Elton John tribute
  • Aug. 4-10: The Sounds of The Supremes, a Supremes tribute

A Disney ticket is required to see all shows during the Sounds Like Summer concert series at Epcot. All of the Epcot concerts are included with your Disney ticket.

Hard Rock Live at Universal CityWalk Is Jammin’ in July
The Universal Orlando Resort is one of the hottest entertainment spots to hit on your Orlando vacation, and some of this summer’s best shows are at Hard Rock Live in Universal CityWalk. Here is this month’s smashing concert lineup:

  • Michael Bolton, July 13 at 7 p.m.
  • Lisa Lampanelli, July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Zappa Plays Zappa, July 23 at 8 p.m.
  • Frank Caliendo, July 25 at 8 p.m.
  • Boy George Greatest Hits Tour, July 26 at 8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live is a local favorite when it comes to live concerts in Orlando. It is conveniently located at Universal CityWalk between Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. You don’t need a Universal ticket for live music events at Hard Rock Live, but a separate concert ticket is usually required. Tickets prices vary, depending on the event.

Universal CityWalk Is Hot All Summer Long
The streets at Universal CityWalk are smokin’ hot this summer, and filled with revelers enjoying their Orlando vacation. Whether you want to dance, drink or dine, you will find a place to do it at Universal CityWalk. No Universal ticket is needed to get into Universal CityWalk, however, some of the venues do require admission.

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Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Summer Sounds Envelop Epcot

There is always something special going on at the Walt Disney World Resort, and Epcot frequently tops the list when it comes to musical entertainment. Fresh off the fun of the International Flower & Garden Festival and its Flower Power Concert Series, Epcot is ready to rock your summer with the sensational Sounds Like Summer Concert Series.

This year’s annual summer music extravaganza features fabulous cover bands rocking and rolling to all of your music favorites, like Elton John, Bon Jovi, The Eagles and more. Best of all, Epcot’s Sounds Like Summer Concert Series is included with any Disney ticket for Epcot admission.

The Epcot Sounds Like Summer Concert Series will have three nightly shows beginning on June 9 through August 10. Show times are 5:15, 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. at the America Gardens Theater, located in Epcot’s America Pavilion. Here’s this summer’s line-up:

June 9-15
2U, a tribute band that will get you moving, grooving, singing and swaying to all of your favorite U2 tunes.

June 16-22
Stayin’ Alive, an 80s lover’s dream come true tribute to the Bee Gees.

June 23-29
Hotel California, an authentic and satisfying salute to one of America’s favorite rock bands, The Eagles.

June 30-July 10
Bjorn Again will have you dancing the night away to all of your old ABBA favs.

July 11-20
Slippery When Wet, also known as “the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute.”

July 21-27
52nd Street brings you the best Billy Joel sound in town.

July 28-August 3
Captain Fantastic performs the best of the Queen’s favorite, Sir Elton John himself.

August 4-10
The Sounds of the Supremes bring The Supremes and their awesome sounds to life under the skies at Epcot.

A Disney ticket is required to attend any of the Sounds of Summer Concert Series shows at Epcot. For the best prices in town, get all of your Disney tickets and any other attraction tickets you need for your Orlando vacation right here and now at OrlandoFunTickets.com, the Web’s finest Disney ticket seller.

Enjoying live music and dancing with the whole family is a fabulous way to enjoy a summer evening during your Orlando vacation, so make sure that an Epcot evening is on your Disney vacation list and get those Disney tickets today!

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