CELEBRATE THE “KING OF REGGAE” AT BOB MARLEY’S BIRTHDAY JAM IN UNIVERSAL CITYWALK ON FEB. 9

Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to celebrate the birthday of cultural icon and music legend Bob Marley at “Bob Marley’s Birthday Jam” – taking place at Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom on February 9 in Universal CityWalk.

The celebration kicks off at 3 p.m. and guests will enjoy a live Reggae band, DJ, steel drummers, authentic Jamaican food, specialty drinks, birthday cake and more. From 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., guests of all ages can enjoy “Bob Marley’s Birthday Jam” and receive free admission. After 7 p.m., the venue will be open for guests 21 and up and admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased by calling (407) 224 - 2691 or at Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom.

For more information, visit UniversalOrlando.com.

REVIEW: Blue Man Group at Universal Citywalk

Photo: Lindsey Best

A Blue Man Group performance is not easy to categorize. It intertwines innovation, technology, comedy, music, science, and sheer physical skill, formulating a perfectly eclectic storm of epic proportions. Obviously, this smorgasbord of amusement made Blue Man Group a natural selection when I couldn't readily narrow down my entertainment options for my birthday. They invite guests to "join the party", and on this occasion, that was exactly the suggestion I was looking for.

You couldn't have a party like this on your own accord - and if you did, you certainly wouldn't want to clean up after it! With an almost childlike curiosity, the outrageous Blue Men perform the mind-boggling feats that any parent would shudder over, and they do it with a casual ease that makes it all seem almost normal. If the Three Stooges were training for Stomp on a life-sized Spirograph, it might be almost as captivating as Blue Man Group.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR UNIVERSAL CITYWALK'S SPECTACULAR NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION

The grand celebration features unlimited gourmet cuisine,

an electrifying midnight champagne toast and six exclusive party zones

On Dec. 31, 2016, guests can ring in the New Year at EVE, Universal CityWalk's exhilarating New Year's celebration. Guests can dance 2016 away on Orlando's largest outdoor dance floor and enjoy unique party zones that include epic entertainment along with delicious signature drinks and unlimited gourmet cuisine.

EVE begins at 8 p.m. and the party doesn't end until 2 a.m. Guests should grab tickets before Dec. 15 for special advance pricing. General admission to EVE includes:

• Access to six CityWalk clubs and venues, including Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food, Bob Marley - A Tribute to Freedom, Pat O'Brien's, the groove, Rising Star and Red Coconut Club
• Music from DJs and live entertainment
• Unlimited gourmet cuisine including beef sirloin and fresh seafood, assorted desserts and more
• Wearable tech LED wristbands presented by Coca-Cola that sync to today's hottest music for a complete party experience
• Midnight champagne toast
• Confetti bursts and dazzling pyrotechnics show

TICKETS (21+ only): 

• Advance General Admission: $109.99 plus tax ($139.99 after 12/15)
• Annual Passholder Advance Admission: $98.99 plus tax (Up to six discounted tickets, $125.99 after 12/15)

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.CityWalk.com/EVE