Black friday deals for universal studios orlando

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Planning a theme park vacation in 2021? Between hotel reservations, park tickets, and pricey souvenirs, the costs can really add up. Thankfully, several of the country's best theme park resorts are offering some great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, so you can take that dream vacation without breaking the bank. From an unprecedented deal at Universal Orlando Resort to a lifetime pass at Legoland New York, these offers are some of the best we've ever seen, and they make perfect gifts for the theme park fans in your life. Here are the theme park Black Friday deals you'll want to check out this year.

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Universal Orlando Resort Black Friday Package

Shoppers can save 40% on a four-day, four-night vacation package with theme park tickets and on-site hotel accommodations for travel beginning Nov. 29 through April 30, 2021. Starting from $1,292, the package includes four nights at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort and four-day, two-park tickets (and access to Universal's Volcano Bay water park when it reopens in February). This deal is available starting on Nov. 27 on the Universal website, with limited quantities.

Dollywood Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals

This Black Friday, anyone who buys a 2021 two-park Super Pass will have Dollywood's Splash Country dining plan included for free. On Cyber Monday, 2021 Dollywood season pass purchases come with a refill mug, which include 99-cent refills all season, and those who purchase a 2021 two-park Super Pass get an upgraded mug with free refills all season. Plus, shoppers can take advantage of deals for on-site accommodations, including promotional rates at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa and Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Cabins. Find more details and restrictions on the Dollywood website.

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Legoland New York Lifetime Pass

Launching just in time for Black Friday and holiday gifting, the Legoland Lifetime Pass gives recipients unlimited admission to the Legoland New York Resort for a decade, starting when it opens in 2021. A steal at 60% off the retail value, this pass will also grant guests exclusive perks, like private workshops with a Master Model Builder, overnights at the on-site hotel, access to the Florida and California Legoland parks, discounts on dining and merchandise, and more. Perhaps best of all, this pass will also offer guests front-of-the-line access to rides whenever they visit the park. The pass will be available for purchase from noon on Nov. 26 to Dec. 1 for $2,000 on the park's website. Other U.S. Legoland resorts are also offering deals on passes and packages this Black Friday.

Busch Gardens Tampa and Williamsburg Black Friday Deals

Both Busch Gardens theme parks have great Black Friday deals this year through Nov. 27. Busch Gardens Williamsburg is offering buy-one-get-one 50% off on select memberships, and Busch Gardens Tampa has deals on tickets, annual passes, and more, including 40% off single-day theme park tickets.

SeaWorld Black Friday Deals

SeaWorld theme parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego are offering a range of Black Friday deals this year. Shoppers can get discounted annual passes, tickets, dining packages, tours, and more this year, depending on their location of choice. Check the SeaWorld website to see what the park near you has to offer this year.

Elizabeth Rhodes is an associate digital editor at Travel + Leisure who loves all things theme parks. Follow her adventures on Instagram @elizabetheverywhere.

Just in time for the holidays! Are you looking for the perfect gift or experience for the theme park lover in your life? Busch Gardens Tampa Bay just announced an awesome Black Friday deal for single day admission tickets, fun cards, an annual passes. How does this deal compare to other popular Florida theme parks? Well, Disney and Universal Studios in Orlando don’t offer Black Friday deals, but if you’re a Florida resident, those savings may be even better! Here are the current deals each park is offering.

Busch Gardens:

From November 14 till November 25, anyone can take advantage of up to 60 percent savings on admission tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes.

Busch Gardens Single Day Tickets: $73.99 (normally $132.99)

Adventure Island Single Day Ticket: $45.99 (normally $82.99)

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2023 Fun Card: $93.99 (normally $132.99)

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island 2023 Fun Card – $114.99 (normally $187.99)

• Save up to $30 on Bronze Tier Annual Passes
• Save up to $35 on Silver Tier Annual Passes
• Save up to $40 on Gold Tier Annual Passes

Walt Disney World:

While Disney doesn’t offer any Black Friday deals for park admission, they do have a sweet Florida resident deal. Florida Residents can save 40% on 4-Day Tickets and 30% on 3-Day Tickets compared to the non-Florida Resident price of a 3-Day or 4-Day Ticket. Once you’ve selected the first day of your ticket, you’ll see current park reservation availability for each theme park. So a 3-day park admission for Florida residents will cost about $277. That’s about a $32 saving compared to tickets for non-Florida residents.

Universal Studios:

Like their mouse competitor, Universal Studios doesn’t offer any Black Friday park admission specials. They also offer a very enticing Florida resident discount that is worth gifting to your Harry Potter lover. Just for the holidays, Universal is offering a 2nd day free special on 1 day park-to-park tickets! This means you can spend two amazing days at both Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. These prices start at $179.00 (the price increases depending on the day you plan to visit.) A one-day park-to-park ticket for Florida residents usually costs $164.00. So that’s only $15 for an extra day of fun!

Ice Skating at Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa: 13 Things To Know Before You Go

While we’re preoccupied with Nicole’s visit over the next 24 hours, preparations are already underway to open the outdoor ice skating rink at Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa. Once Nicole departs Florida, cooler temperatures will move in. Not necessarily hot cocoa weather, but we’ll take temps in the 70s during the day and 60s at night. Here are the things to know before you go!

• Opening Day

  The rink will open next Friday (November 18) at 5pm. Skate until 11pm.

• Parking

  “Nominal rate” parking is available at William F. Poe Parking Garage.

• You've got almost 2 months to visit

  If you can’t make opening night, the ice skating continues through January 4, 2023.

• Operating Hours

  For November, skating goes from 11am to 11pm November 19-23, and November 25-27. On November 24 and November 28-December 2, the rink opens at 4pm.

• Thanksgiving Day

  Burn off some calories and hit the ice! The rink will be open on Thanksgiving from 4pm to 11pm.

• Cost

  Tickets are $17 for all ages. You can reserve a time to skate online at WinterVillageTampa.com.

• Ice Skates

  Don’t have a pair of ice skates? No problem. Rentals are included with your admission.

• Choo Choo

  The Curtis Hixon Park Choo Choo will take you on a 5 minute ride through the park. It’s free.

• Santa Visits

  Watch their socials to see when the old guy is dropping by to take photos with kids.

• Christmas Movies

  There will be outdoor movie screenings for free November 19 and December 16 at 7pm.

• Weather

  Obviously Florida weather is unpredictable and not always wintry… so keep an eye on their social media (@WinterVillageTampa) for closures. You can also email [email protected].

• Santa Fest Parade

  The parade stars at 1pm on December 3. It starts at Morgan and goes to Ashley Drive along Madison Street. It’ll be followed by the tree lightning ceremony at 6pm.

  Does Universal ever have Black Friday deals?

  Universal Studios: Like their mouse competitor, Universal Studios doesn't offer any Black Friday park admission specials.

  How can I get cheap universal day tickets?

  As with most general admission tickets, you will always save money off admission when you purchase your tickets to Universal Studios in advance. You can typically get a reduced admission cost of about $10 per park ticket. You must purchase your admission 24 hours in advance to get the cheaper price.

  Is it cheaper to buy tickets online for Universal Studios?

  You can save time and money by purchasing tickets in advance online instead of at the front gate. Note: Online savings may not apply to same day purchase of 1-Day General Admission.

  Does Disney have Black Friday deals on tickets?

  Disneyland Black Friday 2022 Sale You can lock in this deal with just $200 down through their layaway plan. This deal will be available until November 30th 2022. This is a great way to save money on future Disney trips, you can save up to $25 per ticket on 5-day park hopper tickets! Book this deal HERE!>