It’s officially off-peak season at the parks. This means lower crowds and shorter lines…YAY!

It’s a great time to enjoy some of the many wonderful restaurants at Walt Disney World since seating may be available without a reservation. Tempt your taste buds with restaurant information, menus and reviews on our Disney Dining planning page.

What’s Happening this Weekend:

Real Music Concert Series @ Busch Gardens
The Real Music Concert Series at Busch Gardens kicks off this weekend with the Terry Myers Orchestra and the Swing Sisters. Show times are 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the Stanleyville Theatre. All concerts in the series are included with regular theme park admission. (We’ll keep you updated on upcoming concerts!)

12th Annual Hannah’s Buddies Charity Classic Concert @ House of Blues Orlando
John Bell & Friends with Drive-By Truckers and Nickel & The Polar Bears will be featured at this year’s Hannah’s Buddies Charity Classic concert Saturday, Jan. 22 at the House of Blues at Downtown Disney. Tickets are $50 and the proceeds benefit a great charity. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

26th Annual Manatee Festival
The Orange City Blue Spring Manatee Festival is Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. There will be shows, rides, arts & crafts, face painting and free shuttle transportation to Blue Spring State Park to see the manatees. The festival takes place at Valentine Park which is about 50 miles east on I-4 from the Orlando parks. Click here for event information and directions.

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