7. Daytime testing of the VelociCoaster now happening at Islands of Adventure

The hype train rolls on for Universal's VelociCoaster, which is opening next year, and guests visiting the park this week were able to get a sneak peek at what the attraction will look like in operation as Universal has been testing complete runs of this attraction at full speed during park hours. You can check out video of this testing here. 

8. SeaWorld debuts holiday fireworks show

Though Walt Disney World added small fireworks "enhancements" to the Magic Kingdom a few weeks ago, SeaWorld Orlando has begun showing its holiday celebrations on select evenings “Holiday Reflections: Fireworks and Fountains Finale” at park closing beginning this past weekend. The park has designed several areas with spaced seating around the central lagoon to view the show to try and maximize social distancing.