7. SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival returns February 5

SeaWorld's annual Seven Seas Food Festival is returning for 2021 and will take place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, February 5 through May 9 (and President’s Day on February 15!). This year's event will feature 50 different food items, more than 75 specially curated cocktails and wines, and more than 75 craft beers from Florida and beyond. Here are some additional highlights for this year's event: 

• Spice it up with flavors of the Caribbean: New Crispy Florida Cracked Conch and Jerk Chicken Hot Sliders!
• A new take on American favorites from Kraft-Heinz: Hot HONEYRACHA® Chicken Wings, Lobster, White Cheddar KRAFT® Mac N Cheese, and NEW! PHILLY® Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cheesecake. 
• Bold new flavors from the Mediterranean: Goat Cheese Croquettes paired with specialty French wines and perfectly seared Lamb Chops with golden potatoes and feta.
• Fresh and sustainable bites and vegan delights: New Jackfruit Sloppy Joes and Tempura Mushrooms & Green Beans with Miso Glaze & Furikake.
• Delectable sweets and sips: Try an all-new tantalizing take on cheesecake with the White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Cone or indulge in a Frozen Espresso Martini featuring Chameleon Cold Brew Coffee.
• Explore new beverages: Signature brews on tap from Dogfish Head, Yuengling, and Big Storm Brewing; tropical cocktails from Reyka Vodka and Milagro Tequila; frozen Jack Daniels slushes; Funky Buddha Seltzers, and much more to sip on!
• Sip with a purpose: This year, SeaWorld has proudly partnered with even more companies that give back to local communities and animal conservation efforts: Proud Pour, Beso Del Sol, and more.

8. Men in Black: Alien Attack hits big milestone

Universal Orlando Resort announced this week that Men in Black: Alien Attack has been experienced by 100 million riders. The ride first debuted on April 14, 2000 as the “world’s first life-size, ride-through, interactive video game experience,” and after 20 years has finally reached this awesome milestone!