For the second consecutive year, the NFL will return to Orlando to celebrate the league’s best players at the 2025 Pro Bowl Games presented by Verizon. As in past years, the Pro Bowl Games provides fans with an unmatched opportunity to vote for their favorite players to compete in a multi-day AFC versus NFC competition, featuring Pro Bowl Skills and culminating in an action-packed flag football game. The AFC is led by head coach Peyton Manning, while the NFC is led by head coach Eli Manning.

Around The Horn.

• The 2025 Pro Bowl Games, hosted in partnership with Florida Citrus Sports, Orange County, and the City of Orlando, on Sunday, Feb. 2 promises fans a day filled with thrilling AFC versus NFC action. On Sunday, ticketholders will experience the league’s 88 biggest stars go head-to-head in new and fan-favorite competitions, face-off in an epic flag football game, and enjoy a variety of family friendly activities, giveaways, and interactive experiences. Click here to purchase your tickets today.
• The Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions kicks off the 2025 LPGA season this weekend from Jan. 30 - Feb. 2 at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club. As an official LPGA event, the tournament features LPGA winners from the previous two seasons competing for $2 million in official prize money. The pros are also joined on the course by up to 50 sports and entertainment celebrities competing for their own $500,000 purse using a modified Stableford format.
• Orlando City SC and Atletico Mineiro played to a 0-0 draw in a preseason friendly hosted by FC Series on Saturday afternoon. The Lions won the match at Inter&Co Stadium in the ensuing penalty-kick shootout 6-5 over Mineiro. The friendly served as Orlando City's first test of the 2025 preseason with the team heading to Mexico next for a week-long training camp.
• Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva and two-way guard Mac McClung have been selected to participate in the 2025 Castrol Rising Stars, which will be played on Friday, Feb. 14 in San Francisco, CA at Chase Arena as part of the NBA All-Star Week. The player pool for Castrol Rising Stars consists of 10 NBA rookies, 11 second-year NBA players and seven NBA G League players.
• UCF Men's Basketball will look to bounce back from its loss to Kansas Tuesday night as the team now travels back to host BYU on Saturday, Feb. 1 at 4:00pm in Addition Financial Arena. The Knights (13-7, 4-5 Big 12) are currently averaging 79.9 points per game on 42.1% shooting and will need a strong win to move up in the Big 12 Conference rankings.
• Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour Fan Experience will be held on Feb. 15-16 at Ski Beach Park on the Harris Chain of Lakes in Leesburg, FL. Guests can enjoy food trucks, kid's fishing derby, live music, giveaway prizes, autographs from Bass Pro finalists and more! The event is free to attend and will run from 1:00pm - 5:30pm each day.
• The Orlando Solar Bears went 1-1-1 in their games last week and currently sit in fourth place in the South Division, just one point back of the Jacksonville Icemen. The Solar Bears (21-18-6) will next host the first-place Florida Everblades at the Kia Center this Saturday, Feb. 1 at 7:00pm and Sunday, Feb. 2 at 3:00pm.
• The Osceola Magic won its first overtime game of the 2025 season 108-105 against the Maine Celtics, and two-way guard Mac McClung led the team with 29 points. The Magic (4-6) will next host Osceola Ranchers Night at Osceola Heritage Park against the Westchester Knicks TONIGHT, Jan. 30 at 7:00pm.The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a limited edition Osceola Ranchers themed replica jersey.

FIFA is looking for passionate and dedicated volunteers to be the friendly faces on the ground this summer during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup! Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic event - learn more at the link below and fill out your application today to volunteer at the first-ever 32-team FIFA Club World Cup.

Join the Orlando Valkyries this Sunday, Feb. 2 at 3:00pm for Family Fun Day and the Pet Alliance Food Drive as they take on the reigning PVF Champion Omaha Supernovas! Don’t miss out on an action-packed day filled with activities such as face painting and balloon artists located in the Kid Zone.

Fans can help support the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando by bringing donations of cat or dog food to help assist in Pet Alliance’s effort to provide for homeless dogs and cats. Each person who brings cat or dog food will be qualified to enter a giveaway for four tickets to the next home match, as well as a 25% off voucher for a future ticket purchase.

In The News.

• The League of American Bicyclists awarded the City of Orlando the Silver Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) designation, joining nearly 100 communities across the country contributing to the movement for a more bicycle-friendly America. This recognition highlights Orlando’s commitment to improving and expanding its bicycle network while promoting healthier and more efficient travel options.
• Orange County Public Schools has announced it will soon build a $18.18 million facility located near Baldwin Park to house transportation and maintenance workers, according to Orlando Business Journal. The new facility will replace the existing administration building and have office space for 50 to 60 staff, employee lounges and storage warehouses. Construction is expected to start in 2026 and be significantly completed in 2027.  
• Addition Financial Arena, located on the University of Central Florida campus, recorded one of the most successful years in its history highlighted by impressive attendance milestones and record-breaking shows. In 2024, the arena welcomed 533,884 visitors to 297 events, including 80 ticketed events and countless graduations and commencements. With ticket sales in excess of $6.6 million, Addition Financial Arena reached notable standing as compared to entertainment industry magazine Pollstar’s year-end rankings.
• The City of Orlando has decided to extend its Park DTO program through 2025 in an effort to support local business and increase foot traffic downtown. The program offers free two-hour parking at all metered and non-metered parking spaces downtown through the city's ParkMobile application. Once you've downloaded the application, enter "ParkDTO" to claim free parking at your preferred parking space.
• Orlando Health has announced the expansion of its "opioid navigator" program in certain local hospitals, which helps connect people who end up in the ER for overdose with follow-up resources and treatment options. The expansion is being funded by Orange County with money received through national settlements reached with opioid manufacturers and distributors.
• The City of Winter Park has shared plans and renderings to refresh Park Avenue, the popular retail and dining corridor located near Rollins College. Work will be carried out in various phases, with Phase 1 expected to begin in April of this year. Some recommended updates include gateway signage, entry lighting, fixing drainage areas, landscaping and more.
• Local businesses Freehand Goods and Impress Ink have teamed up to raise funds for the California Wildfire Fund following the out-of-control fires in the Pacific Palisades of Los Angeles. The two entities have launched a fundraiser called "Coast to Coast" featuring a t-shirt design of a bear and a gator; representing California and Florida respectively.
• The Michelin Guide recently added four new Orlando restaurants to its growing list of Florida venues, including Coro Restaurant in Audubon Park, Sorekara in Baldwin Park, UniGirl in Mills Market, and OMO by JONT in Winter Park. Visit Florida launched a partnership with the French tire manufacturer turned restaurant guide back in 2021 to highlight Florida's highest-rated restaurants.

The NWSL Champion Orlando Pride will host the Washington Spirit in the NWSL Challenge Cup on March 7, 2025 at Inter&Co Stadium! Due to the Orlando Pride claiming both the regular season and playoff titles in 2024, the 2025 NWSL Challenge Cup will serve as a rematch of the 2024 NWSL Championship between the Pride and the Washington Spirit. Information regarding general public on sale will be available at a later date.

Tickets are now on sale for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage matches coming to Orlando next summer! Both Inter&Co Stadium and Camping World Stadium will host two group stage matches, beginning on June 17 with the last match on June 26. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to see soccer's biggest stars right here in town, click the link below to purchase tickets today!

Stay Engaged.

• The Epcot International Festival of the Arts continues at Walt Disney World as the festival showcases visual, theatrical and culinary arts for theme park visitors. New this year, the "Once Upon A Stage: Celebrating 30 Years of Disney on Broadway" walk-through exhibit features costumes, set models and behind-the-scenes items from their stage productions. The festival runs daily through Feb. 24 and the exhibit is located in the new CommuniCore Hall.
• Universal Orlando's Stella Nova Resort is now open to the public and is the first part of the Epic Universe to debut. The new 750-room hotel is Universal Orlando's ninth hotel, and will be joined by the neighboring Terra Luna Resort on Mar. 25 and the Helios Grand Hotel on May 22, opening alongside the debut of the Epic Universe theme park.
• SeaWorld Orlando will observe Elmo's birthday on its Sesame Street Land on Monday, Feb. 3. Festivities include story time with Elmo in the VIP Parade Viewing Area, a craft area for making birthday cards, photo opportunities with several Sesame Street characters, and the singing of Happy Birthday. Elmo's birthday festivities are included with regular SeaWorld admission.
• Art After Dark is returning to the Downtown Arts District on Saturday, Mar. 8 from 7:00 - 10:00pm, promising an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and live entertainment perfect for young professionals and the young at heart. Guests can enjoy live music and explore CityArts’ seven stunning galleries and café, each featuring brand-new works by talented Orlando artists.
• Addition Financial Arena has announced it will host Tina Fey and Amy Poehler for their "Restless Leg" Tour on March 29, 2025 at 7:00pm. Fans will see the duo celebrate their thirty years of friendship with an evening of jokes, iconic stories and conversational entertainment. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Jan. 31 at 10:00am through Ticketmaster.
• Join Orlando Main Streets for a week-long celebration of Orlando’s incredible craft beer scene with the Orlando Beer Week Main Street ALE-Liance, running this week from Jan. 25th to Feb. 2nd. This cross-district promotion unites Orlando’s Main Streets to showcase locally brewed beers, offering exclusive specials, prizes, and more.
• Florida residents can save up to $65 on select multi-day tickets at Universal Orlando theme parks when buying online. Click here for current offers.
• Florida residents can save big while visiting Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. Click here to view the current list of special offers.

In The Community.

GO Sports Executive VP Michael Kalinich, VP Lindsey McBride, Associate VP Chase DeMayo and Coordinator Jordan Henderson attended the Osceola Magic game at Osceola Heritage Park, pictured with board members Dan Pollock (AT&T), Joe Ferst (Hotwire Communications) and Robb Larson (OHP).

GO Sports President & CEO Jason Siegel, Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Lastik, VP Kyle Sturley and Coordinator Carter Gravitte pictured with Roberta Scott (Orlando Venues) at her retirement celebration.

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