Discovery Cove, the all-inclusive day resort in Orlando known for its tranquil beaches and immersive animal encounters, is launching Paradise Nights, a limited-capacity summer evening dining experience that brings guests together for cocktails, all-you-care-to-eat Caribbean dinner, and live performances after the park closes for the day.
This separately ticketed event will be held Friday and Saturday evenings from June 5 through Aug. 8. Paradise Nights invites guests to gather along Serenity Bay for a sunset reception before transitioning to Laguna Grill for an open-air dinner show inspired by the natural world.
Special pre-sale tickets pricing starts at $117 for adults and $53 for children 3-9, (gratuity included) and are now on sale. Children under the age of three are free but still require a reservation. Capacity for this exclusive experience is extremely limited and is anticipated to sell out quickly.
“Paradise Nights adds a new dimension to Discovery Cove,” said Brad Gilmour, park president of Discovery Cove. “Guests spending the day with us can extend their visit into the evening with a memorable dinner and live entertainment experience, while those looking for a unique night out in Orlando can join us exclusively for Paradise Nights, no daytime admission required. It’s a natural extension of what guests already love about Discovery Cove, and an invitation for new visitors to discover us in a different way.”
As the sun sets, the celebration begins, with guests able to check in as early as 5:30 p.m. for this exclusive evening. Guests will stroll along the park’s lush nature trails and winding pathways toward Serenity Bay, where a welcome cocktail (or mocktail) is served during a relaxed beachside reception. Guests can unwind along the shoreline, mingle with fellow visitors, and enjoy special appearances from Discovery Cove’s animal ambassadors.
As twilight deepens, the experience continues at Laguna Grill, where an all-you-care-to-eat buffet is paired with a live performance that unfolds in four acts inspired by the elements – Earth, Air, Water and Fire. The show blends percussion, aerial artistry and fluid choreography before building to a dramatic fire
finale beneath the night sky.
With limited attendance and a relaxed coastal setting, Paradise Nights offers a distinctive summer night out for couples, families and visitors looking for an evening of food, performance and atmosphere in one of Orlando’s most serene destinations.
Each Paradise Nights reservation includes:
All-you-care-to-enjoy buffet dinner, including non-alcoholic beverages, plus beer and wine for guests 21+
Welcome tropical cocktail or mocktail
Happy Hour at Serenity Bay beach
Live dinner show, including aerialists and fire knife performers
Complimentary parking
Optional Enhancements
Guests can elevate their evening with several optional upgrades, including:
Paradise Nights Premium Drink Package: Enjoy unlimited specialty cocktails, premium spirits, craft beer and premium wine ($25 per guest)
Paradise Nights Sloth Encounter: Enjoy priority check-in to Paradise Nights and join our expert Animal Care Specialists for a guided 30-minute meet-and-greet with a sloth. Only 10 encounters are available each night, so guests are encouraged to book this experience at the same time as their Paradise Nights reservation. The Sloth Encounter is $59 per guest and requires a separate Paradise Nights reservation for the same night.
Paradise Nights tickets are now on sale, and are extremely limited.
Photos Courtesy of Discovery Cove