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DS Update: Salt & Straw

We've previously posted pictures of the wall around this location when Salt & Straw was under construction but don't recall if we ever published actual photos of it being open for business. If not, here it is! It opened last April so we're definitely overdue.

The jewelry store Something Silver was located here previously and after it left, temporary store Amazing Pictures was here. A different ice cream parlor called Ample Hills Creamery was announced for the spot but never arrived and we got Salt & Straw instead.

This Weekend In Techno Town

Miami Music Week was back this year better than ever and now everyone has returned home!

THU   30MAR    TACO KAT     DJ Duke (USA)

FRI     31MAR     IRON COW     DJ Dave Seaman (GB)

FRI     31MAR     VANGUARD     DJ Matroda (HR)

FRI     31MAR     ELIXIR BAR     DJ Anatta (USA) 

FRI     31MAR     SWIRLERY WINE BAR     DJ Matrix (USA)

SAT     01APR     ELIXIR BAR     DJ duo Mason Collective (GB)

SAT     01APR     ATLANTIC DANCE HALL     DJ Michael Wycoff (USA)

SAT     01APR     VANGUARD     DJ Bear Grillz (USA)

SAT     01APR     MONKEY BAR     DJ Freeda Sol (USA)

SUN    02APR     THE PATIO     Sundown Sundays: DJ Matthias (USA)

 

DS Update: How Is Jaleo Doing?

Many years ago when the conversion to Disney Springs was announced and the inclusion of so many new restaurants was announced, we questioned where all the mouths to dine in these new restaurants were going to come from. But we were proven wrong! The mouths have definitely been there and the Springs has been a success from a dining standpoint. But what about Jaleo?

And that question includes Pepe, the quick serve restaurant in the same building. Sorry, but we never see very many people in either location here. While there can be lines at many of the other restaurant venues in Disney Springs, that's not the case here. We just wonder about this place.

DS Update: The Bakehouse Alternative

Lines continue to "plague" the entrance to Gideon's Bakehouse located at the Hub on Pleasure Island. They still routinely wrap around Mannequins and sometimes even approach 8TRAX. The sweets must be good!

But there is a hidden alternative. Everglazed Donuts is hidden in this side pathway between the theaters and the bowling alley and there's rarely a line.

 

The massive donuts are like Dunkin on steroids!

Club Report: Blackbird Ordinary

Yes, that's Bunny from Rabbit in The Moon (USA) fame and he put on an amazing DJ set last night in Miami. Sister website Orlando Entertainment News finally has the article posted here.

 

Club Report: The Joint Of Miami

Orlando Entertainment News is in Miami for Miami Music Week and last night one of the highlights was DJ Keith Mackenzie (USA) joined on stage by MC Flipside (CDN) and dancer Kriss Reign (USA). The pics can be found on OEN here.

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DS Update: Summer House Construction

The construction of Summer House continues at a rapid pace and now reaches above the walls surrounding the property.

This is taking place in Disney Springs West Side on the spot once occupied by Bongos Cuban Cafe.

Originally announced as the site if a Beatrix restaurant, construction was halted when Covid19 hit and it later was switched over to the Summer House concept. We expect large windows overlooking Village Lake.

This Weekend In Techno Town

Miami Music Week is now underway and all the action shifts to Miami and Miami Beach. Orlando bars will be open and local DJ's will be playing (some clubs may be dark), but touring DJ's from all over the world will be performing down there. If you're not going, enjoy the peace. Our sister website Orlando Entertainment News will be covering several events so stay tuned.

DS Update: Popup Truck

The Sunglass Hut store (previously Sunglass Icon) in Disney Springs West Side is under heavy renovations so, as that sign indicates, they've temporarily moved to a "popup truck".

That truck is parked adjacent the No. 5 Bridge to Pleasure Island.

PI Update: Mannequins Lit Up

Back when life was worth living!

Mannequins, Mannequins, Mannequins, of course.

Concert Report: Road To Miami (Neon Beach)

With Miami Music Week coming up in a few days, the "Road To Miami" runs through Orlando. Orlando Entertainment News was at the concert last night ft. DJ E.R.N.E.S.T.O. (USA) & DJ Colombo (E). You can find all the pics here.

 

Club Reports: Wall Street Plaza, Neon Beach, The Nook, Iron Cow

So much great music last night but one of the highlights was a B2B House set from DJ Three (USA) and DJ Öona Dahl (USA). The Friday night pics can be found on sister website Orlando Entertainment News right here.

 

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Flamingo Crossings Update: It's Finally Here

Flamingo Crossings! It was first announced as a new development on Disney property around the time Pleasure Island was closed in 2008. When we visited in 2012 nothing had been built. When we last visited in 2020, a number of hotels were under construction and Disney was building new high rise apartments for employees.

So yes, finally, a number of hotels are open for business as of a few years ago.

And there's a mini-Target store!

And the very first store announced for Flamingo Crossings was a Walgreens and it's here!

And numerous other shops and fast food restaurants. After nearly 15 years, it's finally here! Come check it out at Exit 8 along TOLL SR429.

This Weekend In Techno Town

Next weekend takes place during Miami Music Week but this weekend in Orlando stays busy:

WED   15MAR    B.Nice     DJ Lola B (USA)    tonight!

FRI     17MAR     Vanguard     DJ Alok (BR)

FRI     17MAR     Celine     DJ Black Coffee (ZA)

FRI     17MAR     Iron Cow     DJ Three (USA) b2b DJ Öona Dahl (USA) 

FRI     17MAR     Neon Beach     DJ Amber Jane (USA)

SAT    18MAR     Neon Beach     DJ Colombo (E)

SAT    18MAR     Vanguard     DJ Sickick (USA)

SUN   19MAR     Elixir Bar     DJ Latmun (GB) 

MON  20MAR    Iron Cow     World of Drum & Bass

 

DS Update: Retail Comings And Goings

We don't really know who Kendra Scott is or what her store sells, but a Kendra Scott retail store has opened in Disney Springs Town Center. And we're unsure what was here previously.

Immediately next door to Kendra Scott is the new Fabletics store. We're not sure what they sell either. Popup store Rustic Cuff might have occupied this spot or the one above.

Meanwhile, the Ugg store has sadly closed. I never thought a full retail-priced Ugg store made a lot of sense here since numerous stores in regular malls sell the brand and the two main outlet malls also have Ugg outlet stores. I haven't seen any announcement of what's coming here next.

Club Report: Sundown Sundays @ The Patio

DJ Julia Govor (RUS/USA) headlined last night's edition of "Sundown Sundays" at The Patio and our sister website Orlando Entertainment News was there to see her. The pics are here.

 

Club Reports: TARAKA Block Party @ Elixir Bar, Barbarella

DJ GORDO (GCA/USA) headlined last night's block party outside Elixir Bar and our sister blog Orlando Entertainment News was there for some pictures. You can find the article here.

 

Club Reports: Room 22, McQueens, Bikkuri Lounge, Iron Cow

DJ Ciaran McAuley (IRL) at Bikkuri Lounge.

DJ Jody Wisternoff (GB) at Iron Cow. All the Friday night pics are on sister website Orlando Entertainment News here.

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That traveling DJ.

DS Update: Save The Date!

If you were a fan of the old Sunday night Service Industry Nights (SIN) at House of Blues, save this date: Sunday, September 3rd. Nothing is booked as of yet but it looks like it might be HUGE!

 

This Weekend In Techno Town

Another busy weekend in Techno Town!

FRI     10MAR     Bikkuri Lounge     DJ Ciaran McAuley (IRL)

FRI     10MAR     Iron Cow     DJ Jody Wisternoff (GB)

FRI     10MAR     Barbarella     Memento Mori: DJ Lavidicus (USA)

SAT    11MAR     Neon Beach     DJ Circle K & MC Collaborator (USA)

SAT    11MAR     Elixir Block Party     DJ Gordo (USA)

SAT    11MAR     Vanguard     DJ MARAUDA (AUS) 

SAT    11MAR     The Abbey     Gimme Gimme Disco ft. DJ Alex Lord (USA)

SUN   12MAR     Elixir Bar     DJ Jaden Thompson (GB)

SUN   12MAR     The Patio     Sundown Sundays: DJ Julia Govor (RUS)

PI Update: Raglan Road St. Paddy's Schedule

We've got the schedule below for the St. Patrick's Day festivities this week at Raglan Road.

As you can see, there are events Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday! (DOUBLE CLICK TO ENLARGE)

PI Update: St. Patrick's Day On The Island

The biggest St. Patrick's Day celebration on Pleasure Island takes place later this week inside and outside of Raglan Road. There will be Irish bands and Raglan Road's famed Irish dancers beginning on Thursday and running through Sunday. Come early, stay late. Wear green and Éirinn go Brách! The schedule is here.

 

Concert Report: Planet Rock (The Vanguard)

DJ Craze (USA) together with DJ A-Trak (CDN) put on an impressive set last night at The Vanguard. All the Saturday night pics are on Orlando Entertainment News here.

 

Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival

Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival is in progress down near Okeechobee, Florida and our sister website Orlando Entertainment News visited during Day 2 of the four day event. The photos of the experience can be found here.

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PI Update: Disney Springs Kids Club

An event called the Disney Springs Kids Club opened for business on January 28th and it's going to be taking place every Saturday at 10:30AM, 11:15AM and 12:00 Noon at the Waterview Stage on Pleasure Island. The fast paced shows will allow kids and their parents to participate in the high energy dance parties.

They've yet to reinstate the weekend evening dance parties but starting this, for kids, is certainly a step in the right direction. We noticed that DJ KD Queen (USA) (pictured above)  of Elite Beats is included in one of the sets. It kind of reminds us of the "Celebrate Tonight" shows they used to run on the Island after the PI clubs closed, but we'll see. Save Pleasure Island Blog will try to get out there one of these Saturdays to check it out!  More details here.

This Weekend In Techno Town

What, it's March already!? Here are this weekend's top events:

WED  01MAR     Iron Cow     DJ Flashdrive (USA) all night. (Tonight)

FRI     03MAR     Iron Cow     DJ duo Prospa (GB)

SAT    04MAR     Vanguard     DJ A-Trak (CDN)

SAT    04MAR     Elixir Bar     DJ Spencer Brown (USA)

SAT    04MAR     Iron Cow     DJ Mario Liberti (PE/F)

SUN   05MAR     Elixir Bar     DJ Tennis (F)