{"id":8091076,"date":"2024-10-24T11:30:08","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T16:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/?page_id=8091076"},"modified":"2025-07-21T12:59:51","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T17:59:51","slug":"celebration-of-bands","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/school\/camps\/special-events\/celebration-of-bands\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebration of Bands"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221;][vc_column]<style>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t.vc_row.wrap-banner-three-fourths .banner-three-fourths {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: center bottom;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n  \t\t\t\t\t\t@media (min-width: 768px) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.vc_row.wrap-banner-three-fourths .banner-three-fourths {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: center bottom;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\n  \t\t\t\t\t\t@media (min-width: 992px) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t.vc_row.wrap-banner-three-fourths .banner-three-fourths {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground-position: center bottom;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/style><div class='wrap-banner-three-fourths vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid  vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex vc_row-no-padding   blue-fill ' id='element_id' ><div class='banner-three-fourths wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-md-9 vc_col-has-fill b-lazy '    data-src='https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00745.jpg'><div class='vc_column-inner'><div class='wpb_wrapper'><div class='wpb_text_column wpb_content_element '><div class='wpb_wrapper'><h1>Celebration of Bands!<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Auditions are NOW OPEN!<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class='wpb_wrapper-buttons'><a class='btn btn-full' href='https:\/\/varsity.tfaforms.net\/102' rel='' target='_blank' title='Submit your audition!'>Submit your audition!<\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='banner-cta wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-md-3'><div class='vc_column-inner'><a  href='https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/performing-arts\/' title='Varsity Performing Arts' target='_blank' rel='' style='background-image:url(https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00902.jpg)''><span>Varsity Performing Arts<\/span><\/a>    <a  href='mailto:specialevents@varsity.com' title='Contact' target='_self' rel='' style='background-image:url(https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00916.jpg)''><span>Contact<\/span><\/a>    <\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class='vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid image-text-block image-text vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-o-content-middle vc_row-flex ' id=''><div class='image-block wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill'><div class='vc_column-inner b-lazy' data-src='https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461.jpg'><div class='wpb_wrapper'><div class='wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_center'><figure class='wpb_wrapper vc_figure'><img width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" class=\"img-responsive b-lazy\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-280x187.jpg 280w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-135x90.jpg 135w, https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461-100x67.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ASD00461.jpg\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='text-block wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6'><div class='vc_column-inner '><div class='wpb_wrapper'><div class='wpb_text_column wpb_content_element '><div class='wpb_wrapper'><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Be a part of the first ever Varsity Performing Arts Celebration of Bands!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The VPA Celebration of Bands is your chance to experience performing like never before! Join us from November 23-26, 2025, at the Walt Disney World Resort, where you\u2019ll get to learn from world-class clinicians, visit award-winning theme parks, enjoy resort-style hotel accommodations, and the performance of a lifetime at Disney\u2019s Magic Kingdom!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eligible Performers:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ALL 9th \u2013 12th grade Marching Bands<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><p class='hide-sm'><a class='btn btn-full' href='https:\/\/varsity.tfaforms.net\/102' rel='' target='_self' title='Submit your audition!'>Submit your audition!<\/a><\/p><p class='hide-md-lg'><a class='cta-link cta-link-ruby' href='https:\/\/varsity.tfaforms.net\/102' rel='' target='_self' title='Submit your audition!'>Submit your audition! <i class='fa fa-chevron-circle-right' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column el_id=&#8221;info&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]<div class='wrap-accordion-container ' id=''><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba902de7_99238754' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\u2753How to Audition<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><strong>How to Qualify<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Step 1:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fRecord your group using the audition requirements below\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Step 2:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fUpload your audition videos to the form found below under the Audition Requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That\u2019s it! Good luck and we can\u2019t wait to review your audition!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Audition Requirements for the 2025 Celebration of Bands<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Submit 2 audition videos that reflect your school and community.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At least one of these videos needs to show a parade style presentation and must\u202fbe long enough to show a song into cadence and back into the song.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The second video may be of a field show.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Audition videos do not need to be from formal performances and students do not need to be in uniform. They can be recorded on the school track or parking lot.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You do not need to apply with any particular pieces; we are evaluating the talent level of your group.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The audition videos need to show the whole band moving and playing. We need to be able to see that the performers are in step.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Audition videos should reflect within 15% of the number of performers on your application.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;65533,0&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All audition videos must be from within the past 12 months.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Submissions will start being accepted on December 26, 2024 and will close on February 4, 2025.<\/p>\n<p><em>Not all bands that audition will be selected to participate.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #00ccff\"><strong><a style=\"color: #00ccff\" href=\"https:\/\/varsity.tfaforms.net\/102\">CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR AUDITION!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba9039d3_40283441' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83c\udfb5 Clinicians<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><strong>Winds Clinician: Dr. Tim Sexton\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dr. Timothy S. Sexton is an advocate for positive and energetic music education.\u00a0 Originally from Hokes Bluff, Alabama, Dr. Sexton proudly serves as the Associate Director of Bands for the Tarpon Springs Leadership Conservatory for the Arts.\u00a0 Prior to moving west of Tampa, he completed his doctorate and served as a graduate teaching assistant for Dr. Jared Rawlings at The University of Utah.\u00a0 Tim is in demand as a clinician for concert ensembles, adjudicator for state-marching circuits, actively consults with numerous scholastic and independent ensembles, visually designs shows for a variety of programs and also presents at district, state, and national conferences across the United States.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a professional performer, Tim has traveled internationally as a cast member, swing performer, and soloist with Blast! Brass Theater.\u00a0 He was able to tour with this Tony &amp; Emmy award-winning ensemble throughout all prefectures of Japan in 2014.\u00a0 Thereafter, Dr. Sexton served as the Band Director at Red Bud Middle and Sonoraville High Schools located in Calhoun, Georgia until pursuing his graduate studies.\u00a0 At The University of Utah, Tim served as an instructor of record for multiple courses in undergraduate conducting, music technology, and music education while frequently conducting their concert band, wind ensemble, and chamber programs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dr. Sexton has proudly been affiliated with successful groups within the pageantry arts for over a decade.\u00a0 During his summer experiences, Tim tours as a lead brass instructor with The Bluecoats drum &amp; bugle corps of Canton, Ohio. He previously taught on brass staff with The Cavaliers and visual staff with the Madison Scouts and Crossmen drum and bugle corps.\u00a0 During the winter seasons, Tim has been fortunate to teach and design for competitive WGI ensembles across the US since 2014.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dr. Sexton received his Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Instrumental Conducting with a secondary focus in Music Education from The University of Utah.\u00a0 Tim completed a Master of Music degree in Trumpet Performance from Boise State University, and he acquired a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education with a focus on Instrumental Pedagogy from Jacksonville State University (AL).\u00a0 Tim also served as a graduate assistant for Dr. Joe Tornello while in Boise, assisting with aspects of athletic bands and concert ensembles.\u00a0 His prior trumpet teachers include Dr. John C. Merriman, Dr. Chris Probst, Professor Clark Hunt, and Dr. Derek Ganong.\u00a0 Dr. Sexton&#8217;s prior conducting teachers include Dr. Jeremy Stovall, Dr. Kenneth G. Bodiford, Professor Marcellus Brown, Dr. Joe Tornello, Professor Scott Hagen, Dr. Jared Rawlings, and Dr. Rebekah Daniel.\u00a0 Tim&#8217;s professional affiliations are as follows: Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Kappa Kappa Psi, International Trumpet Guild, FMEA, FBA, PCMEA, and NAfME.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tim lives west of Tampa, Florida with his fianc\u00e9, Dr. Amy J. Bovin, and their two cats, Lily and Maya.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Percussion Clinician: Mr. Ryan Luis\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Originally from California, Ryan Luis is a passionate musician and educator currently residing in Gallatin, TN, with his wife, Kelsey. His musical journey began with the Concord Blue Devils, where he marched in the C Corps from 2009 to 2012, followed by the B Corps from 2013 to 2015, 2017, and the World Class ensemble in 2018 and 2019. Throughout his time with the Blue Devils, Ryan was honored to receive the DCI Open Class High Percussion Award in 2013 and 2014, and he played a key role in securing the Open Class World Championship title in 2014 and the World Class Championship in 2019. He is also a proud member of the Blue Devils Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions and achievements within the organization.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition to his performance experience, Ryan has shared his love for music by teaching at Monte Vista High School in Danville, CA, during the 2016-2017 season and at Independence High School in Thompson Station, TN, from 2018 to 2024. He played a pivotal role in helping Independence achieve the Game Day Live National Championship three times from 2021 to 2023.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Academically, Ryan holds a degree in Residential Construction Management and Land Development from Middle Tennessee State University. He currently applies his expertise as a Construction Manager at Beazer Homes, where he is committed to delivering quality homes and fostering community growth.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Guard Clinician: <span data-contrast=\"auto\">CJ McCrory<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CJ McCrory is a clinician, consultant, educator, and designer for the Marching Arts activity residing in Knoxville, TN. Locally, he is the Color Guard Coordinator for the University of Tennessee\u2019s Pride of the Southland Marching Band, the Director of Color Guards for Hardin Valley Academy and Hardin Valley Middle School programs, as well as serving as Board President for the East Tennessee Performing Arts Association. Expanding out of Tennessee, CJ is also currently involved with multiple groups across the Nation in these various roles. His goals within the activity are to spread his love and passion for the Marching Arts, and assist in creating the next generation of educators.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">CJ\u2019s past Color Guard marching experiences have included The Cavaliers Drum &amp; Bugle Corps, Pride of Cincinnati (IW), and Eklipse Winterguard (IW), as well as marching mellophone with the Pride of the Southland Marching band. In his teaching experience, CJ has been privileged with the opportunity to work with Carolina Crown Drum and Bugle Corps, The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps, Artistry in Blue (IA), Beau Monde Independent (IA), Lexis Winterguard (IW), Carmel HS (SW), and Avon HS (SW).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba903fd8_01185732' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Event Itinerary<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">PLEASE NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change. A final, more detailed itinerary will be emailed to all registered bands closer to the event date.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is limited capacity for this event. Auditions will be reviewed, and bands will be selected by Varsity Performing Arts staff members and Disney personnel.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23:\u202fArrive to Orlando, Florida!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Arrival into Orlando from your hometown.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">We suggest that if you are driving, you arrive into Orlando by 3:00 pm to allow for registration and check in. <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">If you are flying, we suggest you land at Orlando International Airport (MCO) by 11:00 am to allow time to get your bags and travel to Coronado Spring Resort.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"> Just a reminder that transportation to and from the Airport is not included in the hotel travel package. We will have a link to Mears Connect that will provide a discount on their airport transportation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Once arriving at Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort, you will be able to check in to your rooms after 4:00 pm.\u00a0\u00a0 Band Directors will also check in on site with VPA to receive additional information\/items for the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This evening we will have a mandatory rehearsal at Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort Convention Center.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24: Rehearsal Day and Park Time<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Enjoy a hot buffet breakfast this morning at Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort Convention Center with all of the bands at the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">After breakfast, we will have a morning rehearsal with our world class clinicians.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Once rehearsal concludes, bands are free to enjoy any of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25: Performance Day!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enjoy a hot buffet breakfast this morning at Disney\u2019s Coronado Springs Resort Convention Center with all of the bands at the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After breakfast, bands will depart Coronado Springs Resort for their performance at Magic Kingdom. Performance time will be announced approximately one month before the event.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After the performance, bands will be free to enjoy the parks at Walt Disney World!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26: Depart home from Orlando!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">**Attendees will only perform one time.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba9047b8_22875068' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83c\udff7\ufe0f Tour Package Pricing<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><a role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/COB.pricing.2.11.25.pdf\" data-completed-placeholder=\"1\"><strong>CLICK HERE to view 2025 Celebration of Bands Pricing Information!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">TOUR COST, RESERVATIONS &amp; PAYMENTS<\/b>: The total number accepted for the tour is limited. Completed reservation application and $200.00 (non-refundable) per person deposit MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT LLC OFFICE on or before the dates listed below: (This deposit is credited towards your total cost.)<\/p>\n<p><b>HOW DOES PRICING WORK?<br \/>\n<\/b><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Pricing is per person based on the total number of people in the room regardless if they are a participant or a spectator. For example, 3 participants and one spectator would be the quad rate per person. The participants would each pay the participant quad rate and the spectator would be the quad spectator price. All prices listed are per person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>PAYMENT DEADLINES:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">$500 per band deposit due by April 1, 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>$200 per person deposit is due by <span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">July 15, 2025.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT LLC OFFICE ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 UNIFORMS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED UNTIL THE BALANCE OF PAYMENT IS MADE.<\/p>\n<p><i data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">*Trips may sell out prior to deadlines. Registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis with deposits.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Cancellations on or before August 15, 2025 will receive a full refund except for the $500 deposit. For cancellations between\u00a0 August 16, 2025 and September 16, 2025 an additional $100 per person penalty will apply. After September 16, 2025, there will be no refunds.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><em>Tour packages include unlimited admission into Magic Kingdom\u00ae Park, Epcot\u00ae, Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios\u00ae, and Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom\u00ae Theme Park for multiple days. Park Reservations must be made for each day.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">EXTRA NIGHTS:<\/b>\u00a0A limited number of rooms are available for Saturday, November 22<sup>nd<\/sup>\u00a0 or Wednesday, November 26<sup>th<\/sup> \u00a0for an additional fee of $365 per room per night. Please indicate if you wish to purchase an extra night on your registration form. Adding an extra night DOES NOT automatically upgrade your Park Hopper\u00ae<\/p>\n<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">TICKET UPGRADE:<\/b>\u00a0You may upgrade your 3-day Park Hopper\u00ae\u00a0to a 4-day Park Hopper\u00ae\u00a0day or a 3-day Park Hopper\u00ae\u00a0 to 5-day Park Hopper\u00ae. Please indicate on your rooming list if you wish to do this.<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>3-day Park Hopper\u00ae to a 4-day Park Hopper\u00ae \u2013 $164<\/li>\n<li>3-day Park Hopper\u00ae\u00a0 to 5-day Park Hopper\u00ae \u2013 $218<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">EXTRA PARK HOPPER\u00ae TICKETS:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>These are available for purchase for anyone not on the hotel travel package.<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>3-Day: $600<\/li>\n<li>4-Day: $765<\/li>\n<li>5-Day: $845<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">FINAL PAYMENT:<\/b>\u00a0If final payment is not received on or before\u00a0September 16, 2025\u00a0and special written arrangements are not made and approved with Varsity Spirit LLC, you will automatically be removed from the tour, which will result in a complete forfeiture of all monies paid.<\/p>\n<p><b>CHAPERONES:<\/b><b>\u00a0 More information to come<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">*Includes unlimited admission into Magic Kingdom\u00ae Park, Epcot\u00ae, Disney\u2019s Hollywood Studios\u00ae, and Disney\u2019s Animal Kingdom\u00ae Theme Park for multiple days. Park Reservations must be made for each day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba904ce3_20818648' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83e\uddfe Event Registration<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p>Bands selected to participate will receive the link to register after they submit their audition.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Registration Questions &#8211; <a href=\"mailto:specialevents@varsity.com\">specialevents@varsity.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">*Please do not email credit card information. After your registration is received, you will receive a confirmation via email. Once that is received you may contact the Varsity office at 800-238-0286 to make a credit card payment. Registration will not be complete until payment is received.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Waivers:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adult Release Waiver \u2013 COMING SOON<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Minor Release Waiver\u202f \u2013 COMING SOON<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba905008_91347633' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\u2708\ufe0fTravel Planning<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Airfare from your hometown to Orlando is not included in the cost of the trip and will be the responsibility of the attendee.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;8226&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Walt Disney World no longer operates the Disney Magic Express. Attendees will be responsible for their roundtrip transportation from the Orlando International Airport to the resorts. We have partnered with MEARS to provide a guests discount off of transportation to and from the airport!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:&#091;9675&#093;,&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MEARS Direct Connect Information Coming Soon!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/about\/partners\/customer-benefits-and-travel-perks\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">CLICK HERE<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fto view our travel partners and airline discounts that are available!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba9052d6_65806423' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83d\udc55Uniform Information<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p><em>Coming soon!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-container ' data-accordion-id='_accordion_content68a84fba905451_49483911' id=''><div class='accordion-header'><div class='wrapper'><h4 class='title'>\ud83c\udff0 Walt Disney World\u00ae Park Reservations<\/h4><div class='icon-close'><i class='fa fa-plus' aria-hidden='true'><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='accordion-content'><div class='wrapper'><p>To help manage park capacity, the Walt Disney World Resort has introduced the Disney Park Pass service, a Theme Park reservation system. In order to make your Theme Park reservations, you will need a My Disney Experiences account and valid Theme Park admission linked to it. Varsity Spirit will send you a ticket confirmation order number for all customers paid in full. Then, simply create a My Disney Experience account and select the dates and Theme Parks you wish to visit. To enter a Theme Park, both a reservation and valid admission for the same Park on the same date are required. Please note that reservations are limited in capacity, subject to availability and are not guaranteed until confirmed.\u00a0<b><i>Park availability is very limited and Varsity Spirit will not be able to assist with park reservations.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">For those spectators and participants on our hotel travel package and those who purchased a Walt Disney World Park Hopper pass from Varsity Spirit, \u00a0a park reservation for Magic Kingdom will be pre-loaded on to your ticket for Tuesday, the day of your performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTE WHEN PURCHASING THEME PARK TICKETS: The reselling or the transferring of theme park tickets in the state of Florida is a\u00a0<u>crime<\/u>\u00a0as described under Florida state laws;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flsenate.gov%2FLaws%2FStatutes%2F2021%2F817.361&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cjloper%40varsity.com%7C479fb8d6296b4db728de08da1e3a3fac%7Cf211770eb3bf4850af0aaee4b2ea894e%7C1%7C0%7C637855532771080150%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=Vq%2BoXjWMMpgjLe0fwGfdyCUHf%2BIcaHwmgi%2FHWzAQfdQ%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-completed-placeholder=\"1\">Florida Statutes s. 817.361<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/strong><strong><u><a href=\"https:\/\/nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.flsenate.gov%2FLaws%2FStatutes%2F2021%2F817.36&amp;data=04%7C01%7Cjloper%40varsity.com%7C479fb8d6296b4db728de08da1e3a3fac%7Cf211770eb3bf4850af0aaee4b2ea894e%7C1%7C0%7C637855532771080150%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&amp;sdata=7aohZO0CaPFO5sp8cdgI4YA0WgFvZYnihmbndSwlheg%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-completed-placeholder=\"1\">Florida Statutes s. 817.36<\/a><\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Park Reservation How-To Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.varsity.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2023-Disney-Park-Information.pdf\" data-completed-placeholder=\"1\">Booking Park Reservations Step-by-Step<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*Please note that NO changes\/upgrades are possible after ticket orders have been placed. 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