ORLANDO, Fla. – Two Orlando bars known for their catchy theming have announced their permanent closures in the downtown area.
In a post to social media channels on Wednesday, the owners of 1UP Orlando and HighT Orlando announced the closure of both venues.
“For years, we poured our hearts and souls into creating something truly special — a space where imagination ran wild, where reality melted away, and where magic lived in every corner. But despite our passion and relentless fight to keep these dreams alive, the overwhelming financial strain in operating in Downtown Orlando with the restrictions placed on nightlife including the feed from the After Midnight Alcohol Sales Permit (AMS), coupled with the decline of Church Street, has left us no choice but to say goodbye.”…