Orlando’s Ultimate Guide to New Year’s Eve Festivities December 1, 2024
Ringing in the new year in Orlando offers a celebration unlike any other. For those who thrive on the excitement of theme parks and embrace the “live life on vacation” spirit, New Year’s Eve here is pure magic. It’s not just a night of fireworks; it’s about feeling the pulse of the city and its attractions, where one thrilling experience flows seamlessly into the next. Anyone planning to start the new year Orlando-style is in for an unforgettable adventure.
Here are the New Year’s Eve celebrations in Orlando to help you start the new year off with a bang.
Rocking New Year The Promenade at Sunset Walk
The streets come alive with music and laughter as friends gather to “Party Like It’s 1999” under the open sky. At the Rocking New Year (opens in a new tab) event, the atmosphere is electric. Advanced purchased tickets at only $19.99 bring you into a world of musical adventure with performances from Scotty B & Project DJ Slam and featuring a special guest appearance by Sir Jac: The Tribute to Prince. The laser light show, confetti storm, and photo ops take you back in time for a groovy countdown. Keep the festive escapades going with a Latin smorgasbord at Estefan Kitchen Orlando’s New Year’s Party featuring live entertainment and fun for all ages. And when the clock strikes midnight, fireworks light up the night, a dazzling end to a night of nonstop fun.
New Year's at the Walt Disney World® Resort
Bring on the new year with a touch of Disney magic with New Year’s Eve celebrations throughout Walt Disney World® Resort. The day begins with the adrenaline rushes on the theme parks’ fastest and tallest rides and ends with feasts and a colorful night sky that is best experienced with the ones you love.
Magic Kingdom
Step into a world of enchantment as New Year’s Eve unfolds at Magic Kingdom on both December 30th and 31st. Fireworks from the Fantasy in the Sky display fill the air with vibrant colors, and dance parties with beloved Disney characters keep the energy high. With roller coasters like Space Mountain adding excitement and the park’s signature magic in every moment, it’s a celebration that makes welcoming the new year unforgettable.
EPCOT
EPCOT on New Year’s Eve is like traveling the world in one night. Between the fireworks spectacular Luminous: The Symphony of Us and the dance parties in the World Showcase, you’re not just celebrating – you’re exploring. From Italy to Japan, every pavilion has its own vibe, complete with music, dancing, and unique flavors to try. And just before midnight, as the “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” countdown begins, you’re ready to launch into a new year with a global twist.
Party at Universal CityWalk
Close out 2024 with adrenaline-pumping rides at Universal Orlando Resort followed by a party to remember at Universal CityWalk. Show off your dance moves to the beats of live band and DJ performances throughout the entertainment center. With dinner options from The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar to NBC Sports Grill & Brew, and sweets from Voodoo Doughnut, The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium, or the Savory Feast Kitchen, it’s the ultimate way to indulge before the ball drops. Ring in the new year after the clock hits zero with a shower of confetti and a sky let up with fireworks.
SeaWorld® Orlando’s New Year’s Eve Party
Count down to 2025 with the world’s most unique wildlife at SeaWorld® Orlando’s New Year’s Eve party. The theme park’s rollercoasters and water slides get the adrenaline flowing to hype you up for dance offs to your favorite tunes at the DJ dance party zones. Parents and kids can say goodbye to 2024 with their favorite Sesame Street characters during Countdown with The Count in Sesame Street Land. Follow up a New Year’s Eve smorgasbord at SeaWorld’s restaurants with a toast of champagne to the gang as the new year arrives.
New Year's at ICON Park
New Year’s Eve fun for all ages is just a short drive away at ICON Park for activities that keep the anticipation for the countdown going. End 2024 with live music and BBQ chow downs at Tin Roof and Blake Shelton’s Ole Red. Stop by The Sky Bar or The Wheelhouse Bar and toast to the new year and actually accomplishing your resolutions this time. Hop aboard The Orlando Eye Ferris wheel for a birds eye view of the fireworks and a beautiful beginning of the new year.
Old Town Kissimmee’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Dive into a thrilling local New Year’s Eve adventure with a night at Old Town Kissimmee’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Start the evening with adrenaline rushes on the Paratrooper and the Hurricane rollercoaster before challenging friends to a dance-off at the live musical performances. Watch a beautiful sunset from the sky aboard the Ferris Wheel before the sky lights up with colorful New Year’s fireworks.
Orlando’s New Year’s Eve pulses with excitement from the first light of morning. Theme park rides roar to life, sending thrill-seekers plunging and looping under a bright Florida sky. As the sun dips, the atmosphere shifts – the air grows thick with anticipation, and the city’s magic takes hold. Fireworks start to streak across the sky, painting the night in bursts of color. Some gather on blankets, eyes lifted to the glowing spectacle, while others sip cocktails at bustling outdoor bars, the fireworks reflecting in their glasses. The entire city sparkles, a glittering canvas of light and celebration. Each corner of Orlando hums with its own kind of magic, offering the perfect way to say goodbye to one year and hello to the next.
Take advantage of our special offers and start planning your 2025 vacation now to begin the new year with a bang.
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