Wondering where to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Orlando? There are a ton of things happening around town. Here are some fun things happening around town to ring in the new year.

New Year’s Eve Party on The Lawn – ICON Park: Guests will enjoy live entertainment from two live DJs, one on The Lawn and one on the Promenade in front of Brother Jimmy’s BBQ, who will keep the party going at ICON Park from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests can also toast to the new year with specialty cocktails from The Lawn Bar all night long. 8449 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819.

Rock-In 2025! New Year’s Eve Party at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando: Rock in the new year at the exciting Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando. Enjoy specially prepared desserts and entertainment that includes a DJ, roaming magicians, balloon artist, countdown live from Times Square via satellite, and midnight balloon drop with champagne toast. Tickets start at $100 for adults and $50 for kids ages three to nine years old and are available online. New Year’s Eve Lobby Party is a family-friendly celebration for guests of all ages. 5800 Universal Boulevard Orlando, FL 32819.

New Year’s Eve Party on the Piazza: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel presents New Year’s Eve Party on the Piazza, a New Year’s Eve celebration on the hotel’s Harbor Piazza. Enjoy gourmet foods until 11 p.m., desserts, beer and wine, a live DJ and dancing. The countdown to midnight will include a live performance by Portofino’s opera singers and a sparkling wine toast. Few tickets remain and are available online. 5601 Universal Boulevard Orlando, FL 32819.

New Year’s Eve at Tori Tori: Celebrate the new year in style at Tori Tori in Mills 50 from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Enjoy an open bar featuring select cocktails, draft beers, and house wines/champagne. Live music from DJ Ricky Rico. Elevated Hors d’oeuvres until 10:30 p.m., a live stream of Times Square countdown, Champagne toast & sparklers at midnight, a 360 photo booth, and more. Tickets are available online and start at $130 per person. 720 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803.

NYE 2025 at Cuba Libre: Escape to “Havana” this New Year’s Eve at Cuba Libre Orlando. There are three ways to celebrate on Dec. 31: A la carte dinner, the Grand Buffet Dinner & Celebration Package, or their late-night party. The buffet menu is available online as well as tickets to party. Tickets can be purchased online. 9101 International Drive , Orlando, FL, 32819

Annual New Year’s Eve Gala at Bull & Bear: Guests can celebrate the advent of the New Year with an exclusive celebration and prix fixe menu consisting of five inspired and distinctive courses. Included with each reservation is a bottle of champagne per table, live entertainment, photo booth, viewing of the Times Square ball drop, and dancing all night in our spacious outdoor cabana lawns. $365 per ticket. Reservations required: 407-597-5413. 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL 32821.

New Year’s Eve Dinner at La Luce: Enjoy family recipes that have been handed down from generation to generation. Chef de Cuisine, Alberto Navarrete Arias has prepared a five-course dinner selection, full of special holiday favorites. $170 per guest. Tax and gratuity are additional.
Reservations are suggested: 407-597-3675. 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln a, Orlando, FL 32821.

Aventura’s Rooftop New Year’s Eve Celebration: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Bar 17 Bistro’s rooftop celebration and enjoy 360-degree views of the night skyline and area fireworks as you count down to 2025. All tickets include celebration beginning at 8 p.m. with food, beer, wine and featured specialty cocktails until 10 p.m. (cash bar from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.), along with a DJ, party favors, midnight prosecco toast and self-parking. Tickets start at $175 and are available online. 6725 Adventure Way Orlando, FL 32819.

Joey Fatone & AJ McLean: A Legendary New Years Eve 2025 presented by XL106.7 & Magic 107.7 at House of Blues Orlando: Ring in the new year with Joey Fatone and AJ McLean starting at 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 31. The concert venue is general admission standing. This event is all ages. Tickets are available online and start at $118. 1490 E Buena Vista Dr, Orlando, FL 32830.

New Year’s Eve at Boxi Park Lake Nona: Enjoy live music by No Filter, DJ Digital, a digital Ball Drop & Champagne Toast at midnight, party favors, photo opportunities and More. Tickets start at $35 for General Admission and $150 for VIP and are available online. This event is for ages 21+ only. 6877 Tavistock Lakes Boulevard Orlando, FL 32827.

New Year’s Eve Bōnenkai Party at illume: Celebrate Bōnenkai, meaning “Forget The Previous Year” in Japanese, and welcome 2025 in style at Illume located at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Enjoy rooftop views of the Orlando skyline and a dazzling 180-degree fireworks display. Dance the night away into the new year. Tickets start at $275 per person and are available online on OpenTable. This event is for guests ages 21 and over. 14900 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando, FL.

New Year’s Eve Dinner at Sear + Sea Woodfire Grill: Start your New Year’s Eve with a touch of elegance and a welcome glass of champagne at Sear + Sea Woodfire grill at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa. The restaurant was awarded MICHELIN Plate in 2022. Indulge in an intimate three-course dinner at Sear + Sea Woodfire Grill, with the option to choose from their exquisite à la carte menu. Tickets start at $175 per person or adults and $55 for children and are available online. 14900 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando, FL 32821.

About me: Hello my name is Carlos Hernandez and I am a writer and journalist with over 10 years of experience. I write the food and travel blog Carlos Eats (https://www.carloseats.com) and also contribute to several newspapers and magazines on numerous topics.