It's been another exciting year in The City Beautiful. The holiday season in Orlando and 2024 are coming to a close, it's time to celebrate. And naturally, there are lots of things to do for New Year's Eve in Orlando. But if you find yourself trying to stick to a budget, you're in luck. We've narrowed down the plethora of events to just the FREE and affordable New Year's Eve events in Orlando.
We'll start with FREE events and then share some of the most affordable New Year's Eve celebrations.
FREE New Year's Eve Events in Orlando
New Year's Eve at Disney Springs
New Year's Eve, 10am – 11pm
Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista
Great news! You can walk around Disney Springs enjoying the live entertainment and Disney Springs Tree Stroll for free! You won't have to worry about an entrance fee or parking fee – but you do need to get there EARLY. Parking will reach capacity.
Read our expert tips for New Year's Eve at Disney Springs.
New Year's Eve at Universal CityWalk
New Year's Eve, 9am – 11pm
Universal Orlando CityWalk
Technically there is no cover charge to enter Universal Orlando CityWalk, even on New Year's Eve. However, the normal parking fee does apply. Parking at CityWalk can be pricey at $30 per vehicle for standard and $50 for prime.
Try to get there early, parking can take a long time, especially on busy holidays like New Year's Eve.
Universal CityWalk will also host a special countdown to midnight that will culminate with tons of confetti to ring in the new year. Guests will also encounter additional festive entertainment – including music by a live band and DJ – as they make their way around the electrifying entertainment complex.
We're sharing more details with our guide to New Year's Eve at Universal CityWalk.
Irish New Year
11am – 2am
The Castle Irish Pub, College Park
Head to The Castle Irish Pub for an open house-style New Year's Eve celebration. They will be kicking off the celebration by toasting the Irish New Year at 7pm. There will be another champagne toast at midnight if you make it that long. They will be serving their regular menu and drinks all day.
No cover, food and beverage additional
Alternatively, Raglan Road at Disney Springs will also have an Irish New Year countdown at 7pm, and will continue the festivities until midnight.
Old Town’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Starting at 1pm; concert at 7pm
Old Town, Kissimmee
Stroll through the Old Town entertainment district for a family-friendly festivity including live music, entertainment, a car show and a free fireworks finale at midnight.
FREE Admission
New Year's Eve at Tactical
December 31, 4pm – 1am
Tactical Brewing
4882 New Broad St, Orlando, FL 32814
Party the night away on NYE with the return of their beloved glitter Lager! This beer was brewed in traditional Reinheitsgebot fashion with glitter naturally sourced from the Ball at Times Square in New York City. In all seriousness, it’s a fun beer that comes around ONCE a year. And, for the first time, it will be available in cans as well (while supplies last). Free champagne toast at midnight.
Cost: FREE
Krush Brau Park New Year's Eve Party
December 31, 6pm-midnight
Krush Brau Park
2198 Four Winds Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Come bring in the New Year with Krush Brau Park! Theywill have a dance party, count down, and midnight Champagne toast. Admission is **free**, but make sure to **reserve** your spot now before it's too late!
Cost: FREE
New Year's Eve Celebration in Downtown Avalon Park
December 31, 7pm – 12an
Downtown Avalon Park
Get ready to celebrate the arrival of 2025 in style at Downtown Avalon Park! On December 31st, gather with friends and family for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks show over Avalon Lake at midnight.
Cost: FREE
New Year's Eve at Gravity Taproom
December 31, 8pm – 12am
Gravity Taproom
777 N Orange Ave, Suite D, Orlando, FL
Ring in the New Year with Gravity Taproom! They're kicking off 2025 with a bang, featuring:
Live DJ: Dance the night away to the hottest beats, Food & Drink Specials: Savor delicious eats and refreshing drinks, and a Free Champagne Toast.
Cost: FREE
SoulArtefacts NYE 2025
December 31, 8pm – 2am
Grape and the Grain Wine Bar
1110 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Enjoy a night of good vibes, house music, and unforgettable memories. Let's celebrate the end of the year and welcome the beginning of a new chapter together. Don't miss out on this special event – mark your calendars and get ready to dance the night away. Enjoy a wide selection of wines, craft beers, and tasty food provided by Orlando's top food trucks, there will be live art, and plenty of dancing.
Cost: FREE
BMF's Badmutha Funkin' New Years Eve
December 31, 9pm
Wills Pub
DJ BMF spins funky feel good party classics all night! No cover. No BS.
Cost: FREE
Mount Dora New Year’s Eve Celebration
December 31, 9pm – midnight
Sunset Park, downtown Mount Dora
Ring in the New Year with live music, food & beverages, and a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Dora at midnight.
Cost: FREE
New Year's Eve Experience at Flûtes Champagne Bar
December 31, 9pm – midnight
Flûtes Champagne Bar
Immerse yourself in the glamour of the evening as we welcome 2025 in style, accompanied by the hottest tunes spun by DJ Cub. Indulge your palate in delectable delights crafted by Parlor Kitchen and raise a toast with exquisite champagne.
Complimentary glass of bubbles at midnight
No cover charge
Bonus ideas – ICON Park Orlando as well as Pointe Orlando will also have New Year's Eve festivities.
Cheap and Affordable Orlando New Year's Eve
Winter Wonderland Market
December 31, 7pm – midnight
JW Marriott, Grande Lakes (Located on the Valencia Lawn)
Discover the bliss of the holiday season at the Winter Wonderland Market. Stroll amongst European-inspired cottages featuring holiday delicacies, tasty beverages, and local artisan crafts.
There is no ticket required, and self-parking can be validated when you make a purchase at one of the charming cottages. A free train ride goes around the perimeter of the festive lawn, plus there are yard games and crafts for kids.
Asian Lantern Festival – New Year's Eve
Entry times 5:30 pm and 6:30pm
Central Florida Zoo
The lantern festival will be held on Saturday, Dec. 31, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with entry times at both 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m, 7:15 p.m. With a countdown at 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $25.00 per person
Thornton Park's New Year's Eve Block Party
8:30pm – 2:00am
The strip has 6-venues to hop around to along with three stages with jumbo-trons on either end of the block party, keeping music pumping all night. General Admission, Open Bar, and V.I.P Tickets Are Available. MAIN ENTRANCE: is The Abbey
Cost: $25
Sunset Walk Rocking New Year Street Party
Party begins at 8pm
The Promenade at Sunset Walk, Kissimmee
Street party featuring Scotty B & Project: DJ Slam, plus live musicians, vocalists, dancers, DJ K1X, street performers, and more. There will also be complimentary party favors, a confetti storm, and a midnight fireworks spectacular.
Cost: $19; kids under 10 free with paid adult admission
ICEBAR Orlando 2025 “Ice Masquerade: A New Year's Eve Celebration”
Take a trip through the arctic at ICEBAR Orlando. The ice masquerade-themed evening features specialty cocktails, a midnight buffet, live DJ and entertainment, ice sculptures, free digital souvenir photos and raffle giveaways. The following packages are available in limited quantity:
General Admission (limited quantity): $50 per person + tax and gratuity – Includes ICEBAR Entry
(excluding 11:30pm-12:30am), Champagne Bar from 11:30pm-12:30am, Midnight Celebration Buffet
at 12:30am, party favors, raffle entry and free digital souvenir photos.
New Year's Eve at Aloma Bowl
December 31, 10am – 1am
Aloma Bowl
The premiere entertainment center will be offering two group packages for unlimited play. Party guests will receive party favors, access to giveaways throughout the event and, of course, a champagne toast (21+) at midnight to ring in the New Year. Reserve one lane for a group of up to six people, or two lanes for a group of up to 12 people.
Cost: Varies
New Year's Eve at Boardwalk Bowl
December 31, 11am – 1am
Boardwalk Bowl
Head to Boardwalk Bowl from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a $15 per person walk-in special, which includes 3 games of bowling, a shoe rental and a $5 arcade card. At night, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m enjoy bowling and shoe rentals, party favors and giveaways, food and drink specials and a champagne toast. Reservations are required. Call 408-384-0003 ext. 1 to make a reservation.
Cost: Varies
These dinners are relatively affordable compared to other NYE dinners in the area
Park Avenue Tavern
NYE Dinner from 5pm – 10pm
Park Avenue Tavern is changing things up with a family-style dinner experience for New Year's Eve. This three-course meal includes a Celebration Salad with market lettuce, red grapes, goat cheese, radish,
candied pecans, red wine vinaigrette, a Caprese Crustini, Chilled Shrimp Cocktail. The entree is a Roasted Prime Rib with all the trimmings including whipped potatoes, green bean casserole, baked mac & cheese, au jus, and horseradish cream. A decadent chocolate cake closes out the meal.
Price is $75 per person.
Shady New Year's
Lamp & Shade Craft Kitchen and Cocktails
Celebrate the last night of the year in style with a specially crafted New Year’s Eve menu, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, a festive balloon drop, and live DJ entertainment to keep the party going. Reservations are highly recommended.
New Year's Eve Celebration at Taverna Opa
Party begins at 9pm
Taverna Opa Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with Florida’s best Greek food and live entertainment while dancing the night away Orlando’s biggest party! They will be serving their favorite dishes, including tzatziki, pita bread, and other mouth-watering favorites.
Cost: $100 per person
New Year's Eve Dinner
5pm – 10pm (Bar will be open until midnight)
Bites & Bubbles
Enjoy a four-course prix fixe meal on the rooftop of this restaurant and bar in the Mills50 area of Orlando.
Cost: $89-99 per person
New Year's Eve Buffet at Islands Dining Room
5-10pm
Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
Enjoy a festive holiday celebration that includes a menu of traditional New Year's Eve favorites, plus family-friendly entertainment that includes a balloon artist, ukulele player and hula dancer.
Cost: $90 per adult, $45 per child
New Year's Eve Buffet at Amatista Cookhouse
5-10pm
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
Enjoy a festive holiday celebration that includes a menu of traditional New Year's Eve favorites, plus family-friendly entertainment that includes Caribbean soloist, face painter and balloon artist.
Cost: $90 per adult, $45 per child
BiCE Ristorante
5-10:30pm
Portofino Bay Hotel
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with an unforgettable dining experience at BiCE Ristorante. Enjoy our $98 Prix-Fixe Menu, featuring Italian delicacies, a complimentary glass of Prosecco, and warm hospitality in an elegant setting.
Cost: $98 per person