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New Year’s Eve events are popping up all over Central Florida, and we’ve been busy sorting through the best of the best, just for you. The listings featured in this roundup are ones that have caught our attention, but if you think we missed any really good ones, be sure to send us an email to News@OrlandoShine.com.
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The Beacham 2026 – TICKETS
10 p.m.
The Beacham, 46 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando
$220
“Seven rooms, six dance floors, two floors, over 30 VIP sections, and over 28 bartenders.”
Casino Royale: New Year’s Eve Party – TICKETS
9 p.m.
AC Sky Bar, 323 S. Garland Avenue, Orlando
$103.22
“Ring in 2026 with casino-style gaming (and prizes!), dancing, a champagne toast, and a ball drop at midnight. The rooftop party of the year.”
Eternal NYE at Central Florida Fairgrounds – TICKETS
2 p.m.
Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando
$279-$1,500
Fireworks at Fun Spot Orlando – TICKETS
Midnight
Fun Spot America, 5700 Fun Spot Way, Orlando
FREE
“Fun Spot America Theme Parks are known for delivering wholesome, nostalgic fun for families and thrill-lovers alike.”
Japanese Midnight at Anthem – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Anthem Orlando, 100 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando
$40
“Ring in the New Year at Japanese Midnight, Anthem Orlando’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, designed for Orlando’s LGBTQ community and nightlife lovers ready for something bold, immersive, and unforgettable. Taking place on Wednesday, December 31, from 8 PM to 4 AM, Japanese Midnight transforms Anthem Orlando into a neon-drenched, high-energy world where tradition meets modern nightlife.”
Magic Rocks! at Hard Rock Live – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Hard Rock Live,
$58-$93
“Kick off your New Year’s Eve with MAGIC ROCKS!® Illusionist Leon Etienne’s family-friendly magic show tomorrow night, Wednesday, December 31, at 8 p.m. It’s 90 minutes of non-stop magic the whole family will enjoy!”
Midnight on Magnolia 2026 – TICKETS
9 p.m.
CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue
$99-$150
“The Downtown Arts District is excited to announce its second annual New Year’s Eve celebration, “Midnight on Magnolia.” Presented by Valley Bank, this fun, private, and fresh event offers an elevated, artistic atmosphere, perfect for young professionals and the young at heart looking for a unique way to ring in the New Year in Orlando. Think chic, lively, and welcoming—stylish but not stuffy, and definitely fun.”
New Year’s Eve 2025: Neon Nights – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Avenue, Maitland
$99-$695
“Enzian is heading down to South Beach to ring in the new year! Join us as we throw it all the way back to the neon-lined streets of 1985, Miami Vice style! Pass the Aqua Net and stun the crowds with big hair, and even bigger shoulderpads, for a chance at winning our audience favorite costume contest. Sip on champagne or a one-of-a-kind cocktail at the open bar, enjoy delectable passed Hors d’oeuvres, and dance your way into the new year under lights so bright, you’ll need to wear your sunglasses at night.”
New Year’s Eve at Howl at the Moon Orlando – TICKETS
7 p.m.
Howl at the Moon, 8815 International Drive, Orlando
$75
“Includes live music, premium open bar, dinner buffet, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight!”
New Year’s Eve at Tori Tori – TICKETS
8:30 p.m.
Tori Tori, 720 N. Mills Avenue, Orlando
$130-$210
“Ring in 2026 with an open bar featuring select cocktails, draft beers, house wines, and champagne. Featuring DJ Ricky Rico. Elevated Hors d’oeuvres, live stream of Times Square countdown, toast at midnight, 360-degree photobooth, and more.”
New Year’s Eve Ball 2025 at German American Society – TICKETS
7 p.m.
German American Society of Central Florida, 381 Orange Lane, Casselberry
$55.60-$90.35
“Celebrate the New Year in true German-American style. Enjoy your favorite tunes performed live by the popular dance band Europa.”
NYE Block Party 2025 – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Wall Street Plaza, Wall and Court Streets, Orlando
$20-$60
“Celebrate the countdown with an unforgettable night full of play, bites, beats, and cheers — the ultimate way to tee off 2026.”
NYE Live at Pointe Orlando – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando
$40.65
“Live! at Pointe Orlando will welcome 2026 with NYE Live!, a multi-venue New Year’s Eve bash complete with party favors, high-energy DJs, a champagne toast, and a ball drop at midnight. Explore Palm Tree Club, Shark Bar, PBR Cowboy Bar, and Still Lounge by Dre & Snoop, or upgrade your ticket to add all-inclusive drinks, gourmet food station,s and more at Sports & Social.”
Ring in the New Year at Asian Lantern Festival – TICKETS
5:30 p.m.
Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 3755 W. Seminole Boulevard, Sanford
$27
“Ring in 2026 during family-friendly countdowns at 7 and 8 p.m., enjoy a live DJ, and enjoy dozens of larger-than-life, handcrafted lanterns.”
Silvester at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant – TICKETS
5-8 p.m.
Hollerbach’s German Restaurant, 205 E. 1st Street, Sanford
FREE
“Join us at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant on Wednesday, Dec. 31st for a Silvester (New Year’s Eve) celebration, German style!”
- German folk music with Nick und Eckhard 5-8 pm
- Bleigießen (lead casting) fortune telling with Madame Sabine in Hollerbach’s Lodge
- Theo’s Linsensuppe (Lentil Soup)
- “Dinner for One” – we’ll be showing the classic British comedy sketch first broadcast to German TV audiences in 1963, which has since become a NYE tradition that every German knows!
- Countdown to midnight auf Deutsch at 5:59 pm (11:59 German time) with a live television feed to the festivities in Deutschland!
SoulArtefacts NYE 2026 at Grape and The Grain – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Grape and the Grain Wine Bar, 1110 Virginia Drive
FREE
“Come celebrate and bring in NYE 2026 with SoulArtefacts at Grape & The Grain. A night of sultry house vibes, disco, freestyle, and beats.”
Thornton Park New Year’s Eve Party – TICKETS
8 p.m.
Thornton Park District, East Washington Street, Orlando
$41.74
“Hosted by your favorite local bars, the Thornton Park NYE Street Party features deejays spinning all night long, cocktails, food vendors, dancing, and Orlando’s Orange Ball Drop at midnight.”
