If you’re looking to ring in 2023 in style, Central Florida has plenty of options, from family-friendly fireworks to fine dining to 21+ binge parties featuring live music and dancing. Here are some of the options around town on December 31st.
The Boardwalk Bowl hosts a New Year’s Eve party. The Boardwalk Bowl will do everything in its power to celebrate 2023 with balloon drops, live music, photo backdrops and a champagne toast to send 2022 off in style. 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM Boardwalk Bowl, 10749 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando. $75-$149; alomabowlingcenters.com
James Bond New Year’s Eve Party: Engineer’s annual James Bond New Year’s Party is back. Dress up in your best James Bond or Bond Girl costume to win prizes, and the fun begins at 8pm at his Enzian Theater in Maitland at 1300 S. Orlando Ave. . Tickets start at $99 and include an open bar. enzian.org
new year‘ celebration: Ring in the New Year with live music from the Second Right Band at one of Orlando’s most “rockin'” restaurants. Starting at 7pm, you can stop by Rock & Brews, 6897 S. Semoran Blvd. in Orlando. rockandbrews.com
New Year’s Eve at OMA: For the first time since 2019, the Orlando Museum of Art will host a New Year’s Eve party with a full-service open bar, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and desserts by Arthur’s Catering. The fun continues with a photobooth, live music and a rotating DJ collective spinning tunes on the dancefloor all night long. Toast to the New Year with a dazzling midnight fireworks display. Tickets are $175 for individuals and $350 for couples. The night starts at 9:00 pm. Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave. Orlando; 407-896-4231; omart.org
New Year’s Eve at Savoy Orlando: Savoy’s New Year’s Eve table reservations are now $30 for 4 dishes and $20 for 2 dishes. The price includes a bottle of champagne. Fun starts at 8pm. Savoy Orlando, 1913 N. Orange Ave. Orlando. savoy-orlando.ticketleap.com
Sunset Park New Year’s Eve Celebration: Enjoy live music with your family from 9pm and fireworks at Mount Dora at midnight. ci.mount-dora.fl.us
New Year’s Eve: Rockin’ the Cloud: Families can celebrate the New Year with live music from supervillains, Harlequins and more. Starting at 7 p.m., Historic St. He Cloud begins in downtown (407-957-7300). stcloudfl.gov
Disagreeable! Strangelove — Depeche Mode Experience and Electric Duke-Bowie Tribute: Ring in the new year with the ultimate 80’s party at The Abbey. Heroes Live Entertainment presents Strangelove. Depeche Mode Experience by Electric Duke. The party starts at 8:00 pm. It’s The Abbey at his 100 S. Eola Drive in Orlando. abbeyorlando.com
Punknites.com presents New Year’s Eve. This event is for ages 21 and over. 8pm at West End Trading Co. at 202 S. Sanford Avenue in Sanford. events.wdbo.com/event/d5168dababda8be94c61a72b10ee7562
Steel peach: Steeln’ Peaches ring in the new year with the Tuffys Music Box. Join us for a night of music with our special Friends of the Brothers set. The fun event begins at 9:00 PM at 200 Myrtle Avenue in Sanford. bandintown.com
Airport Lanes is hosting a New Year’s Eve party. Ring in the New Year with a $150 New Year’s Eve Package at Airport Lanes from 9pm to midnight. 190 E. Airport Blvd.at sanford
Le Cirque: New Year’s Eve at Grand Bohemian Orlando: Ring in 2023 at Le Cirque and ring in the new year in style with a celebration that takes you back to 1940s Paris. Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, 325 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando, 7 p.m. $205-$330; kesslercollection.com/bohemian-orlando/event/le-cirque-new-years-eve-at-grand-bohemian-orlando
New Year’s Eve Gala: Ring in the New Year in traditional German-American style. Admission includes live music by a European band, party favors, food, and 2 drink tickets. The fun event starts at 7pm. The German American Association of Central Florida is located at 381 Orange Lane in Casselbury. $70-$90; 407-834-0574; orlandogermanclub.com
NYE party at Ellipsis Brewing: Starting at 5pm, Ellipsis Brewing will host a New Year’s Eve festivities, serving Caribbean-inspired menus until the ball drops at midnight. 7500 TPC Blvd, Suite 8, Orlando. Ellipsis Brewing.com
Raise glasses to 2023: A $150 ticket to this party includes a bar package, appetizers, and midnight sparkling rose toast. Fun starts at 8pm. Hampton Social (His 9101 International Drive in Orlando). thehamptonsocial.com
Celebrate the New Year early: Dave and Busters will be hosting delicious food, thrilling arcade games and New Year’s Eve celebrations for the whole family starting at 4pm at 8986 International Drive in Orlando. daveandbusters.com/locations/orlando
Club 90s Presents 2000s NYE Party: On New Year’s Eve you can dance to 2000s hits starting at 8:30pm. House of Blues, 1490 E. Buena Vista Drive Lake Buena Vista Tickets are $17 general admission. Houseofblues.com/Orlando
Holiday Surf & Turf at Paddlefish: This New Year’s Eve, Paddlefish is hosting a special holiday for an unforgettable night.The Holiday Surf & Turf Includes Maine Lobster, Andouille, Little Neck, Cornbread, Red Potatoes and Sweet Corn ($80). Diners can add sparkling wine for $5 a glass. 1670 Buena Vista Drive on Lake Buena Vista paddlefishrestaurant.com/about/our-story
Celebrate the New Year with Terralina: Diners can elevate their vacation with Italian Lake District cuisine. This New Year’s Eve and 1st, Terralina will serve Rosemary Roasted Lamb Chops over a plate of crispy French fries, braised escarole, and Salsa Verde ($45) that pairs perfectly with Prosecco ($10). 1650 Buena Vista Drive in Lake Buena Vista terralinacrafteditalian.com
Rock and roll branch: This special Monday (January 2) brunch features customizable flights of mimosas and classic brunch favorites like Sweet Child O’ Mine with a brilliant twist in true New Year’s fashion. It contains. Baileys Cream Cheese. City Works Eatery & Pour House, 1486 East Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista. cityworksrestaurant.com/locations/disneysprings-2/
New Year’s Eve Light Show at The Wheel: New Year’s Eve celebrations reach new heights as The Wheel at ICON Park shines bright. Guests can flock to The Lawn to watch as his 64,000 LED lights at ICON Park’s signature attraction light up the night to welcome his 2023. The Lawn party continues all night from 7pm to 3am with a live DJ at 8375 International Drive Orlando. iconparkorlando.com
New Year’s Eve at Tapa Toro: Say “Adios” in 2022 and “Hora” in 2023 in two ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Tapa Toro. The restaurant has his two seating options: flamenco dance entertainment and Spanish cuisine. Early seating options from 5-7pm guarantee a 4-course meal and champagne toast at 6pm. Late seating options from 9pm include a 5-course meal, more live entertainment, and of course a midnight champagne toast. Tapa Toro, 8441 International Drive, #260, Orlando. tapatoro.restaurant/new-years-eve
NYE at the Roof: New Year’s Eve at The Roof will be the restaurant, bar and live music venue’s biggest party of the year, with two stages of live entertainment throughout the night. On the Tin Roof side, guests can rock with The Crew from 6pm to 9pm and Kaci Jo & the DownLows from 10pm to 1:30am. A DJ will play from 10pm to 1:30am for the New Year. You can purchase various packages to secure a spot at the party, or general admission he can buy for $25. Tin Roof, his 8371 International Drive in Orlando. tinrooforlando.com/event/nye-at-the-roof
New Year’s Eve at Ole Red Orlando: Enjoy a rural experience this New Year’s Eve at Ole Red Orlando. The restaurant and live music venue offers party favors and live music throughout the night. Watch the ball on TV or buy champagne to toast the New Year. Ole Red Orlando, his 8417 International Drive in Orlando. Orlandoolered.com/orlando
New Year’s Eve at Brother Jimmy’s: Celebrate New Year’s Eve with party favors, champagne toasts and a countdown to midnight ball. There are plenty of drinks, delicious meals, classic games, and more for everyone to enjoy. Brother Jimmy’s, 8441 International Drive, Suite 290, Orlando. Brotherjimmys.com
Rocking the New Year on the Sunset Walk Promenade: This all-ages event kicks off at 8pm and features exciting live performances from artists including SWITCH – Back to the ’80s, DJ Rick GZ, Scotty B & Project: DJ SLam and more. The night concludes with spectacular fireworks at midnight. Admission is $49 per adult, and children 5 and under are admitted free with a paying adult. Sunset Walk, 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. in Kissimmee. Sunsetwalk.com/events/rocking-new-year
New Year’s Eve at Edison: The glamorous celebration features sumptuous food and beverages, including pass-by appetizers, decadent dinner and dessert buffets, and handcrafted cocktails and premium beers at the cash bar. Live performances include DJs, open dance floors, stilt walkers, aerialists, and his 1920s-inspired music from the world-famous Pearls Dance Trio and Sound Society radio shows. Plus, enjoy a special midnight toast that will ring in 2023. Tickets with guaranteed seats range from $145 to $175 per person. Admission begins at 8:30 PM. Your reservation includes appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, dinner & dessert buffet, a bottle of champagne, and a midnight toast. A limited number of general admission tickets are also available for $55. This includes 9pm entry, appetizer and hors d’oeuvres pass, dessert, midnight toast and access to an exciting entertainment line-up. Edison at Disney Springs, 1570 E. Buena Vista Drive at Lake Buena Vista. theedisonfla.com/event/new-years-eve
Great Gatsby themed NYE party: Winter Park Restaurant and its newly opened lounge MM Club downstairs will host a Great Gatsby-themed party featuring special entertainment, inspiring décor and a special five-course dining experience for guests to ring in the New Year To do. The reservation has two seats available for him, the first from 5pm to 6:30pm and the second from 8:30pm to midnight. AVA MediterrAegean & MM Club, 290 S. Park Ave. in Winter Park; avamediterraegean.com/about
New Year’s Eve at Jaleo: This New Year’s Eve at Disney Springs, Jaleo at Disney Springs will offer guests a variation of its tasting menu, including 14 different tapas with high-end elements such as Jamon Iberico de Bellota, Royal Ocetra Caviar, Siglas and Pantera Rosa (Pink Panther Dessert) . Celebrating the end of the year. The New Year’s Eve menu is priced at $125 per person.. Jaleo in Disney Springs, 1482 E Buena Vista Drive in Orlando. jaleo.com/location/jaleo-disney-springs
New Year’s Eve at the Venetian Chophouse: On December 31st, The Venetian Chop House, Caribe Royale Orlando’s on-site fine dining, We offer a chef-driven festive prix fixe menu that includes amuse bouche, a choice of soups and salads, a six-course meal including entrées such as Wagyu tenderloin, porchetta, pesto-grilled king salmon, and several delicious side dishes. Choose from delicate desserts such as berries, foam and milk chocolate chiboust. Call 407-238-8060 to make a reservation. $130 per person, plus tax. Venetian Chophouse, 8101 World Center Drive in Orlando. cariberoyale.com/orlando-resort-restaurants/fine-dining-orlando-fl
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