Are you ready for some of the most exciting New Year’s Eve activities outside of the Big Apple?
On this page, we’ll discuss everything that is happening across Universal Orlando Resort for New Year’s Eve 2025. Events are occurring across CityWalk, Universal’s theme parks, and the hotels. Let’s sink our teeth into these one at a time, shall we?
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New Year’s 2024 – CityWalk
Curious about what Universal CityWalk has in store for New Year’s Eve 2025? While we wait for the big reveal, read further to learn how the new year was celebrated in 2024.
Live Music & DJ
Get ready for an unforgettable countdown to midnight at Universal CityWalk! Dance along to the rhythm of a live band and DJ as the clock ticks closer toward 2025, and prepare for a storm of confetti that sets the stage for a memorable start to the New Year.
Dance your way into the new year with musical performances by Crenshaw Duo and Zee-R Band on the Waterfront Stage. The beat continues as a DJ spins discs in the Promenade.
Crenshaw Duo
Waterfront Stage
4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Zee-R Band
Waterfront Stage
8:45 PM, 9:45 PM, 10:45 PM, 11:45 PM
DJ
Promenade
6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Midnight Celebration
Promenade & Plaza
12:00 AM
New Year’s 2024 – Universal Studios Florida & Islands of Adventure
As we eagerly await details about Universal Orlando Resort’s 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration, take a look back at how the theme parks welcomed the new year in 2024.
With both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure extending their hours until 1 AM, the fun and unforgettable moments are bound to stretch into the early hours of the New Year. Snag discounted admission through Orlando Informer – because there’s no better way to start the year than with savings!
New Year’s 2024 – Universal’s hotels
Take a trip down memory lane below to see how the new year was celebrated in 2024 while we await the details for 2025.
All of Universal Orlando’s hotels have their own special New Year’s Eve celebrations for 2024. Here’s an overview of what is available at each hotel.
Hard Rock Hotel
ROCK-IN 2025! New Year’s Eve Lobby Party
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 6 PM – 1 AM
- Price: $100* adult; $50* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and ticketing fees not included)
- Entertainment: DJ, balloon artist, roaming magicians
- Tickets
New Year’s Eve Buffet in The Kitchen
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
- Price: $175* adult; $80* child (ages 3 – 9); complimentary under age 3 [*tax not included]
- Entertainment: Includes New Year’s Eve Lobby Party
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
- View Menu
New Year’s Day Buffet in The Kitchen
- Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- Time: 7 am—2 pm
- Price: $60* adult; $35* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and ticketing fees not included)
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
- View Menu
Loews Portofino Bay Hotel
New Year’s Eve Party on the Piazza
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 8:30 PM – 12 AM
- Price: $185* adult; $135* child (ages 10–20); $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and ticketing fees will apply)
- Entertainment: DJ
- Tickets
New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Menu in Mama Della’s Ristorante
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5:30 PM –11 PM
- Price: $85* adult; $40* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and gratuity not included)
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
- Notes: Special New Year’s Eve meal will be offered. Regular menu items available.
- View Menu
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
New Year’s Eve Buffet in Islands Dining Room
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
- Price: $90* adult; $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and gratuity not included).
- Entertainment: Musician, hula dancers, and balloon artist
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
- View Menu
New Year’s Eve Celebration in Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 8 PM –12:30 AM
- Price: $600 for a group up to 8 people (*gratuity included; tax not included; ticketing fees apply)
- Entertainment: Live Jazz and Balinese Dancers
- Guests who want to enjoy the New Year’s Eve celebration without the VIP package experience can make a standard dining reservation on Resy.
- Book VIP Package
New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet in Islands Dining Room
- Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- Time: 7 AM – 12 PM
- Price: $32* adult; $17* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and gratuity not included). Adults (ages 21+) can add all-you-care-to-enjoy mimosa and Bloody Mary cocktails for just $27 more (tax and gratuity not included).
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
New Year’s Eve Celebration in Strong Water Tavern
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 10 pm—2 am
- Price: $165.50* adult (ages 21+ only) (*tax and ticketing fees not included)
- Entertainment: Live entertainment
- Note: Complimentary self-parking included (not valid for overnight hotel guests)
- Tickets
New Year’s Eve Buffet in Amatista Cookhouse
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 10 PM
- Price: $90* adult; $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and gratuity not included).
- Entertainment: Live Entertainment
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
- View Menu
New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet in Amatista Cookhouse
- Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- Time: 7 AM – 11 AM
- Price: $32* adult; $17* child (ages 3 – 9); complimentary under age 3 (*tax and gratuity not included).
- Reservations: Resy; call 407-503-DINE (3463)
Cabana Bay Beach Resort
New Year’s Eve Party Spectacular in Bayliner Diner
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 8 PM – 12:30 AM
- Price: Complimentary to attend. Carving dining special available (beginning at 5pm): $22.99* adult; $12.99* child (ages 3–9) (*tax not included)
- Note: Exclusive event for guests staying at Cabana Bay Beach Resort
- Entertainment: Live DJ, balloon twisters, face painters, party favors, midnight balloon drop
Universal’s Aventura Hotel
Aventura’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 8 PM – 1 AM
- Price:
- $175* Standing Room (*tax and ticketing fees not included) Enjoy the celebration beginning at 8pm. Includes food, beer, wine and featured specialty cocktails until 10pm (cash bar from 10pm – 1am), along with a DJ, party favors, midnight prosecco toast and self-parking.
- $1,350* VIP Package (*tax and ticketing fees not included) Includes all the benefits of a Standing Room ticket for up to six people in your party, PLUS couch seating, plus one bottle of champagne, and a bottle of Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
- Ages: Adults (ages 21+) only.
- Menu: Teriyaki Glazed Beef Skewers, Chicken Satay Skewers, Caprese Skewers, Mini Crab Cakes, Individual Shrimp Cocktails, Assorted Sushi, Assorted Vegetable Crudité Shooters, Charcuterie Boards, Panna Cotta, Individual Trifle Cups, Beef Sliders, Chicken Sliders, Mini Tea Cakes
- Cash Bar: 10 PM – 1 AM
- Entertainment: DJ, party favors
- Tickets
Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites
New Year’s Eve Meal Special at Beach Break Café
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
- Price: $22* adult; $13* child (ages 3–9) (*tax not included)
- Menu: New York strip steak, rosemary garlic smashed potatoes, broccolini, bourguignon demi-glace, roll. Add pecan or pumpkin pie for $5.50 more per person.
Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites
New Year’s Eve Meal Special at Dockside’s Pier 8 Market
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 5 PM – 11 PM
- Price: $22* adult; $13* child (ages 3–9) (*tax not included)
- Menu: New York strip steak, rosemary garlic smashed potatoes, broccolini, bourguignon demi-glace, roll. Add pecan or pumpkin pie for $5.50 more per person.