ORLANDO, Fla. – Can you believe we’re just days away from the new year?
The end of 2023 is approaching and it’s time to ring in the new year!
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Most of these events are on Sunday, Dec. 31.
BREVARD COUNTY
New Year’s Eve Champagne, Steak and Lobster Dinner
- “Celebrate New Year’s Eve at WAVES Craft Bar and Kitchen! Join us for an exquisite Champagne, Steak, and Lobster Dinner at Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront’s WAVES Craft Bar and Kitchen. Reservations Required: Book your unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience at WAVES.opentable.com or call (321) 799-0003.”
- Price: $72 per person
Noon Year’s Eve at the Brevard Zoo
- “Your whole family can celebrate the new year without staying up past anyone’s bedtime! Noon Year’s Eve features a ball drop at noon and a complimentary sparkling juice toast. Enjoy crafts, games, and music as well.”
- Price: Zoo admission
Melbourne Municipal Band Presents: 2023 New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner and Dance
- “7:30 pm-Social Hour with Klaus Kolb on piano. Three-hour open bar starts. 8:30 pm-Elegantly served dinner with floor show featuring the Swingtimers Vocal Trio. 9:30pm-12:30am-Dancing to the Fabulous Rock & Roll Revue!” Black tie suggested.
- Price: Limited seats at $140
Ring In the New Year at Hotel Melby!
- “Hotel Melby is the perfect venue to bid farewell to the old year and embrace the new one. With a lively atmosphere, great music, and fantastic company, this event promises to be a night to remember. Indulge in delicious food and drinks from our talented chefs and bartenders. Dance the night away to the beats of DJ Shane, who will keep the party going until the early hours of the morning.”
- Price: $179 per ticket
FLAGLER COUNTY
Crossroads Tavern New Year’s Costume Party
- “New Year’s Eve Hoe Down at Crossroads Tavern. Costume Extravaganza Party - Prizes for the best. Karaoke starts at 8pm”
- 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Flagler Beach New Year’s Fireworks
- “Join us New Year’s Eve for the surfboard drop and fireworks. Join us New Year’s Eve for the surfboard drop and fireworks.”
- Veteran’s Park at 12 a.m.
- “Say goodbye to 2023 as you dine and dance the night away. Enjoy a fabulous dinner, dancing to live entertainment and a champagne toast to ring in the New Year with family and friends. Reservations required. Please call Christine Losagio at 386.246.5676 or email Christine.Losagio@hammockbeach.com for reservations.”
*This event is available for registered resort guests and members only.
- Price: $76.00 Members $95.00 Guest $45.00 Children (Ages 4-12) Tax & Gratuity not included.
LAKE COUNTY
- “Mission Resort + Club is the place to be this New Year’s Eve! Enjoy a decadent 5-course meal followed by dancing and champagne toast at midnight! Live Entertainment will have you dancing the night away. This is a Cocktail Attire Event.” Call 800-874-9053 to make reservations.
- Price: $199 per guest
- “Ring in the New Year with live music, food & beverages and a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Dora at midnight.”
- Sunset Park from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
MARION COUNTY
Swing in the New Year Dance Social
- “Shine up your saddle shoes and get ready to jump jive n’ wail with Becky Baby and Swing Theory. Join us in the NOMA Black Box at the Reilly Arts Center for a celebration of Ocala history. The “Swing in to the New Year” Dance Social is a tribute to days gone by. Take a trip back in time to the 1940s when dances were a part of our local culture!”
- Dance social: 8-10 p.m. If you don’t know how to swing dance, there is a pre-social dance lesson an hour before.
- “Join us for an electrifying New Year’s Eve bash at the Orange Blossom Opry! The stage will come alive with the sensational Orange Blossom Opry Band, delivering their trademark mix of country, bluegrass, and classics. Special guests will make surprise appearances, adding to the excitement. Get ready to dance the night away and celebrate the arrival of the New Year with party favors, refreshments, a photo booth, and the famous Orange Blossom Opry Band.”
- 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cost varies.
- “A New Year’s Eve Celebration taking place on Sunday, December 31st from 6pm-10pm.”
- First Night is hosted throughout midtown Ocala/downtown Ocala at 10 various locations.
ORANGE COUNTY
10th Annual New Year’s Eve Gala at the Alfond Inn
- “Come celebrate ushering in the new year. An incredible evening curated with exceptional culinary masterpieces & experiences.”
- 6:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.
- Price: From $375
New Year’s Eve Celebration in Downtown Orlando
- “When it comes to Ringing in the New Year in Orlando, there’s no better place to be than Downtown Orlando on Church Street overlooking the city skyline.”
- 7:30 p.m. until 2 a.m.
- Price: Free, but VIP options are available
New Year’s Eve Party by Winter Park Events: Casino Royale Party
- “Ring in 2024 in Style! Winter Park’s Premier New Year’s Eve Party. Ring in 2024 James Bond Style.”
- 8:30 p.m. until 12:15 a.m.
- Price: $185 and up
Light-Up I-Drive: New Year’s Eve Edition
- “ICON Park will be kicking off the new year with a light show, live DJ, and specialty drinks, all on The Lawn under the glow of the icon of the Orlando skyline, The Wheel.”
- Starts at 10 a.m. – Guests can gather on The Lawn to enjoy music from a live DJ all night long and countdown to the new year with a light show on The Wheel beginning just before midnight.
OSCEOLA COUNTY
- “Bring the family for a Car Show, Live Music featuring “Groove Infusion,” Entertainment, and Free Fireworks at midnight.”
- Starts at 1 p.m.
- Price: Free
POLK COUNTY
Western-Themed New Year’s Party
- “We’re hosting an unforgettable celebration at Wales Pointe Saddle up, y’all! Get ready to kick off the New Year with a bang at our Western-Themed New Year’s Party! Dust off those cowboy boots and polish those spurs, because we’re bringing the Wild West to life right here in Lake Wales! Round up your posse and mosey on down to Wales Pointe for a night of rootin’ tootin’ fun and festivities.”
- 7 p.m. to 1 a.m..
- Price: $50
SEMINOLE COUNTY
New Years 80′s Retro Dance Party
- “Ring in 2024 in Style! Winter Park’s Premier New Year’s Eve Party. Ring in 2024 James Bond Style. . Dress up in your best 80′ attire and rock that mullet and big hair. Dance off and best costume contest. Champagne toast at midnight!”
- Starts at 9 p.m.
New Years Eve at the Zoo: Asian Lantern Festival
- “The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will host limited time slots to enjoy Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild.”
- 5:30-8:30 p.m.
- Price: $22.99 (Tickets must be purchased in advance online.)
SUMTER COUNTY
- “2024 New Year Party Fireworks Show at The Wildwood Community Center. Food trucks, music, family fun. Drinks for purchase for ages 21+, vendors, and more!”
- Dec. 29 from 6-9 p.m.
VOLUSIA COUNTY
- “The biggest block party in Daytona Beach will ring in the New Year on Main Street! The A1A to Peninsula, section of Main Street will be closed to traffic and become pedestrian only.”
- 6 p.m. until 2 a.m.
- Price: Free
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