ORLANDO, Fla. – The clock is ticking on 2025, and with it comes the promise of dazzling New Year’s Eve celebrations at Florida’s world-renowned theme parks.
If you’re already dreaming of confetti and fireworks, you’re in luck. Parks are pulling out all the stops with live entertainment, DJs, festive food, and spectacular displays to ring in 2026.
Here’s a breakdown of how to celebrate at some of the Sunshine State’s most popular destinations.
Magic Kingdom
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Magic Kingdom will illuminate the night sky with its “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks spectacular on both December 30 and December 31. Guests can catch two performances each night, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. and 11:50 p.m.
EPCOT
At EPCOT, the World Showcase will come alive with DJ dance parties. As midnight approaches, don’t miss “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” at the World Showcase Lagoon, beginning at 11:54 p.m.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Hollywood Studios will host a New Year’s Eve countdown show at 11:57 p.m., featuring a vibrant display of projections, lasers, and fireworks.
Universal Studios Florida
Universal Studios Florida is extending the fun with park hours until 1 a.m. The celebration kicks off at 6:15 p.m. with a live DJ at the Music Plaza Stage, accompanied by roaming stilt walkers and photo opportunities with holiday parade floats. Guests can also enjoy a showing of CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular at 10 p.m., followed by a midnight countdown at the Music Plaza Stage.
Islands of Adventure
Over at Islands of Adventure, a live DJ will set the mood at Port Entry, while character meet-and-greets will take place throughout the park. A midnight countdown celebration will be held at viewing areas in Port of Entry, Seuss Landing, and Toon Lagoon.
Epic Universe
The highly anticipated Epic Universe will join the festivities with live entertainment in Celestial Park and a special fountain show accompanying a midnight countdown celebration.
Universal CityWalk
The party continues at Universal CityWalk, offering live music, DJs, specialty food and drinks at select venues, and a midnight countdown celebration.
SeaWorld
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration continues through January 5, 2026, but the park will also offer special New Year’s Eve festivities on December 31. SeaWorld will be open for extended hours, culminating in a fireworks display at midnight to kick off 2026.
Sesame Street Land will host a special countdown featuring Count von Count and a DJ. Throughout the night, DJ Dance Party zones will be set up around the park, and champagne pop-up bars will offer a chance to toast the new year.
Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town, running through January 5, 2026, will get a New Year’s Eve addition on December 31. The park will count down to 2026 with a special Holiday Skies Spectacular drone show and fireworks finale.
LEGOLAND Winter Haven
LEGOLAND Winter Haven will host family-friendly New Year’s Eve festivities, including a DJ Dance Party, special shows, character meet-and-greets, and interactive activities. The event will also feature an early countdown to “midnight” and a fireworks display with colorful Lego bricks.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Area Attractions
Fun Spot plans to host “huge” New Year’s Eve shows at both its Orlando and Kissimmee locations. The Orlando park will ring in the new year with a signature fireworks show just before midnight. Fun Spot’s Kissimmee park will host its first-ever New Year’s Eve drone show, set to begin just before midnight.
ICON Park on International Drive will also have several activities for NYE, including a party on The Lawn in front of the Orlando Eye, with live DJs and specialty drinks. Restaurants and venues across ICON Park, including The Winery & Tasting Room by Brewlando, Helena Modern Riviera, Brother Jimmy’s, Tin Roof Orlando, and Ole Red, will also host their own New Year’s Eve celebrations.
