Enjoying an extravagant New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank.
There are plenty of ways to usher in a new year with celebrations that are either free or budget-friendly.
And what’s better than greeting 2025 with free fireworks or a Champagne toast?
We’ve put together a list of free and cheap New Year’s Eve events in Orlando. Now you can ring in 2025 with a little extra cash in your pocket – hopefully a sign of the good luck and fortune that awaits in the new year!
Ring in the New Year at ICON Park.
Before you go: check the dress code. Outdoor events are usually casual while ticketed events require specific attire.
PARTY RESPONSIBLY: Free Tow to Go Program
If you party too hard, the free Tow to Go program from AAA offers complimentary tows on NYE (based on availability and workload). To request a ride, call 855-2-TOW-2-GO or 855-286-9246.
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FREE NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS IN ORLANDO 2024/2025
ICON Park New Year’s Eve
Tuesday, Dec. 31
DETAILS TBD
Old Town’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
Tuesday, Dec. 31 starting at 10 a.m.
Old Town, Kissimmee
FREE to stroll through the Old Town entertainment district for an all-day, family-friendly festivity including live music, entertainment, and a car show. Kick off 2024 with a FREE fireworks finale at midnight.
Avalon Park New Year’s Celebration
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 6pm – midnight
Downtown Avalon
FREE outdoor party with fireworks over the lake at midnight. Check out the local restaurants while you are nearby with specials all night long for NYE!
8th Annual Rockin’ the Cloud 2024
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Pennsylvania Avenue, downtown St. Cloud
Details TBD
Mount Dora New Year’s Eve Celebration
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Sunset Park, Mount Dora
FREE live music, food & beverages, and fireworks over Lake Dora at midnight.
CHEAP NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS IN ORLANDO
New Year’s Eve at Boxi Park
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Boxi Park, Lake Nona
$35 admission in advance ($50 at the door, if available) includes live entertainment, Champagne toast, party favors, photo ops, and more.
Thornton Park NYE Street Party
Tuesday, Dec. 31, 8:30 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Thornton Park District
General admission is $25 to this block party with 6 different venues, 3 stages, and more. The event is for ages 21+.
Rocking New Year 1999
Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m.
Promenade at Sunset Walk, Kissimmee
$19.99 admission to this outdoor, all-ages event. Kids 3 and under are free. Party like it’s 1999 with DJs, a tribute to Prince, laser light shows, LED street performers and musicians, party favors, and fireworks at midnight.
New Year’s Eve Improv Shows
Tuesday, Dec. 31 at 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., and 10 p.m.
Sak Comedy Lab, Orlando
$20 – 28 for a show by Sak’s comedy all-stars. The 10 p.m. show includes an after party with a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight.
Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Aloma Bowl, Winter Park
$150 for one lane and up to 6 people. Kick off 2025 with a little friendly competition. Your lane rental includes unlimited bowling plus shoe rental, party favors and gieaways, food and drink specials, and a Champagne toast at midnight for guests 21+.
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