Orlando is a magical place year-round, but it truly shines during the holiday season. If you’re looking for family-friendly ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve without spending a lot, you’re in luck. From fireworks to Noon Year’s celebrations, Orlando offers plenty of free and affordable events for families to ring in the New Year together.
Want to see all the options for ringing in the new year in Central Florida? See all the best New Year’s Eve events here.
Here’s a roundup of New Year’s celebrations that are specifically for kids and families.
Happy Noon Year at OCLS South Creek
South Creek Branch Library
December 26, 11:30 a.m.
Free event
- Celebrate the new year with fun games and a countdown at noon This event is for children aged 3 to 5.
- Space is limited, and admission is first come, first served.
Happy Noon Year at OCLS Fairview Shores
Fairview Shores Branch Library
December 30, 11:30 a.m.
Free event
- Make some noise and ring in the noon year with your little ones. OCLS offers fun and games with an exciting countdown at noon. Recommended for families.
New Year’s Eve Family-Friendly Skate
Astro Skate Family Fun Center in Orlando
December 31, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
- Family-friendly activities and skating with music and games.
- Parents skate free with kids’ admission.
Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party
UNO Pizzeria & Grill, Winter Garden
December 31, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
- Enjoy a ginger ale toast and new year party swag, plus balloon drops at 5 and 7 p.m.
- Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree.
Boardwalk Bowl’s New Year’s Eve Party
Boardwalk Bowl, Orlando
December 31, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
- Discounted bowling packages
- Photo backdrops, party favors, live DJ, balloon drop, and more
LEGOLAND Kids’ New Year’s Eve Celebration & Fireworks
LEGOLAND
December 26 through 31
Event included in admission price
- Brick-bursting fireworks and awesome entertainment, all without missing bedtime.
Jazzberry Jammin’ Noon Year’s Eve
Crayola Experience
December 31, 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Event included in admission price
- DJ dance party from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. with DJ Sarah Masters.
- Mid-day countdowns at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. with a streamer launch to ring in the New Year.
- Character Appearances by Sunglow the crayon.
- Special crafts & coloring pages will be available all day on December 31 & January 1.
Boxti Park New Year’s Eve Family Event
Boxti Park, Lake Nona
December 31, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
$10 in advance; $15 at the door
- Live DJ, balloon artist, face painting, and a ball drop.
