New Year’s Eve Is SOLD OUT at Disney World. Here’s Where You Can Go Instead.

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We’re only a few short days away from the last day of 2023 — New Year’s Eve. If you were hoping to celebrate at Disney World and didn’t grab a park reservation before they sold out, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are plenty of other ways to celebrate in the Orlando area. So, don’t you fret, Boba Fett (Ted Lasso reference, anyone?). Put on your glitter and dancing shoes and let’s get to planning New Year’s Eve in Orlando!

There are all sorts of activities for you to do in the Orlando area instead of going to a Disney Park. (Of course, you could always opt to still spend it in Disney World at Disney Springs or one of the hotels!) Let’s go!

Orange County

Cinderella Castle

Click Orlando shared a few things you can do in Orange County, where Orlando and Disney World are located.

10th Annual New Year’s Eve Gala at the Alfond Inn

Gala where you can experience “exceptional culinary masterpieces and experiences”
6:30PM to 1:30AM
$375+

NYE Celebration in Downtown Orlando

Celebration on Church Street, overlooking the city skyline
7:30PM to 2AM
Free with VIP options

New Year’s Eve Party by Winter Park Events: Casino Royale Party

Ring in 2024 in James Bond style!
8:30PM to 12:15AM
$185+

Light up I-Drive: NYE Edition

Hosted by ICON Park, you can gather on The Lawn to hear music from a live DJ and watch a light show on The Wheel just before midnight
Check out the special offers and events at Max Action Arena, Tin Roof, Tapa Toro, Ole Red, Museum of Illusions, and Brother Jimmy’s
Starts at 10AM and lasts “all night long”
Free

Osceola County

Magic Kingdom

The following is located in Osceola County, very close to Disney World.

New Year’s Eve at Old Town

Includes a car show, live music, entertainment, and free fireworks at midnight
Starts at 1PM
Free

What do you say? Will you be spending New Year’s Eve in Orlando? We’ll be sure to keep you updated with more Disney news, so make sure to follow along for more so that you’re always in the loop.

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