Ringing in a New Year is fun, but ringing in a New Year in Disney World is even better, right?
New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Magic Kingdom
Well, if you’re making plans to visit Disney World for New Year’s Eve, you may be wondering what all you can see, do, and eat during that special evening. Well, we’re going to outline some New Year’s activities throughout the resort, so you’ll be able to ring in 2026 in the most magical way possible.
Theme Parks
You can celebrate New Year’s Eve in both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT with special fireworks shows. In Magic Kingdom, the Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks are shown at both 7:30PM and 11:50PM, which then leads into a countdown to the New Year. In EPCOT, the Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration Countdown Fireworks starts a few minutes before midnight with the grand finale kicking off right as the clock strikes 12! You’ll also find dance parties throughout the park.
New Year’s Eve at EPCOT
In Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll find live entertainment anda DJ during the evening, around with special character experiences. At 11:57 PM, there are New Year Countdown Fireworks.
Special Events at Disney World Hotels
You’ll also find some special events at Disney World Hotels, including a special evening at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Other hotels generally plan activities, too, so you’ll want to keep an eye out for signage and details about those events.
Fireworks deck at California Grill
If in doubt, ask a Cast Member at your hotel about what’s going on during New Year’s Eve.
Disney Springs
Several restaurants in Disney Springs also have special New Year’s Eve events that you might want to be a part of. Raglan Road celebrates New Year’s Eve twice, in Florida’s Eastern Standard Time and Ireland’s Time Zone. How fun is that? Twice the party, twice the fun.
Raglan Road
Other restaurants will also have special menus for the evening, as well as their own celebratory events.
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