If you want an out of this world New Year's Eve party in Orlando, look no further than Universal. While there are no planned parties in the parks, Universal Studios | Orlando will be open late on December 31st, allowing patrons to play in the theme park until 2:30AM.
This year, you can find the Universal's NYE blow out party at Universal Citywalk. The celebration is called EVE at Universal CityWalk and is noted for its popularity with celebrities. This ticketed event will boast the biggest outdoor dance floor in Orlando, offers unlimited high-end food (which includes prime rib, tenderloin, jumbo shrimp, and fancy desserts), live DJ's and dancers, a midnight champagne toast, and a pyrotechnics display. The ticket holders must be at least 21 years old and tickets will grant you entry into six CityWalk clubs. General admission tickets range from $110-$140, but Universal annual pass holders get a 10% discount. VIP will cost between $185 and $225 (pass holder discount can also be applied), but this ticket gets you access to a private VIP entrance and special areas, a speciality menu, and two complimentary drinks. After that (or if you have a general admission ticket) beverages will cost you between $4 and $9.
Universal Studios Hosts Annual New Year's Eve Party In Orlando
For a family-friendly New Year's Eve party in Orlando, you can ring in a new year at the Hard Rock Live Orlando 's ROCK 'TIL THE DROP with Epic Evolve: The Decades Show celebration. Tickets to will run $50 for a child, $100 for an adult, and $200 for the 21 & up VIP option. The party includes food, live music in Orlando, and an evening of dancing.
The Universal resorts will also host New Year's Eve fun. Family-friendly NYE parties can be found at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando (includes food samples, a DJ, party favors and activities for the kiddies), the Hard Rock Hotel (featuring Universal Orlando characters, the Magic Men, a balloon drop, confetti cannons, movies and a DJ), and Royal Pacific (expect balloon twisters, complimentary desserts, a dance party and other festivities). You'll find an adult party at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando with a celebration of the Caribbean (music, dance, a balloon drop, and a champagne toast). The hotels will also be home to holiday feasts. Find NYE buffets at the Portofino, Royal Pacific, and Cabana Bay Beach Resort.
With so many New Year's Eve offerings, Universal fans should have no problem finding a perfect place to ring in 2019 but remember to buy tickets and book reservations early.
Find even more NYE fun with our New Year's Eve Orlando Guide.
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