As Orlando prepares to welcome 2026, the city’s dining and nightlife destinations are pulling out all the stops.
From high-energy parties on International Drive to elegant rooftop celebrations and family-friendly festivities in Lake Nona, there’s a perfect way for everyone to ring in the New Year.
Whether you’re looking for a five-course feast, a fireworks view, or a night filled with music and dancing, these top spots are where the countdown to 2026 truly comes alive.
- Live! At The Pointe Orlando
- NORMAN’S Orlando
- illume Rooftop Bar & Lounge at JW Marriott Bonnet Creek
- Boxi Park Lake Nona
- Canvas Lake Nona
- NYE Fireworks and Fizz at The Ritz-Carlton
- New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Grande Lakes
#1. Live! At The Pointe Orlando
Address: 9101 International Dr, Orlando Florida 32819 | Phone: (407) 506-0473
Pricing: $40 – $190
Ring in 2026 in true Orlando style at the biggest New Year’s Eve party at Live! at The Pointe. Enjoy all-inclusive food and drinks, high-energy DJs, and the excitement of the midnight ball drop. Move between Palm Tree Club, Sports and Social Orlando, Shark Bar, PBR Cowboy Bar, and Still Lounge by Dre and Snoop, all connected under one roof. Whether you want luxury vibes, dancing, or VIP bottle service, there is a package for you. Get your tickets now.
#2. NORMAN’S Orlando
Address: 7924 Via Dellagio Way, Dellagio Town Center, Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: (321) 754-1025
Reservations: OpenTable – New Year’s Eve Experience
Ring in 2026 at NORMAN’S Orlando, where Chef Norman Van Aken and his team present an elegant four-course prix fixe New Year’s Eve menu paired with all-you-care-to-enjoy Perrier-Jouët Champagne. The evening features refined dishes such as Heirloom Tomato Salad with spiced pine nuts, Lobster Bisque with butter-poached lobster, Miyazaki A5 Wagyu Ribeye with red wine bordelaise, and decadent desserts like the Chocolate and Peanut Butter Bar or Berries and Citrus Shortcake. Guests can elevate their experience with rare white or black truffle enhancements or a special 2016 Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque pour. Reservations are required for this unforgettable night of fine dining, warm hospitality, and celebration.
#3. illume | Bonenkai New Year’s Eve Celebration
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek | Wednesday, December 31 | 8:00 PM – 1:30 AM | $285++ per adult | Ages 21 and older
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Celebrate B?nenkai, Japan’s tradition of “forgetting the year,” with a rooftop party offering 180-degree fireworks views and live entertainment overlooking the Orlando skyline. Guests can enjoy an Oyster & Sushi Display, an A5 Wagyu Robata Station, a Bluefin Tuna Service, and access to the VIP Dessert Lounge featuring a Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream Bar and a Dochi Mochi Donuts action station.
Highlights include party accessories, a New Year’s Ice Luge cocktail, Suntory Satellite Bar, DJ&Electric Violinist, 3D LED Dance Floor, 360 Photo Booth, and complimentary valet parking.
Menu Highlights: Crispy Garden Roll, Sticky Ribs, A5 Wagyu Robata Station, and Chocolate & Hazelnut Meringue Cake.
#4. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Boxi Park with Family Fun and 21+ Festivities
Address: 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827 | Phone: (407) 536-9666
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Boxi Park Lake Nona with festivities for every crowd. Families can enjoy live music, lawn games, and a kid-friendly countdown during the Family New Year’s Eve Party from 4 to 8 PM. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Later, the celebration continues with the 21+ New Year’s Eve Party from 9 PM to 1 AM, featuring DJs, cocktails, and a midnight toast. Tickets are $40 in advance, $55 at the door, or $155 VIP. Both events offer great food, music, and the perfect way to welcome 2026 in Lake Nona.
#5. New Year’s Eve & Day Dining at Canvas Restaurant, Lake Nona
Address: 13615 Sachs Avenue, Orlando, FL 32827 | Phone: 407-313-7800
Celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day at Canvas Restaurant & Market in Lake Nona. Enjoy special dinner features available December 31 and January 1, including Crab Bisque, Beef Carpaccio, Chili-Rubbed Ribeye, and Oven-Roasted Grouper. With its lakeside views and warm, inviting atmosphere, Canvas is the perfect place to welcome 2026 in style, whether you’re celebrating with friends or sharing a quiet meal.
Reservations are highly recommended. Book your table here
Wherever you celebrate, Orlando delivers unforgettable moments, incredible food, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass. As the clock strikes midnight, toast to new beginnings surrounded by great company, vibrant energy, and the city’s unmatched hospitality. Here’s to a bright, flavorful, and memorable start to 2026.
