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Universal Orlando is planning a plethora of events across the Resort. Here is a rundown of what you can you expect:

Universal Orlando Theme Parks

Universal Orlando is pulling out all the stops this New Year's Eve to provide guests with an unforgettable experience. The in-park celebrations will take place in Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, offering guests unparalleled theme park thrills and exciting entertainment. With popular attractions across both parks, guests can revel in festive décor, dance along to music by a live DJ, and enjoy special appearances by beloved characters.

As the clock approaches midnight, guests can join a special countdown culminating with colourful confetti blasts and other celebratory elements. The atmosphere will be electric, and guests will feel the excitement and anticipation building as they count down to the new year.

Access to the festivities is included in theme park admission, and the celebrations will take place at Universal Studios Florida's Music Plaza area and Universal Islands of Adventure's Port of Entry area. Both theme parks will remain open until 1 am, giving guests plenty of time to enjoy all the festivities.

Guests can also enjoy Universal Orlando's Holidays celebration during their New Year's Eve visit. This includes Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal's Holiday Parade featuring Macy's, and more. With so much to see and do, this New Year's Eve promises to be an unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Universal City Walk

Universal CityWalk is gearing up to host a spectacular countdown celebration that will mesmerise you as the New Year approaches. Get ready to be showered with tons of confetti as you join the massive crowd ringing in the New Year. The electrifying entertainment complex will also feature additional festive entertainment, including the live performance of a band and a DJ, to keep you entertained throughout the night.

For those who want to indulge in a special New Year's Eve meal, head to Bigfire, one of Universal CityWalk's original concept restaurants, which will serve a delectable special menu from midnight to 1:30 am. You must make reservations online to make sure you get all the festivities.

This New Year's Eve celebration promises to be a night to remember, so join in the excitement and start the New Year with a bang!

Universal Orlando Resorts

For those seeking to elevate their celebrations to the next level, Universal Orlando's hotels offer a range of delightful experiences. You can ring in the New Year in style with a rooftop party at Universal's Aventura Hotel or join the Party on the Piazza at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, both offering indulgent food and drinks, a lively DJ, a thrilling countdown to midnight, and much more! If you're looking for a truly rockin' experience, Hard Rock Hotel is the place to be with their own ROCK-in 2024 celebration. Expect to be dazzled by the mesmerising performances of balloon artists, roaming magicians, and a fantastic DJ. And when the clock strikes midnight, get ready for a magical balloon drop and toast to a new year with champagne!

Aventura's New Year's Eve Celebration

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 8 pm–1 am
Price:

• Standing Room: $175 (tax and ticketing fees not included). Enjoy the celebration beginning at 8 pm. Includes food, beer, wine, featured speciality cocktails until 10 pm (cash bar from 10 pm – 1 am), a DJ, party favours, midnight prosecco toast, and self-parking.
• VIP Package - $1,350 (tax and ticketing fees not included) Includes all the benefits of a Standing Room ticket for up to six party members, PLUS couch seating and two bottles of champagne.Ages: Adults (ages 21+) only.

Menu:

• Beef Sliders | aged white cheddar, Applewood smoked bacon, Secret Sauce #17
• Fried Chicken Sliders | spicy cucumber slaw, FC Sauce
• Caprese Skewers | cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, balsamic reduction, basil chiffonade
• Marinated Chicken Satay | house-made chimichurri
• Braised Short Rib Bao | toasted pistachios, micro cilantro
• Crispy Pork Belly Bao | spicy onion salad, gochujang sauce
• Jackfruit Bao | Korean BBQ sauce, toasted pistachios, micro cilantro
• Chef's Selection of Assorted Cheeses and Desserts

Entertainment: DJ, Party favours
Note: The event is weather permitting and may be partially moved indoors.

New Year's Eve Party on the Piazza

Enjoy a family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration featuring gourmet foods, desserts, beer, wine*, a live DJ and dancing.
*Alcoholic beverages are served to adults (ages 21+) only.

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 8:30 pm–12:30 am
Price: $180 adult; $130* child (ages 10–20); $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and ticketing fees will apply)
Entertainment: DJ
Menu: New Year's Eve Menu

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menu in Mama Della's Ristorante

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 5:30 pm–11 pm
Price: $85 adult; $40* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and gratuity not included)
Notes: A special New Year's Eve meal will be offered. Regular menu items are available.
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New Year's Eve Acoustic Brunch- Hard Rock Hotel

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 7 am—2 pm
Price: $49 adult; $19* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and ticketing fees not included)
Menu: New Year's Eve Acoustic Brunch Menu
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ROCK-in 2024! New Year's Eve (date-specific and separately ticked event)

New Year's Eve Buffet in The Kitchen- Hard Rock Hotel

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 5 pm—11 pm
Price: $150 adult; $75* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and not included)
Entertainment: Includes admission to New Year's Eve Lobby Party.
Menu: New Year's Eve Buffet Menu

New Year's Eve Lobby Party- Hard Rock Hotel

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 6 pm–1 am
Price: $80 adult; $50* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and ticketing fees not included)
Entertainment: DJ, balloon artist, roaming magicians
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New Year's Day Acoustic Brunch- Hard Rock Hotel

Date: Monday, 1st January, 2024
Time: 7 am—2 pmPrice: $49 adult; $19* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and ticketing fees not included)
Entertainment: Live music
Menu: New Year's Day Acoustic Brunch Menu

New Year's Eve Party Spectacular in Bayliner Diner

This exclusive event is for guests staying at Cabana Bay Beach Resort only.

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 8 pm—12:30 am
Price: Complimentary to attend. Carving dining mainly available (beginning at 5 pm): $21.99 adult; $11.99* child (ages 3–9) (tax not included)
Entertainment: Live DJ, balloon twisters, face painters, party favours, midnight balloon drop

New Year's Eve Buffet in Islands Dining Room-Loews Royal Pacific Resort

Date: Sunday 31st December, 2023
Time: 5 pm—10 pm
Price: $90 adult; $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and gratuity not included). Adults (ages 21+) can add all-you-care-to-enjoy mimosa and Bloody Mary cocktails for just $21 more (tax and gratuity not included).
Entertainment: Musicians, hula dancers and balloon artists.
Menu: New Year's Eve Buffet Menu (Drink specials for adults (ages 21+) will be available for purchase).

New Year's Eve Celebration in Orchid Court Lounge & Sushi Bar-Loews Royal Pacific Resort

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 8 pm—12:30 am
Price: VIP: $600 for a group up to 8 people (gratuity included; tax not included; ticketing fees apply)
Entertainment: Live jazz music, origami artist, stilt walker, Balinese dancers and 360 photo booth
Notes: This New Year's Eve VIP experience will also include the following:

• Private VIP couch seating for up to eight people at your party
• One bottle of Champagne
• Edamame appetiser
• Classic roll platter that includes shrimp tempura, California, spicy tuna, sweet potato and Philadelphia rolls
• Assorted desserts tray
• New Year's Eve party favours
• Midnight champagne/sparkling cider toast
• Valet parking (not valid for overnight hotel guests)

New Year's Day Breakfast Buffet in Islands Dining Room-Loews Royal Pacific Resort

Date: Monday, 1st January, 2024
Time: 7 am-Noon
Price: $29* adult; $16* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and gratuity not included). Adults (ages 21+) can add all-you-care-to-enjoy mimosa and Bloody Mary cocktails for just $21 more (tax and gratuity not included).

New Year's Eve Buffet in Amatista Cookhouse- Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 5 pm—10 pm
Price: $90 adult; $45* child (ages 3–9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and gratuity not included). Adults (ages 21+) can add all-you-care-to-enjoy mimosa and Cubanita cocktails for just $21 more (tax and gratuity not included).
Entertainment: Check back for details
Menu: New Year's Eve Buffet Menu (Drink specials for adults (ages 21+) will be available for purchase).

New Year's Eve Celebration in Strong Water Tavern- Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 10 pm—2 am
Price: $140 adult (ages 21+ only) (tax and ticketing fees not included)
Entertainment: Live entertainment

New Year's Day Breakfast Buffet in Amatista Cookhouse- Loews Sapphire Falls Resort

Date: Monday, 1st January, 2024
Time: 7 am—11 am
Price: $29 adult; $16* child (ages 3 – 9); complimentary under age 3 (tax and gratuity not included). Adults (ages 21+) can add all-you-care-to-enjoy mimosa and Cubanita cocktails for just $21 more (tax and gratuity not included).

New Year's Eve Meal Special at Beach Break Cafe

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 5 pm—11 pm
Price: $19.50 adult; $10.50* child (ages 3–9) (tax not included)
Menu: Herb-encrusted New York strip loin served with red wine au jus, oven-roasted fingerling potatoes, asparagus and biscuit.

New Year's Eve Meal Special at Dockside's Pier 8 Market

Date: Sunday, 31st December 2023
Time: 5 pm—11 pm
Price: $19.50 adult; $10.50* child (ages 3–9) (*tax not included)
Menu: Herb-encrusted New York strip loin served with red wine au jus, oven-roasted fingerling potatoes, asparagus and biscuit.