As the year draws to a close, the vibrant city of Orlando comes alive with festivities, offering residents and visitors a multitude of ways to welcome the New Year without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for dazzling fireworks, live music, or family-friendly activities, Orlando has something for everyone. In this guide, we’ll explore a variety of FREE and affordable New Year’s Eve events that cater to different tastes and preferences.

New Year’s Eve at Disney Springs

10:00 am to 11:00 pm

Disney Springs, Buena Vista

You can walk around Disney Springs enjoying live entertainment and the Disney Springs Tree Walk for free! You don’t have to worry about entrance fees or parking fees – but you have to get there EARLY. The parking lot is full.

New Year’s Eve at Universal CityWalk

9:00 am until 11:00 pm

Universal Orlando City Walk

Technically, admission to Universal Orlando CityWalk isn’t even on New Year’s and #039; However, the parking fee is normal. Parking at CityWalk can be expensive, with a $30 per vehicle standard and a $50 surcharge. Winter

New Year’s party in the Old Town

Start at 1pm; concert at 7:00 pm

Old Town, Kissimmee

Stroll through the Old Town Entertainment District for a family-friendly celebration that includes live music, entertainment, a car show and free fireworks at midnight. Free entry

Asian Lantern Festival – New Year’s Eve

5:30 pm to  6:30 pm

Central Florida Zoo

The lantern festival will take place on Saturday Dec. 31, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with entry times at both 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m, 7:15 p.m.

New Year’s Eve and Mutant Mash

from 8pm-1am

Vault 5421

Go to the New Years Mutant Mash at VAULT 5421 with this exclusive ticket! Only 35 tickets are available for the event. Tickets include cosplay cage dance performances, your choice of 1 themed cocktail or mocktail, a fluffy toast at midnight, dark tunes and post-apocalyptic visuals, and door prizes throughout the evening!

Fee: 25 dollars

Thornton Park’s New Year’s Eve Block Party

8:30pm – 2:00am

Striba has six places to jump and three stages with a large stage at each end of the block party to keep the music going. General admission, open bar and V.I.P tickets are available. Main Entrance: Located at the Graffiti Junktion parking lot, VIP ENTRANCE: Located at the Porch

Fee: $15-$150

May the echoes of the countdown and the warmth of shared celebrations linger in our hearts as we embark on a new chapter filled with hope, possibilities, and the promise of more budget-friendly adventures in the vibrant city of Orlando. Happy New Year!