30 can’t-miss New Year’s parties around Greater Orlando

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We can’t believe it either, but 2017 is just around the corner. Greater Orlando has many options for celebrating the new year in style, including these standouts—ranging from all-ages fun for the whole family to parties that will have Mom and Dad hiring a sitter.

Church Street New Year’s Eve Party: Perfect for parents who are celebrating without kids, this event includes several participating bars and fireworks. Downtown Orlando, (407) 649-4270

Countdown to Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party: Legoland Florida is throwing a true New Year’s “block” party for kids and parents alike. Winter Haven, (877) 350-5346

Disney Countdown to Midnight: Celebrate at the California Grill atop the Contemporary Resort with food, live music, libations and a sky-high view. Walt Disney World, (407) 939-5277

DRIP’s New Year’s Eve Experience: DRIP’s paint parties are unique in their own right, and even more so when they welcome a new year. International Drive, (347) 855-3747

Epcot New Year’s Celebration: Party around the World Pavilion with live DJs and two showings of the Illuminations fireworks display. Walt Disney World, (407) 824-4321

EVE at Universal CityWalk: This event will include live performances, a gourmet buffet, a champagne toast and six party zones. Universal Orlando, (407) 224-4233

ICEBAR Orlando New Year’s Masquerade Ball: Reserved seating and open-bar packages are available at this adults-only event. International Drive, (407) 426-7555

I-Drive 360’s New Year’s Eve Block Party Celebration: Featuring a live DJ, fireworks and a light show, plus special Florida-resident discounts. International Drive, (407) 601-7907

James Bond New Year’s Eve Party: Guests 21 and up are invited to channel their inner James Bond or Bond Girl at the Enzian Theater’s annual bash. Maitland, (407) 629-0054

New Year’s Eve at The Abbey: Complimentary champagne will be served all night, and the iconic ball drop will be televised on a giant screen. Downtown Orlando, (407) 704-6103

New Year’s Eve at B.B. King’s Blues Club: Various dinner packages can be had at this blues-powered musical welcome to 2017. Pointe Orlando, (407) 370-4550

New Year’s Eve at Capa: This Four Seasons restaurant is offering two different prix-fixe meals, plus a rooftop view of Disney’s fireworks and an after-party. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 313-7777

New Year’s at The Chef’s Table at the Edgewater: This award-winning eatery celebrates with a four-course tasting menu and champagne. Winter Garden, (407) 230-4837

New Year’s at Funky Monkey Bistro & Bar: Get funky with live performances and an all-you-can-eat, prix-fixe menu. Pointe Orlando, (407) 418-9463

New Year’s Eve at Wall Street Plaza: Celebrate in the heart of downtown at one of the city’s biggest and best New Year’s block parties. Downtown Orlando, (407) 849-0471

New Year’s Eve Bash: Balls will roll instead of drop at Boardwalk Bowl’s annual celebration, which includes various packages and price points. Union Park, (407) 384-0003

New Year’s Eve Chef’s Dinner: The Osprey Tavern rolls out a five-course meal and champagne toast, plus live entertainment. Baldwin Park, (407) 960-7700

New Year’s Eve Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks: Magic Kingdom guests can ring in 2017 with some of Disney’s best fireworks of the year. Walt Disney World, (407) 939-3463

New Year’s Eve Gala at the Alfond Inn: Experience live music, an open bar, chef-attended dining stations, and more at this Rollins College-operated hotel. Winter Park, (407) 998-8090

New Year’s Eve Gala at Bull & Bear: Guests and visitors to the Waldorf Astoria Orlando can dine on a prix-fixe menu and bottomless champagne. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 597-5500

New Year’s Eve: Mead, Meat & Mayhem: Get your geek on with Cloak & Blaster’s Viking-themed party, including spiced mead and mulled wine. Waterford Lakes, (407) 674-7435

New Year’s Eve Party on the Piazza: Countdown under the Harbor Piazza’s twinkling lights at Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay. Universal Studios, (407) 503-1000

New Year’s Eve with Tom Segura: Offering an optional dinner package, the Orlando Improv will welcome 2017 with comedian Tom Segura. Pointe Orlando, (407) 480-5233

NYE at Caribe Royale: This resort is offering New Year’s eats at Tropicale and The Venetian Room, plus dancing, live music and a champagne toast. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 238-8000

NYE at Deep Blu Seafood Grille: A five-course, prix-fixe dinner awaits revelers, and the party continues at Wyndham Grand Orlando’s adjacent Bar 1521. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 390-2300

Rocco’s Tacos and Tequila Bar New Year’s Eve Festivities: Welcome 2017 with music, drink specials, food and no cover charge. Dr. Phillips, (407) 226-0550

Rock ‘Til the Drop 2017 New Year’s Eve Party: Featuring live music, food, dancing and fun for the whole family (all ages welcome) at Hard Rock Live. Universal Orlando, (407) 351-5483

Sam & Bubbe’s Bar New Year’s Eve Party: Rosen Centre’s event includes Times Square coverage and a complimentary champagne toast. International Drive, (866) 996-9939

Taverna Opa Goes Live New Year’s Eve Celebration: Attendees can enjoy performances plus a five-course meal, open bar and champagne toast. Pointe Orlando, (407) 351-8660

Zeta Bar Bubble Lounge: Hilton Bonnet Creek’s Zeta Bar & Sushi Lounge becomes the Bubble Lounge, plus fireworks and restaurant specials. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 597-3600