The holiday season is in full swing and some of the biggest parties are saved for last. A plethora of New Year’s Eve offerings provides plenty of ways to welcome 2024, but making Santa’s nice list won’t guarantee a spot on the guest list as tickets and reservations are limited.
With options in abundance and time ticking down, the32789 has compiled a list of citywide soirées for a fitting sendoff to 2023.
• New Year’s Eve Casino Royale Party at Winter Park Events Center: Presented by Winter Park Events, the James Bond themed New Year’s Eve event will feature:
- Live band, DJ and saxophonist
- Two open bars featuring specialty drinks
- Red carpet entrance
- Hors d’oeuvres
- Midnight balloon drop and champagne toast
- Big screens simulcasting of the live ball drop broadcast from New York’s Times Square
- VIP ticket packages include exclusive event rooms and “casino” access (real money not used)
Five ticket packages are available. Black-tie is optional but appropriate attire is expected (no shorts, jeans, flip flops, etc.) Click here for additional information and ticket sales.
• 10th Annual New Year’s Eve Gala at the Alfond Inn: Winter Park’s award-winning boutique hotel is hosting its year-end tradition after unveiling new amenities and guest areas. Ticket packages including one-night guest room stays are available. The New Year’s Eve Gala will include:
- VIP Reception in the Conservatory
- Bourbon lounge (special ticketed area)
- Four-course dinner curated by Chef David Ellin at Park Avenue Ballroom
- Champagne toast at midnight
- Midnight in Paris desserts and aperitifs event at The Café
Cocktail attire is required. Additional information and ticket packages are available here.
• Soseki Modern Omakase New Years Eve Celebration: Celebrate the last days of 2023 with a special, curated menu of decadent treats. Available between Dec. 28 and 30 at $350 per person, the evening will include a champagne welcome and an unforgettable dining experience with award-winning beverage pairings, Petrossian caviar, and aromatic white truffles.
Soseki will also host a multi-course “Toil & Truffle” New Year’s Eve truffle dinner experience at $575 per person. Seatings begin at 5:30 p.m. and feature unique pairings and expertly prepared dishes. Visit sosekifl.com for tickets and reservations for all events.
• New Year’s Eve at Aloma Bowl: Ring in the new year with day and nighttime options that offer fun for everyone. Daytime specials run until 7 p.m. with $15 for 2 games, shoes, and a $5 game card. Beginning at 9 p.m., guests can reserve a lane for up to 6 guests for $150 or two lanes for up to 12 guests for $225. Enjoy a live DJ, party favors, giveaways all day and night, and a midnight champagne toast for guests 21 and over. Reservations are required for the nighttime party, call 407-671-8675 or visit alomabowlingcenters.com.
• Babylon Circus New Year’s Eve Party at Ava MediterrAgean: A splendid soirée under the grand canopy of the Babylon Circus will welcome the New Year in this themed, prix fixe menu event that features a DJ and costumed hosts. First seating is from 5-7 p.m. at $95 per person, final seating is from 9-10:30 p.m. at $175 per person. Online reservations are available on the restaurant website or call 407-794-9896.
• Masquerade 2024 at Morse Code Lounge: Guests can indulge in an array of culinary delights, from tantalizing hors d’oeuvres to sumptuous entrees and decadent desserts. Sip on the renowned Champagne Voirin Jumel, an exquisite champagne offers a perfect blend of finesse and flavor, with delicate bubbles and a luxurious, well-balanced taste. For tickets, visit the Morse Code events page.
• New Years Eve at The Courtesy: Guests will be surrounded by holiday décor while sampling the special Miracle on Orange cocktail menu and individual cheese & charcuterie boards, plus additional snacks by Swine & Sons. Additional offerings include:
- Dedicated seating
- DJ Nigel mixing up music for the evening
- Countdown & champagne toast
- Optional holiday cookies & nog add on
Seating is limited to 55 guests and tickets are $75 each with a maximum of four tickets per reservation. Visit the thecourtesybar.com for event information and ticket sales.