Orlando ranked No. 1 New Year’s Eve city in the US: Things to do to celebrate 2024 in Central Florida

Where to celebrate New Year's Eve in Orlando

Need New Year's Eve plans? Orlando Date Night Guide's Dani Meyering joins FOX 35 to break down some of the major New Year's Eve parties and festivals all across Orlando -- and how much they'll cost.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Good news, Orlando!

If you're looking to ring in 2024 in the best way possible, you won't have to go far. A new study from WalletHub ranked The City Beautiful as the No. 1 spot to celebrate New Year's Eve. It had the highest food and entertainment ranking, and isn't considered one of the more expensive cities to celebrate, either.

"Orlando, FL is the best city for ringing in the new year - and it’s also one of the most frequently visited during the holiday," WalletHub said in its report. "Whether you want to experience the holiday at a breathtaking destination like Disney World or just at a house or hotel, Orlando has you covered. The city ranks first when it comes to nightlife options and affordable restaurants rated 4.5+ stars, so you can enjoy some fun and a good meal before 2024 arrives."

There's also no shortage of fireworks in the area.

"Of course, you can’t talk about New Year’s Eve without mentioning fireworks. Orlando has some of the longest fireworks displays in the country, and consumer fireworks are legal, so people can set up their own shows," the report said.

Orlando ranked No. 1 for New Years

WalletHub has ranked Orlando as the number 1 place to ring in the New Year

Here's a look at a few places around town you can celebrate New Year's Eve 2024:

Old Town New Year's Eve Celebration, Kissimmee

When: 1 p.m. Sunday

Concert: Starts at 7 p.m.

What to expect: Family friendly, music, car show, fireworks

Cost: Free

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ICON Park, Orlando

When: 8 p.m. Sunday to 1 a.m. Saturday

Cost: Free

What to expect: Light show, live DJ, specialty drinks

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Orlando's ICON Park gears up for New Year's

FOX 35's David Martin is coming to you live from ICON Park ahead of the big New Year's Eve celebration. Here's some of what you can expect on the big day!

Asian Lantern Festival at Central Florida Zoo, Sanford

When: 5:30 p.m. Sunday

Cost: About $20/person

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Asian Lantern Festival lights up Central Florida Zoo

The Asian Lantern Festival is back at the Central Florida Zoo this year! Behind the scenes, designers go the extra mile to create a new experience, making sure visitors get a fresh and dazzling display of lanterns and lights. There are over 60 different installations and artworks that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy.