Universal Orlando Resort is ushering in the New Year with live entertainment, including DJ sets, themed activities, character appearances and more.
Guests can also take advantage of New Year’s celebrations at Universal Orlando’s 11 hotels.
“The excitement will span the entire destination, with extended park hours and unforgettable festivities across Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Epic Universe, as well as glittering celebrations in Universal CityWalk and at Universal Orlando’s hotels to ring in 2026,” Universal Orlando Resort said.
At Universal Studios Florida, the New Year’s Eve celebrations begin at 6:15 p.m. with a live DJ set at the Music Plaza Stage, roaming stilt walkers and select floats from this year’s Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s stationed for photo opportunities throughout the park,” Universal Orlando said.
Celebrations at Universal Islands of Adventure also launch at 6:15 p.m., starting with a live DJ set, followed by more music and other entertainment, and meet and greets with characters.
“To ring in the New Year, guests can cap off the evening with a midnight countdown celebration, with dedicated viewing areas in Port of Entry, Seuss Landing and Toon Lagoon, Universal Orlando said.
Universal Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s newest theme park, will offer DJ entertainment at Hemisphere Stage in Celestial Park and a midnight countdown celebration with a “special fountain show that will span the expansive waterways of Celestial Park,” Universal Orlando said.
In addition to New Year’s celebrations, guests can also take advantage of Universal Orlando’s holiday celebrations through Jan. 4.
“Guests can revel in the holiday spirit with popular seasonal experiences like Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, and Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s; indulge in a variety of festively-themed food and beverages, and shop for holiday merchandise at this year’s Holidays Tribute Store,” Universal Orlando said.
For its part, Universal CityWalk will feature live music, DJ sets at Waterfront Stage and the Green and Red Coconut Club and more.
“Guests may also encounter stilt walkers and other entertainment throughout the evening, and can ring in 2026 with an exciting midnight countdown celebration throughout the entertainment complex,” Universal Orlando said.
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