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The Top 10 Things To Do in Orlando this Week, Dec. 29, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026

  • Writer: Emma Walton
    Emma Walton
  • Dec 29, 2025
  • 4 min read
Welcome to a new week in Orlando, and to make sure you don't miss anything, we've selected the best event and things to do throughout the week ahead in the city.

The Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week

It's a brand new week, and you better hold on tight, because we have an entire week of awesome events and things to do throughout Orlando, including some awesome concerts, sporting events, community events, farmers markets, car shows, theme park events, and so much more!


With so much to do, and to help you decide what to do, Gotta Go Orlando has your back, we've selected our Top 10 choice of things to do in the city this week.


Whether you're in the mood for, check out our list and save the date for a great week in Orlando!



Top 10 Things To Do In Orlando This Week, Dec. 29, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2026

WWE Monday Night Raw

December 29

Get ready for an unforgettable night as WWE returns to Orlando with high-energy matchups and thrilling action you won’t want to miss. See your favorite WWE Superstars: World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, Gunther, Jey Uso, Becky Lynch, The New Day, Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer, and many more!


We have selected some of the amazing events and things to do on New Year's Eve in Orlando. Check out our complete 2025 Guide to celebrating New Year's Eve in Orlando.


Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

December 31

This New Year's Eve, come to the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium! No. 13 Texas and No. 18 Michigan will square off in the 2025 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.


New Year's Eve 2026 Celebrations at Orlando's Theme Parks

December 31

As we countdown the final days to the biggest party night of the year, there is nowhere better to celebrate New Year's Eve than Orlando and especially the theme parks where visitors from throughout the world will join together with locals and party like its 2026 with DJ Dance Parties, and Spectacular Fireworks Shows. New Year’s Eve is an exciting time to be in Orlando's Theme Parks, yes, the parks are going to be crazy busy, but there is something truly amazing about celebrating NYE in the parks, and we've got you covered with the biggest and best things do do in the theme parks.


Sunset Walk’s Rocking New Year 2026

December 31

Head to Kissimmeee for the FREE Sunset Walk’s Rocking New Year 2026, Central Florida’s most immersive, nonstop street party featuring live music, amazing restaurants, experiences, and our midnight fireworks spectacular! Co-starring Pandora’s Box: The Tribute to Aerosmith and Project: DJ Slam! Hosted by Scotty B and featuring very special guest DJ Flatline. PLUS: LED street performers, confetti storm, laser light shows, flame & special FX, and more!


Thornton Park New Year's Eve Block Party

December 31

Ring in the New Year with the best people at Orlando’s most fun New Year’s Eve bash: the Thornton Park New Year’s Eve Street Party! Hosted by your favorite local bars, the Thornton Park NYE Street Party features deejays spinning all night long, cocktails, food vendors, dancing and Orlando's Orange Ball Drop at midnight!


St Cloud's Rockin’ the Cloud

December 31

St. Cloud’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration returns. Rockin’ the Cloud takes place December 31, from 7 pm - 1 am. in Historic Downtown St. Cloud. This years event features headliner Less Than Jake on the main Stage. Enjoy free general admission and ring in 2026 with the Cloud Drop at midnight! You don't want to miss it.


New Year's Eve at Old Town

December 31

End 2025 with a bang at a New Year's Eve Celebration presented by Old Town and Fun Spot. Bring the family for Live Music and Entertainment featuring the band DRAW 4, SASS. At midnight, watch the night sky illuminate with a fantastic drone show closing out 2025 and ringing in the new year. The New Year's Eve Celebration features free admission for all ages.


Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

January 2 - 4

The Greatest Show On Earth is back at Tampa's Benchmark International Arena with a high-energy, music-driven experience with bold circus performances, unforgettable characters, and a nonstop party vibe.


The Sleeping Beauty

January 2

Experience The Sleeping Beauty, a timeless fairytale told through breathtaking choreography, Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, and a truly magical stage design at Dr Phillips Center's Steinmetz Hall. Follow the journey of Princess Aurora – from her christening and the wicked curse of Carabosse to a century-long slumber and her awakening by true love’s kiss. Every detail of this production is designed to enchant. at Dr Phillips Center.


Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert

January 3

Welcome 2026 at Dr Phillips Center with a festive, European-inspired New Year's celebration, modelled after the world-famous New Year's Concert in Vienna. With timeless music, dazzling costumes, breathtaking dance and stunning floral designs, Salute to Vienna is a memorable New Year’s celebration full of old-world charm.


For our complete guide to everything happening in Orlando this month, check out The Best Things To Do In Orlando This Month.


Before attending any of the events listed on Gotta Go Orlando, you should contact the organizer or venue to confirm that the event is taking place as information, changes, and cancellations can and do occur.


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