This year, many locations at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort are hosting special events that just might be the perfect way for you to ring in the New Year. Plus, enjoy outdoor live music and entertainment for the whole family throughout the Downtown Disney area!

Here are some of the things that are happening, but sadly there are no New Year’s Eve fireworks at Downtown Disney.

DisneyQuest

This interactive gaming location will host a special New Year’s Eve event December 31, beginning at 8 p.m., that will feature two DJ dance parties, a meal and beverage, access to all DisneyQuest attractions, meet-and-greets with Disney characters, and a New Year’s Eve countdown and confetti drop at midnight. Tickets cost $50 per person and are available online or by calling 407-934-7639. Day-of tickets can be purchased at DisneyQuest for $60.

Splitsville Luxury Lanes

This brand-new addition to Downtown Disney will host its first New Year’s Event Party, for ages 21 and up, on December 31, featuring great food and beverages, a DJ, dancing, pool tables and more. Special Bowling Packages cost $175 per person (minimum 4 people) and includes 3.5 hours of bowling and shoe rental, choice of one appetizer and one entrée per person, two drink tickets, one bottle of champagne or house wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Table Packages cost $100 per person and include a 3.5-hour table reservation, choice of one appetizer/entree per person, two drink tickets, one bottle of champagne or house wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information, email SocialDirectorsOrlando@SplitsvilleLanes.com or call 407-938-PINS.

Bongos Cuban Cafe

Head to Bongos for a New Year’s celebration that features a four-course dinner, champagne, party favors, live music and a midnight celebration. The party lasts from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. To reserve your table, contact GRodriguez@BongosCubanCafe.com.

Raglan Road

New Year’s fun begins at 6 p.m. with house band Creel and Irish dancing. In addition to great food, the pub will also offer complimentary champagne toasts at 7 p.m. and midnight.

House of Blues
The reggae band SOJA will take the stage at 9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Tickets cost $37-$40, and the concert is open to guests of all ages. Visit the House of Blues website for tickets.

La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil

All guests attending the December 31 performances will receive a limited-edition Walt Disney World Resort/Cirque trading pin. Shows are at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. For tickets, contact 407-WDW-SEAT.

Babycakes
Ring in your New Year’s resolutions with healthy treats from Babycakes NYC. Schedule your pick-up orders at least 48-hours in advance for December 30-January 1, 2013, and receive a 20% discount.

Planet Hollywood
Now through December 31, you can buy two merchandise items and get the third free. (No other Promotions or Discounts, vouchers apply. Discount not good on jackets. Free item is the lesser priced item).