Aventura's Rooftop New Year's Eve Celebration

Celebrate New Year's Eve with us above it all at Bar 17 Bistro - our rooftop bar located on the 17th floor at Universal Aventura Hotel. Along with spectacular views, you'll enjoy a menu of bold Korean-inspired bites, as well as some familiar favorites. Sip on beer*, wine* and specialty cocktails* during the open bar* from 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM, then keep the party going with a cash bar* until 1:00 AM. A live DJ will be spinning high-energy tunes, party favors will be handed out, and we'll raise a glass of prosecco* at midnight to welcome 2026 with a bang!

Ages: Adults (ages 21+) only

MENU

Featured all-you-care-to-enjoy menu items include:

CHEF-ATTENDED CARVING STATION

• Bulgogi Marinated Sirloin | Thinly-sliced, grilled-to-order, served with scallion salad, ssamjang and lettuce wraps.
• Gochujang-Glazed Pork Belly | Slow-roasted and torched for a caramelized finish.
• Creamy Okinawa Potatoes

HOT BITES STATION

• Korean Fried Chicken Bites | Crispy boneless chicken with soy-garlic and gochujang glaze, topped with scallion and sesame.
• Japchae Noodle Cups | Sweet potato glass noodles with stir-fried vegetables, served in mini bowls. Vegan
• Kimchi Mac & Cheese | Creamy cheddar mac with a subtle kimchi kick, served in individual ramekins.
• Bokkeumbap | Rice, kimchi, carrot, zucchini, red pepper, beef, mushroom, green onion.

COLD DISPLAY STATION

• Chilled Cucumber & Seaweed Salad | Light and tangy with toasted sesame dressing.
• Banchan Tasting Trio | Kimchi, pickled daikon and marinated mushrooms, served in tasting spoons or jars.
• Gochujang Deviled Eggs | Creamy deviled eggs with Korean chili flake and scallion garnish.
• Shrimp Cocktail | Pico de gallo, clam broth, cilantro.
• Crab Claws | Cocktail sauce.
• Grouper Ceviche | Avocado, lime juice, onion, jalapeño.

MANDU (KOREAN DUMPLINGS) STATION

• Steamed Beef & Veggie Mandu
• Kimchi Tofu Mandu | Served with sesame soy sauce, gochujang drizzle, chili crunch. Vegan

BREADS & SPREADS

• Korean Milk Buns & Sesame Crisps
• Doenjang Whipped Butter
• Gochujang-Honey Cream Cheese

DESSERT BAR | KOREAN-INSPIRED SWEETS

• Black Sesame Panna Cotta | Served in shot glasses with yuzu gelée.
• Mini Hotteok Bites | Sweet pancakes filled with cinnamon and brown sugar.
• Matcha White Chocolate Truffles | Rolled in coconut or kinako.
• Yakgwa | Traditional Korean honey cookies.

TICKETS - GENERAL

PER PERSON - $200**: Experience our New Year's Eve celebration on the rooftop bar at Aventura Hotel. Savor featured menu items as often as you like throughout the evening, as well as select beers*, wines* and specialty cocktails* (open bar from 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM; cash bar from 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM). Plus enjoy live DJ entertainment, dancing and more before ringing in the new year with a prosecco* toast and party favors. Complimentary self-parking also included (not valid for overnight hotel guests). Limited open communal seating (not reserved) is included with the purchase of this General ticket.

TICKETS - VIP

RESERVED SEATING FOR SIX - $2,000**: Includes all the benefits of a General ticket for up to six people in your party, plus:

• Reserved couch seating.
• Two bottles of champagne*.
• Chef-prepared food platter.

For more information, call 407-503-6000.

*Alcoholic beverages available for purchase to adults (ages 21+) only with valid ID. **Tax and ticketing fees will apply.

Aventura's Rooftop New Year's Eve Celebration is a separately ticketed event for adults (ages 21+) only. Tickets are non-refundable. Dates, times, prices, entertainment, benefits and menus subject to change without notice.

Aventura’s Rooftop New Year’s Eve Celebration takes place at Bar 17 Bistro, an outdoor location. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved to a partially covered area and/or indoors.

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