Tiana's New Year's Adventure

Ring in the New Year with Tiana at California Grill at Walt Disney World

There are many different ways to ring in the New Year as a Disney fan. Some people love to celebrate by being with thousands of their closest friends standing on Main Street, USA with fireworks lighting up the night over the castle. Others prefer to hang out at a restaurant or hotel and ring in the New Year with delicious food and beverages and maybe not quite as many close friends. This year, California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is offering a chance to spend New Year’s Eve with Princess Tiana.

Tiana’s New Year’s Adventure at California Grill will be a night of delicious food, beverages, and Disney characters. Guests won’t just get visits from Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. Louis and some other critter friends will also be making some surprise visits, when Tiana doesn’t see. However, as the night progresses it appears that Tiana will figure things out! Attendees are encouraged to dress their best for this night full of fun and delicious food. This experience will be $799 for those who want to attend.

Here are the official details for Tiana’s New Year’s Adventure, including the menu:

Tiana’s New Year’s Adventure at California Grill

Ring in the New Year with a fantastical evening. Enjoy shimmering champagne, delightful wines, marvelous food and one-of-a-kind entertainment.

Enchanting Entertainment
Immerse yourself in the whimsical surroundings of California Grill—where you’ll see Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen. They’ve stopped by to sample the cuisine, meet some new friends and assist Tiana’s friend Chef Matthew. But wait… there’s a twist!

With the help of Mama Odie’s magic, Louis and a few of Tiana’s other critter pals have crashed the party. Throughout the night, Mama Odie will cast playful spells to help Louis and friends stay out of sight of Tiana and Naveen. However, Tiana is smart—she will get to the bottom of who crashed this party. But she’ll need your help to do it, so be prepared to join in the action!

We hope you come dressed in your best and are ready to dance to beats from live musicians! Plus, we’ll cap the evening and start 2025 with a fantastic champagne toast at midnight.

Delicious Dishes
As you float between the rooms, you’ll indulge in delicious New Orleans-inspired dishes—including delectable caviar—with our chef’s creative twist.

Menu highlights include the following:

Chilled Appetizer Station

  • Beef Tartare
  • Chilled Raw Bar Display
  • Caviar Station
  • Chopped Salad

Wood Burning Appetizer Station

  • Chicken “Drumstick”
  • Squash Blossom “Doughnut”
  • Creole Pizza
  • Muffaletta Pizza
  • Rock Shrimp Po Boy
  • Corn Fried Oysters

Sushi Station

  • Maki
  • Sashimi
  • Nigiri
  • A collection of original sushi creations

Hot Seafood Station

  • Lobster Ravioli
  • Jumbo Sea Scallops
  • Blackened Red Fish
  • Seafood Boil

From the Grill and Rotisserie

  • Suckling Pig “Porchetta”
  • Smoked Duck
  • Beef Tenderloin
  • Pan Seared Lions Mane “Skate Wing”
  • Gumbo

Desserts and Interesting Breads

  • Beignets & Chicory
  • Assorted House Made Truffles and Bon Bons
  • Chocolate Covered Strawberries
  • King Cake

As you dine, feast your eyes on a fanciful ice sculpture created to celebrate 2025 and California Grill.

Finally, experience the first moments of 2025 as the fireworks spectacular from Magic Kingdom park fills the sky above.

Event Information

  • Date: December 31, 2024
  • Check-In Time: Begins at 7:00 PM
  • Event Time: 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM

Reservations
Call (407) 824-2013 to book this experience. Guests under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian permission to call.

Price
The cost for this experience is $799, including tax and gratuity.

Full payment is due at the time of booking. Cancellations must be received at least one day prior to the event to avoid being charged full price.

All events, offerings and menus are subject to change or cancellations without notice.


What do you think about this New Year’s Eve experience? Is this something you would like to do? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!