If you are looking for ways to celebrate New Year's Eve with your kids, we've got you covered. There are a lot of things to do on New Year's Eve including many fun events taking place and ways that you can celebrate the holiday at home! Adventure outside or stay cuddled up indoors. Watch the ball drop at midnight or call it an early night. Whatever you decide to do, we hope you have an unforgettable night!

Things to do on New Year's Eve with Kids

The countdown to the New Year is on, and we all love a good celebration! Your New Year’s Eve may look a little different than it did before you welcomed children into the family. Whether you are planning on keeping your little ones up until midnight for an apple juice “cheers” or you would rather follow their normal bedtime routine, there are plenty of ways to make the day memorable.

Countdown Early!

There are several services online that offer a midnight countdown earlier in the day. Younger children probably do not completely understand the concept anyway, but they are sure to comprehend the fun of “3-2-1, Happy New Year!”

Recreate the midnight countdown, but just at noon so that you can put your kids to sleep at their normal bedtime. You can still go all out for the celebration, and they will never know the difference. Then you’ll have the night to either get to bed early yourself or stay up for the festivities.

A few places that typically have Noon Year's Eve Celebration events include Libraries, Indoor Play Areas, and Museums. Plan ahead because registration is often required.

Wednesday, December 29

• FREE Churchlights New Year's Celebration {Find Out More}

Friday, December 30

• Make Believe Midnight at Akron Children's Museum {Find Out More}
• FREE Noon Year's Eve at Geauga County Public Library {Find Out More}
• FREE Almost Noon Year's Eve Party at North Olmsted Branch Library {Find Out More}

Saturday, December 31

• Zoo Years Eve at the Akron Zoo {Find Out More}
• Noon Years Eve at Cafe O'Play {Find Out More}
• Noon Years Eve at Tower City Center {Find Out More}
• Noon Years Eve at The Workz Arcade {Find Out More}
• Family Fun Noon Years Party at Make Believe Family Fun Center {Find Out More}
• FREE Noon Year's Eve at Akron Main Library {Find Out More}
• FREE Noon Year's Eve Party at Mogadore Branch Library {Find Out More}
• FREE Noon Year's Eve LEGOs & More at Portage Lakes Branch Library {Find Out More}
• FREE Noon Year's Eve at Massillon Public Library {Find Out More}
• FREE New Year's Eve Nature Celebration at The West Woods {Find Out More}

Grab Inexpensive Party Supplies

Plastic horns and confetti poppers are the perfect addition to any New Year’s celebration. There is just something about balloons that makes everything more fun. You can bet your kids will have a blast with this simple addition.

You might want to hide the horns the next day, but you will have a blast at the moment.

Have a Movie Marathon

If you have children that are a little bit older, you can make your mission last until midnight. So why not make the most of the countdown?

Find some New Year-themed treats to make, mix together a few mocktails or pull out the sparkling cider and get into your coziest pajamas. Then pick out a series that you have been wanting to watch together. The Harry Potter Series or a Disney Princess theme is sure to be a hit!

Plan a Family Game Night

Pull out the board games and a deck of cards. Then order your favorite dish for the entire family. You can let everyone pick their most beloved game and alternate as you wait for the clock to strike midnight.

Throw a batch of cookies in the oven for dessert and you are all set for a night of fun! You can turn on the ball drop and pause your games for the official countdown.

Choose an Outdoor Activity

It might be cold on New Year’s Eve, but that’s a perfect reason to get bundled up and get outside! Check out your local area’s winter activities. Ice skating, sledding, or skiing would all be ideal ideas for fun for the entire family.

Then, you have a great excuse to make hot chocolate and build a fire before the countdown later that night. Your little ones will be tuckered out from the day of activity and you will be ready for a night in.

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