New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to be all late-night countdowns and grown-up parties. There are plenty of family-friendly ways to celebrate the last day of the year together! Whether you’re looking for daytime activities, early countdowns, community events, or something fun and festive before bedtime, here are some kid-friendly New Year’s Eve events happening on December 31 that the whole family can enjoy.
Check back soon, as more events will be added throughout the season as they become available.
Noon Year’s Eve Party at The Schiele Museum
When: 11AM-12PM | Cost: Free with Museum Admission | Age: 11 and under
Teen New Years Party at Pineville Library
When: 11 AM - 1 PM | Cost: FREE | Age: Teens 12-18
Advanced registration is required
Noon-Year's Eve Puppet Show at Independence Regional Library
When: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Cost: Free with Museum Admission | Age: 11 and under
Advanced registration is required
Young One’s New Year’s Eve Party at Kate Skate
When: 12 PM - 6 PM | Cost: $12 (Skate Rental $5) | Age: 11 and under
Listed under Christmas Break Hours
Piñata Time Capsules: Teen Noon Year’s Eve Workshop at ImaginOn
When: 1PM | Cost: FREE | Age: Teens 12-18
Advanced registration is required as space is limited
Story Explorers: Shante Keys and the New Year's Peas at North County
When: 2PM | Cost: FREE | Age: 11 and under
New Year's Eve BINGO + Bubble Dance Party at Pineville Library
When: 2:30PM - 3:30PM | Cost: FREE | Age: 11 and under
Advanced registration is required as space is limited