Noon Year’s Eve Events
A great option for younger kids who can’t stay awake until midnight — celebrate the New Year earlier in the day with balloon drops, music, games, crafts, and more!
- Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Swim — A splash-tastic celebration at Goldfish Swim School with a balloon drop in the pool! Bring towels & swimsuits and enjoy family time in the water!
- Noon Year’s Eve at the Library — Head to the Beaumont Library for games, crafts, and a joyful countdown to noon. Great for littles and no registration is needed!
- Sky Zone GLOW Year’s Party at Noon — Jump into the New Year with glow lights, blacklight fun, and a confetti countdown! Tickets include a GLOW shirt and all ages are welcome
All-Day Fun & Activities
These local spots are great to swing by with the kids for fun leading up to an early New Year’s celebration.
- Main Event Lexington – A go-to destination for family entertainment with games, bowling, laser tag, and more — perfect anytime on New Year’s Eve!
- Champs Entertainment Complex – Roller skating, laser tag, and mini golf all in one spot with extended hours on Dec. 31.
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park – Another great indoor activity to burn energy and celebrate together before evening festivities.
- Monkey Joe's & Activate Games – Indoor play spots that are perfect for kids to enjoy an afternoon full of movement and games.
- Malibu Jack's Lexington – Big fun with arcades, go-karts, and more when families want an activity-packed day.
🎨 Creative & Museum Celebrations
- Lexington Children’s Museum is hosting a New Year’s Eve at Noon celebration with crafts, a kid’s parade, and a balloon drop. This hands-on space is perfect for younger kids to celebrate creatively and safely.
- Local libraries often host family STEAM workshops or craft parties leading up to the holiday — check out programming at your branch!
🥳 Tip for Families
Many of these events focus on celebrating before midnight so even toddlers and preschoolers can join in without staying up too late — a win for both parents and kids!
