Whether it’s a daytime Noon Year’s Eve celebration at the local library with your toddler, or an epic fireworks countdown on a dinner cruise with your tween or teen, we’ve got the NYE event for you. Here are 24 family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations happening in and around L.A.
1. Early Countdown Party
4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sat., Dec. 27 | View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library
Join the library for a pre-New Year’s Eve celebration with an art activity, easy line dancing, followed by a countdown and toast with non-alcoholic sparkly beverages and light snacks. For all ages. More info.
2. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert
2:30 p.m. Sun., Dec. 28 | Walt Disney Concert Hall
8 p.m., Tues. Dec. 30 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Featuring dancers from the San Diego Ballet, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert performs at Walt Disney Concert Hall on Dec. 28 at 2:30 p.m. and at Segerstrom Center for the Arts on Dec. 30 at 8 p.m..
With timeless music, dazzling costumes, breathtaking dance, stunning floral designs, Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert returns to Walt Disney Concert Hall for a New Year’s celebration that will enchant and delight audiences of all ages, with European singers, dancers and full orchestra. More info for Dec. 28 concert. More info for Dec. 30 concert.
3. Holidays at the Cube
12 p.m. & 3 p.m., Dec. 31 | Discovery Cube Los Angeles
Seasonal activities and celebrations at both Sylmar and OC locations through Jan. 4, including Noon Year’s Eve (Dec. 31) at Discovery Cube LA, a beloved holiday tradition where families welcome the new year together before bedtime. Enjoy two balloon drop opportunities, at noon and 3 p.m., sparkling apple juice toast and live music to keep the energy high. More info.
4. New Year’s Eve at Knott’s
All day Wed., Dec 31 | Knott’s Berry Farm
Count down to 2026 at Knott’s Berry Farm with fireworks, live entertainment including a family-friendly comedian, swing dancing and more. Plus enjoy seasonal performances of Merry Farm. More info.
5. City Cruises Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Premier Brunch Cruise
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Fisherman’s Village
Begin the festivities with a picturesque and celebratory Premier Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Brunch Cruise. An unforgettable afternoon awaits with a chef-prepared buffet meal featuring savory and sweet classics, bottomless mimosas, delicious cocktails, and top-notch service. Revel in breathtaking views of the harbor while our live entertainment sets the vibe for this elevated and festive celebration. You’ll capture holiday memories in front of Marina del Rey’s famous coastline, and soak in the sweeping panoramic views from the comfort of our warm indoor spaces and open-air decks. Join this spectacular New Year’s Eve brunch celebrating on the harbor. More info.
6. NYE Family Fireworks Observation Cruise
10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Wed., Dec. 31 – Jan. 1, 2026 | Harbor Breeze Cruises
2-hour scenic cruise with unobstructed fireworks views and family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages.
Nothing says “Happy New Year” like celebrating under the stars on Long Beach Harbor. Board at 10pm and sail into the perfect night—two magical hours on the water with the best seat in the house for the midnight fireworks spectacular. Watch the night sky explode with color as we ring in 2026 together, surrounded by family and friends.
With a full cash bar to keep the celebration flowing and family-friendly pricing at just $35 per guest, there’s no reason to miss this unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a fireworks fanatic or just looking for a unique way to toast the new year, this is the cruise you’ll be talking about all through 2026.
Boarding at 10 p.m., and sailing from 10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m., 2026! More info.
7. Noon Year’s Eve
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Southern California Children’s Museum
Join Southern California Children’s Museum for their annual Noon Years Eve celebration, featuring a hat decorating station, count down to NOON with a confetti release and sparkling cider toast. Designed for families with children ages 0-6. More info.
8. Happy Noon Year
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Kidspace Children’s Museum
Ring in 2026 with Kidspace Museum’s Noon Year celebration, featuring crafts, confetti dance party and Noon Year’s Rockin’ countdown at 11:30 a.m.
Also enjoy all the Winter Frolic fun, like no-ice skating and more. More info.
9. PCH Explorer Kids Club: Noon Year’s Celebration
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | 2ND & PCH
Ring in the new year at noon! Perfect for all the little ones who may not be able stay up until midnight. This Kids Club event will be filled with celebration, games, and giveaways to the RSVP’d guests. More info.
10. New Year’s Eve Around the World
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Pretend City Children’s Museum
Can’t stay up until midnight? Ring in the New Year early with a family-friendly celebration at Pretend City! Enjoy festive activities, cultural traditions, music and more as we count down to 2026 together. Don’t forget to wear your sparkly Happy 2026 gear!
Confetti Drops: 9:40 a.m. celebrate with Thailand (Members only), 12 p.m. celebrate with Pakistan and 2 p.m. celebrate with Greece. More info.
11. Noon Year’s Eve
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Stough Canyon Nature Center
Join Stough Canyon Nature Center for arts and crafts, games, snacks and a balloon drop. More info.
12. Noon Year’s Eve at Castle & Crown
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Castle & Crown
Join Castle & Crown for a Noon Years Eve – Bluey’s Balloon Drop. The family-friendly NYE celebration with special guest Bluey includes face painting, pizza, crafts and a balloon drop at noon. More info
13. Noon Year’s Eve
11 a.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Central Library
Can’t stay up until midnight? Celebrate the New Year at noon! Join us for a Noon Year’s Eve Party with dancing, crafts, party favors, and a countdown to 12 noon. Intended for children up to age 11. More info.
14. Happy Noon Year
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Santa Catalina Branch Library
Ring in the New Year with your little ones as we make crafts and enjoy festive activities before counting down to noon. For ages 3–5 and her caregivers. More info.
15. Noon Year’s Eve
11:30 a.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Lincoln Heights Branch Library
Explore traditions around the world, make festive crafts, practice some cool dance moves, and join in a traditional New Year’s Eve countdown to 12…noon! No need to stay up past your bedtime. More info.
16. Winter Fest OC New Year’s Eve Celebration
4 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | OC Fair & Event Center
Ring in the new year at Winter Fest OC with DJ Ryan and spectacular fireworks show at midnight. More info.
17. Pull My Finger – NYE Celebration
5 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | The Crow
Join female/mom/comic owned and operated The Crow for a special NYE edition of their family-friendly comedy show, “Pull My Finger.” This super silly and high energy show is fun for the whole family. All ages welcome. Stroller parking available.
“Pull My Finger” performs every 3rd Saturday at The Crow. More info.
18. The Annual One-Time Only New Year’s Eve Musical Revue
7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Santa Monica Playhouse
56th anniversary of Santa Monica Playhouse’s NYE Musical Revue with shows at 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Champagne and sparkling juice and delightful sweets and savories accompany this rousing, family-friendly Rudie-DeCarlo in-person multi-media New Year’s event with live Playhouse artists and special guests. More info.
19. NYE Fireworks Show & Glow Party
7 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Burton Chace Park
Watch the spectacular fireworks from Burton Chace Park, Fisherman’s Village, or the many waterfront restaurants in Marina del Rey! Family-friendly Glow Party starts at 7 p.m. with DJ, live music, dancing, food trucks, face painting, photo booth and more.
Countdown and 10-minute long fireworks display will happen at 8:59 and 11:59 p.m. More info.
20. New Year’s Eve Musical Revue
7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Santa Monica Playhouse
A spectacular family-friendly, highly entertaining evening of theatre.
Champagne for the grown-ups, sparkling juice for the kids, and a dessert buffet for everyone start off the event, then “on with the show!” offering a highly entertaining, family-friendly Rudie-DeCarlo musical revue, with sing-a-long songs, humor and other delights culled over 6 decades of Santa Monica Playhouse productions. From finger-snapping jazz to foot-stompin’ Irish jigs, Jewish patter songs to romantic ballads, this show has it all! Add hats, tiaras, leis, noisemakers, streamers and special surprises and you have a not-to-be-missed New Year’s Eve celebration.
The early-bird 7 p.m. celebration is a great way to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the entire family, letting the kids have a real “grown-up” New Year’s Eve treat, and still get home at a reasonable hour and let the adults kick off an evening of after-theatre dining and celebrating. Playhouse New Year’s Eve festivities are among the most popular in town, and shows sell out fast, so book early to avoid disappointment. Help the Playhouse usher in 2024 and its 64th anniversary of continuous theatrical and educational services to the community. More info.
21. Ice at Santa Monica New Year’s Eve Celebration
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Ice at Santa Monica
Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+ and Hulu hosts a New Year’s Eve celebration tailored for families and kids of all ages. Experience ice skating under the stars and the excitement of a countdown to midnight (East Coast time). More info.
22. Magic at the Biltmore with David Minkin
7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | The Biltmore Los Angeles
Join David Minkin, International Champion of Magic, for a mind-blowing evening of World-Class Wonders at the historic Biltmore Los Angeles. The show features original magic beautifully paired with authentic personal narrative. Watch as solid objects melt through one another, witness time travel, experience mind reading, and be inspired by the personal stories that weave it all together.
The show is designed for adults, but children aged 7 and older are welcome if seated with an adult. Most of our guests enjoy dressing up a bit (smart casual or cocktail attire).
Show length is 75-90 minutes, with showtimes at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Additional Shows on Jan. 24, 2026 – 2:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 7:30 p.m. More info.
23. Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA Countdown to 2026
8 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | Gloria Molina Grand Park
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA Countdown to 2026 is back! Join thousands of Angelenos for the biggest free New Year’s Eve party on the West Coast. Two stages of incredible music, a spectacular City Hall light show, and a community ready to celebrate together.
Two stages of music, interactive art installations, cultural performances and hands-on activities for all ages. Countdown to midnight, then look up as City Hall transforms with 3D projection show presented by A3 Visuals. More info.
24. City Cruises Newport Beach & Marina Del Rey New Year’s Eve Premier Dinner Cruise
9 p.m. Wed., Dec. 31 | City Cruises Newport Beach and Fisherman’s Village
If brunch isn’t your thing, a jaw-dropping celebration under the fireworks awaits with a Premier Newport Beach and Marina Del Rey New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruises.
This festive evening of fine dining and lively entertainment on the harbor features a chef-prepared buffet meal, craft cocktails, and exceptional service. You’ll soak in sweeping views of Newport Beach or Marina del Rey’s iconic coastline illuminated by the dazzling fireworks display from the warm and comfortable indoor areas and open-air decks. An iconic New Year’s Eve bash is complete with an open bar and dancing into the night as our live DJ sets the vibe with crowd favorites.
Ring in the new year with an unforgettable celebration on the water! More info for Newport Beach. More info for Marina del Rey.
