Ring in 2025 at These New Years Eve Events For Kids in Austin
New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration, and Austin offers plenty of family-friendly events that let kids join in on the fun! From exciting daytime celebrations to early countdowns perfect for little ones, there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for the best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve with kids in Austin, this guide has you covered with festive activities that the whole family will love. Ring in 2025 at these New Years Eve events for kids in Austin!
Noon Years Even Party at Indigo Play
Indigo Play is having their annual Noon Years Eve Balloon Drop Party on December 31, 2024 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. This fun event is FREE with paid admission, no reservations needed.
11am-12pm: Games
12pm: BALLOON DROP
12:30: FREE PIZZA!!*
Champagne toast for adults
Sparkling juice for kids13530 Research Blvd, Austin
The Thinkery
Join the New Years Eve Celebration at The Thinkery on December 31, 2024 from 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. The party will include exciting balloon drops, a gentle scarf drop designed especially for little ones, and a variety of festive maker activities that spark creativity and fun. Tickets are $35.
Early Moon Celebration at Stargazer Bar
Party from 3-7 p.m. with cocktails and mocktails, playtime on the rocket ship, and pizza by @bambinoatx. DJ Tau will be spinning Afro fusion dance beats from 4 to 7pm. It’s free and easy so grab the fam and come celebrate the new year, early bird style.
Spare Time Texas
NYE Family Fun Celebration is Dec 31 from 5-8:30 p.m. $38-$43. Bowling + Shoes • Laser Tag • Unlimited Video Game Play (no prizes)• Pizza + Pasta • Desserts • Unlimited Soft Drinks • Party Favors
Pinballz Noon Years Eve Celebration
Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve 2024 at Pinballz Lake Creek, Austin’s Favorite Family Arcade on Dec 31 at 10 a.m. Tickets are $15 ($20 for VIP). There will be a countdown, balloon drop, crafts, activities, arcade games, and more.
Austin’s New Year
On Dec 31, 2024 at Auditorium Shores, you can join the annual New Years Eve Celebration put on by the city of Austin. 7:00 pm – 12:00 am with a countdown to fireworks beginning at 11:55 pm. 800 W Riverside Dr., Austin, TX 78704. Free and open to the public.
Kalahari Resorts Round Rock
The celebration at Kalahari begins at 6 p.m. when the buffet opens. The glow party will take place from 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. Ring in the new year with glow sticks, a DJ dance party, complimentary hats and horns, a midnight countdown, and a balloon drop!
Tot Box Play Cafe
The 2nd Annual Tot Box Play Cafe Tot NYE Party is on Dec 31. Book your play session online. Countdown/balloon drops happening at 11:15 AM, 2 PM, & 4:15 PM. There will also be a Dance Party with Tot Box Teddy, Bubble Party Fun, an Apple Cider Toast to Welcome the New Year, and of course Playtime in the Indoor Playground.
High 5
Austin NYE Family Party Countdown to 2025 is happening on Dec 31. Book your family session for $99-129. NYE package includes: 60 minutes of bowling, shoe rental, 20-point game card per person, NYE hats and blowers, champagne/cider toast with countdown to NYE! One reservation per family up to 6 people.
Austin Public Library Noon Year’s Eve Storytime Celebration
Storytime, make your own wishing star, firework art, noisemaker, bubbles, and a big balloon drop. All ages welcome. Tuesday, December 31 – 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Yarborough Branch, 2200 Hancock Dr., Austin. Free and open to the public.
Noon Year’s Eve Party at the Cedar Park Library
Are you too young to stay up until midnight on New Year’s Eve? You can still ring in the noon year with a kid-friendly dance party! We’ll dance, have fun, and then we’ll count down to noon together! Recommended for families with children ages 2-12. Tues, Dec 31, 2024 from 11 a.m. – noon.