Who’s ready to ring in the new year? We are! Check out these kid-friendly activities on New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Boulder City.
In the city that never sleeps, there are tons of events that you can enjoy on New Year’s Eve all day AND all night long, but what about those that are more family-friendly?
While we had more New Year’s Eve events in previous years, the last few years have dwindled some of the fun down (the purchase of Crystal Palace by Floyd Mayweather, the closing of Texas Station, etc.).
We are also including a list of fireworks you can enjoy across the valley from the comfort of your home or somewhere close by.
Either way, let’s have a blast as we end one year and start another!
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Boulder City
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Henderson
Strike Zone Bowling for NYE
Date: December 31, 2024 from 9:30pm – 12:30am (on Jan. 1)
Location: Strike Zone at Sunset Station; 1301 W Sunset Rd, Henderson, NV 89014
Cost: $275 per lane (max 5 guests per lane)
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Some Great Family Fun! Each lane includes:
- 3 hours of bowling
- Shoe rental for 5 guests
- Party favors for 5 guests
- Prizes & giveaways
- A large 1-topping pizza
- Soft drinks & bottle water
Check-in begins at 8:30 PM. Must be paid in full at time of reservation.
Noon Year at the Lion Habitat Ranch
Date: December 31, 2024 from 11am – 3pm
Location: 382 Bruner Avenue, Henderson, NV
Cost: General Admission applies, kids under 3 are free – Last admission at 2pm
On Tuesday, December 31st form 11am to 3pm, last admission is at 2pm, we will be ringing in the Noon Year of 2025 at the Lion Habitat Ranch with Benny the lion and his friends during our general admission hours.
Purchase your tickets in our ticket booth when your arrive or book your admission time slot online now at our website here.
Noon Year Uptown Jungle
Date: December 31, 2024 at 11am
Location: 27 South Stephanie Street, Henderson, NV
Cost: Purchase your tickets in advance if possible
🎉Tomorrow’s the Day!🎉 – Get ready for an exciting countdown to 12 noon, complete with a thrilling balloon drop or a burst of confetti! Secure your spot by purchasing your ticket today. Let’s make it a Happy New Year together!
Las Vegas
Noon Year’s Eve
Date: December 31, 2024 from 10am – 12:00pm
Location: Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Pl, Las Vegas, NV 89106
Cost: General Admission $25, Members $15
Join us as we celebrate Noon Year’s Eve at DISCOVERY!
Noon Year’s Eve at Town Square
Date: December 31, 2024 from 10am – 1pm
Location: Town Square
Cost: Free Admission
3…2…1…Happy Noon Year!!! Noon Year’s Eve is a kid-friendly celebration on December 31.
The mock countdown will take place at noon instead of midnight and every kid will receive a juice box or milk to “toast” the New Year. Festivities take place in Town Square Park starting at 10 a.m. with a live DJ.
Come down to Town Square Park where you and your children can join us for a family friendly cheer to the New Year.
Juice box or milk toast and a balloon drop for the whole family to enjoy, while supplies last.
Who says the kids need to stay up till midnight to celebrate?! See you there at Noon Years Eve at Town Square Las Vegas.
Noon Year Uptown Jungle
Date: December 31, 2024 at 11am
Location: 1631 W. Craig Rd., North Las Vegas, NV
Cost: Purchase your tickets in advance if possible
Come celebrate at Noon! At noon there will be a balloon drop and other fun activities
New Year’s At Noon! / Countdown to New Year’s
Date: Dec. 31, 2024
Locations:
- 11am – 12pm | Sahara West Library; Ages 0-8
- Ring in the new year with crafts, songs, and more. In the Multipurpose Room. Ages 0 to 8.
- 11:30am – 12pm | West Charleston Library; Ages 0-5
- Children ages 0-5 and their families are welcome to join us for a special story time to countdown to noon with a special treat.
- 11:30am – 12:30pm | Rainbow Library Ages 0-11
- Let’s celebrate the upcoming New Year with songs, activities and a countdown to 12:00… NOON! It will be a blast! Dress up is welcome. Space is limited and tickets are required. Please pick up a free ticket starting one half hour before the beginning of the program at the Youth Services Desk. Ages 0-11
- 11:30am – 12:30pm | Spring Valley Library; Ages 0-11
- For ages 0-11 who may not make it to the New Year’s Eve ball drop, celebrate the “Noon Year” with fun and games as we count down to 12 p.m.!
- 11:30 – 12pm | Centennial Hills Library; Ages 0-5
- Ring in the New Year without staying up past bedtime! Join us for fun and games at 11:30, and we’ll count down to the “New Year” at noon! Space is limited. 0-11 years old.
- 11:30am – 12:30pm | Laughlin Library
- Is midnight past your bedtime? Then join us for stories, songs, and a special countdown to “Noon Year’s Eve”!
Cost: Free Admission
Ring in the new year with crafts, songs, and more. For the little ones who may not make it to the New Year’s Eve ball drop, celebrate the “Noon Year” with fun and games.
Ring in the New Year Lights and Fireworks
Date: Dec. 31, 2024 from 9pm – 9:30pm
Location: Glittering Lights, Las Vegas Speedway
Cost: $39 per carload
Ring in 2025 with a dazzling East Coast New Year’s Eve countdown and fireworks at Glittering Lights Las Vegas presented by Garden State Fireworks! Watch the sky light up while you drive through millions of twinkling lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Plus, the Fast Pass Lane, powered by Diamond Back Land Surveying, will be open tonight for a quicker entry to the festivities!
Join us for an unforgettable celebration and start the New Year off with a sparkle!
Red Rock Lanes New Year’s Eve Cosmic Bowling
Date: Dec. 31 from 9:30pm – 12:30am (on Jan. 1)
Location: Red Rock Lanes; 11011 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89135
Cost: $350 per lane (max 5 guests per lane)
- 3 hours of bowling
- Shoe Rental
- 1 Large Single Topping Pizza + 1 Pitcher of Soft Drink
- Door Prizes with Colored Pin Shots
- Music Videos
- Party Favors
Reserve your lane today at 702.797.7467. Price increases per lane starting 12/25 to $375.
New Year’s Eve Cosmic Carnival
Date: Dec. 31, 2024 from 9pm – 12:30am (on Jan. 1)
Location: Santa Fe; 4949 N Rancho Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89130
Cost: $300 per lane (max 5 guests per lane)
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Some Great Family Fun! Each lane includes:
- 3 hours of bowling
- Shoe Rentals for 5 guests
- Food & beverage package
- Party favors
- Games
For large groups, please provide names of entire group to ensure lanes together.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
The following nine casino resorts will all shoot fireworks off of the top of their hotels right at midnight:
- The Strat
- Resorts World
- Treasure Island
- The Venetian
- Caesars Palace
- Aria
- Planet Hollywood
- MGM Grand
- Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The Strat
This year, 80,000 fireworks will be set off during a choreographed fireworks display lasting around eight minutes. It comes out to about 150 fireworks per second. Just before the fireworks show, there will be a lighted countdown (10, 9, 8…) up the Strat’s tall tower.
The Plaza
The Plaza Las Vegas is planning a fireworks show as well!
Kid-Friendly Activities on New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas
How will you be ringing in the New Year this year? Maybe you’ve decided to stay in on this holiday to avoid the crowds and traffic. If so, here are a few ideas you might love!
Host A Bingo Party
This is what we do every year, especially now that there are kids in the family. We love this bingo set and also purchased extra bingo counting chips because it’s easy to run out when more than 5 people are playing. Trust me, we used Chex Mix cereal one year, haha.
We get very into it and play for money and it’s a blast. The kids can participate if they are old enough and for those that aren’t, we have a kid table with color pages, playdough, and more.
Create Your Own BALLoon Drop for the Kids At Home
Co-founder, Kacey, hosts a fun New Year’s Eve party for the kids and has her own balloon drop she creates. This is so fun for the kids and also is a great photo op!
Print Out Free Coloring Pages
This is so easy and FREE! You can search for free printable coloring pages or pick up a coloring book from the dollar tree.
Cut Up Your Own Confetti
Make your own confetti poppers for the kiddos! Instead of buying confetti, cut up your own using old newspapers, magazines, brown bags, old papers that are lying around. You can use scissors or fun-shaped hole punch cutters.
Want to make your own confetti poppers? We love this idea from Autumn B to create your own DIY confetti poppers at home.
Don’t forget to tag us in the fun on social media Facebook or Instagram @southernnevadamoms.