Happy 2023! Ring in the New Year with your whole family at these family-friendly, Chicago area New Year's Eve Events! We've rounded up our top picks for kids' New Year's events in Chicago and the surrounding area, and you can find more activities in our Calendar of Events.

December 30
Pre-New Year's Eve Party
Little Beans Evanston, 430 Asbury Ave., Evanston
Ring in the new year early...kid style! Little Beans will have a fun NYE celebration with a DJ, pizza, punch, play, NYE swag, and a countdown to a balloon drop. 5-7pm. $35 per child. Tickets are needed for kids over 10 months. Adults are free, but only two adults are allowed per registration. Extra adults are $10 each. Learn more

December 30
Teenie Weenie New Year's Eve Ball
Simkus Recreation Center, 849 W Lies Road, Carol Stream
Kick off the New Year Teenie Weenie style! Kids 8 and under get an early start on the festivities as we countdown to Noon! Activities include a DJ and dancing, a bounce house, games, crafts and a balloon drop. Light refreshments are served. Fee is per child, adults are free but required to stay at the event. Ages 8 and under. 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. See web site for tickets. Learn more

December 31
Bubble Bash
DuPage Children's Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville
This annual year-end celebration, now in its 20th year, has become a holiday tradition. Featuring bubble wands, firework art, confetti poppers, munchie mosaics, interactive photo booth, and 4 different countdown options: Miss Jamie's Farm Live Music Countown; Confetti Countdown; Bubble Countdown; and Quiet Countdown. All ages. 9:00am – 1:00pm. $25, $20 for members. Learn more

December 31
Children's New Year's Celebration
Orland Park Skate Rink, 15600 West Ave. & Fun Dr., Orland Park
Join us at our fourth annual children's New Year's party and ice skating celebration. Skate your way into 2023 with a DJ, refreshments, and fun.* No New Year's celebration would be complete without party favors and the BIG countdown! Please note: both children and adults must purchase a ticket. Skates included with registration. No discount for providing your own skates. All ages. 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Resident $10 | Non-resident $15. Learn more

December 31
Noon Years Eve
Wonder Works Children's Museum, 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park
Dress your festive best and join us for the last PLAY date of 2022. We will have a balloon drop and join together to bring in the New Year, long before bed time. Your ticket will grant you full access to the museum, a new year’s art project, and a fun photo booth to capture this special day as a family. All ages. 9am. $26. Learn more

December 31
NOON Year's Eve with Paw Patrol
Just For Fun Roller Rink, 139 North Seymour Avenue, Mundelein
Just For Fun is excited to host its annual NOON YEAR'S EVE PARTY! Join Marshall, Skye and Chase from Paw Patrol as we celebrate the New Year with Skating, Pizza, Drinks, Games, Photos and more... but MOST Exciting is the NOON Balloon Drop! Admission is $15 per person (anyone who enters the rink over the age of 2). Admission includes: Admission & Skates, Pizza, Drink, Games, Balloon Drop and Party Favors. All ages. 11am-2pm. $15. Learn more

December 31
New Year's Eve Family Party
Enchanted Castle Family Entertainment Center, 1103 S. Main St., Lombard
Enjoy a New Year’s Buffet, $15 in Game Play, unlimited select video games, 4 Hours of unlimited Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Bumper Cars, Catapult Thrill Ride and Quest II Adventure Playland plus a Balloon Drop, Party Favors, New Year’s Toast, and Countdown Celebration. 6-10pm. All ages. $46.95 per guest, and advanced reservations required. 2 and under eat free but do not receive game play/attractions. Learn more

December 31
New Year's Eve Family Party
Haunted Trails, 7759 S. Harlem, Burbank
Enjoy a New Year’s Buffet plus $25 in Game Play, 1 Lazer Frenzy Challenge, Party Hats and Favors plus a Balloon Drop, New Year’s Toast, and Countdown Celebration. Advanced reservations required. Kids 2 and under eat free, but do not receive game play or attractions. All ages. 6-10pm. $41.95/guest. Learn more

December 31
New Year's Eve Family Party
Haunted Trails Family Entertainment Center, 1423 N. Broadway St., Joliet
Enjoy a New Year’s Buffet including soft drinks and dessert plus $15 in Game Play, unlimited Indoor Rides & Laser Tag, Party Favors plus a Balloon Drop, New Year’s Toast, and Countdown Celebration. Advanced reservations are required. Kids 2 and under eat free, but do not receive game play or attractions. All ages. 6-10pm. $41.95/guest. Learn more