Looking for kid-friendly New Year's Eve events in Worcester? We've got your list of Dec. 31 family-friendly events happening in Worcester, along with New Year's Day fun too!
Please check back often as we are adding more kid-friendly New Year's Worcester events frequently.
Last updated with new events: 12/20/23
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Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Worcester Events:
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New Year's Eve Take Home Craft (Shrewsbury)
If you missed our take home crafts, we are bringing one back on Friday, Dec 29th to celebrate the New Year! Pick up begins 10:00 am in the Children's Room while supplies last. FREE
EcoTarium - Noon Year's Eve
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at the EcoTarium in Worcester on December 31, 2023 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Have a blast ringing in the new year at the EcoTarium! Join us at 12:00 noon for an exciting kid-friendly countdown. Attendees can make a time capsule, add a 2024 resolution to the resolution wall, participate in exciting education programs, and more! Kid-friendly countdown begins at 12 Noon. Adult: $19; Child 2+: $14; Senior: $15; Members: FREE
Kids NYE Balloon Party at UNO Pizzeria & Grill (Westborough)
Ring in the New Year at UNO! This family friendly event features balloon drops at 5pm & 7pm, goodie bags for the kids & ginger ale toasts! Reservations are required, so call today!
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Things to Do New Year's Day in Worcester:
Worcester Area Hikes for Families
Snowtubing at Ski Ward
Snowtubing is the perfect activity for all levels and with up to 10 lanes, 2 lifts and over 200 tubes, you’re guaranteed to have a great time! Open 10am-4pm on weekends, holidays and school vacations. Price per person: (2 hours) $38
Outdoor New Year's Day Skate - Worcester Public Ice Skating
Public skating returns to historic Worcester Common! Enjoy an uncommonly cool time with family and friends. The City's 12,000-square-foot rink, which opened in 2012, is 4,000 square feet larger than the rink at New York City's Rockefeller Center. The Oval has piped-in music, skate rentals, concessions, holiday lights and more, making it a fun and affordable family-friendly activity. The rink is professionally managed by SMG, the DCU Center's talented management team. SATURDAY, 12/30 - MONDAY, 1/1: 1:00pm - 6:00pm. Adult Admission: $6.00. Children ages 5 and younger skate for free. Skate Rentals: $6.00 - Skate rentals are available to rent until 30 minutes prior to closing. UMass Chan Little Helpers (learn to skate assist devices): $5.00 per hour. Worcester Common Oval.
Need more inspiration for a DIY party at home? Check out our article: How to Throw an Easy Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Celebration
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