Our Favorite Things to Do on New Year's Eve with Kids

Shila said:  Families can make their own confetti to throw around on New Year's Eve; it's an easy craft for kids. All you'll need are scissors and/or hole punchers, as well as paper. Punch or cut a bunch of handfuls of confetti using construction paper (or reuse holiday wrapping paper!) and toss them up in the air at midnight. If you have a ceiling fan, too, layer the top of each blade with some confetti. At 11:59 PM, flip the switch and watch the confetti fall like rain in the living room!

Shila said:  In similar fashion to the 4th of July, safely celebrate with sparklers in the backyard.

Kelly R said:  Thinking about fun and attainable resolutions is a nice way to get excited for the year ahead. And you don't have to focus on correcting bad habits. Try making a list of the people you'd like to see, places you'd like to go, and family traditions to start in the new year.

Mommyx3 (Monique H) said:  It’s almost like Christmas Eve but a little more exciting. Going with New Year inspired decorations like edible glitter, edible pearls, lots of confetti and sprinkles makes this even more fun.

Agreatmom2! said:  Wear New Year's Eve hats, necklaces, glasses, and shirt. Make cookies and have ice cream!

Kelly R said:  The wait until midnight can be tough, especially once you hit the home stretch, so fill those hours with some fun surprises to help the time pass! Create a series of mystery bags, each labeled with the hour it should be opened. Fill each bag with a different treat or activity the family can enjoy together. This could include a bag of microwave popcorn with fun toppings, a card game to play, or slips of paper with conversation starters to talk about.

Kelly R said:  At-home escape room experiences are a fun activity for families with teens and tweens who enjoy brain teasers and logic puzzles! These escape room games are generally good for one use only, but it's still a bargain for a fun New Year's eve for kids.

Kelly R said:  Minute to Win It games are good for a lot of laughs, especially when mom and dad get in on the fun! Plan out an evening of silly games like Cookie Face and Chopstick Challenge that you can probably play with things you already have on hand.