Looking for kid-friendly New Year's Eve events in East DuPage County, IL? We've got your list of Dec. 31 family-friendly events happening in Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Addison, Lombard, La Grange, Oak Brook and the East DuPage area, along with New Year's Day fun too! Some events fill up quickly, so RSVP early!
Please check back often as we are adding more kid-friendly New Year's events in the Chicago West Suburbs frequently.
Last updated: 12/27/25
Noon Year's Eve at Bensenville Library
Monday December 29th, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Free, Need to celebrate early? Stay for a craft, dance party, and fun surprise before the count down!
Bensenville Community Public Library
200 S Church Rd
Bensenville IL 60106
*WAITLIST* Noon Year's Eve at La Grange Park Library
Tuesday December 30th, 11:30 AM
Free, registration required; Countdown to the new year…a little early with Ms. Cat and her favorite counting songs and dances! At this party, we will count down to Noon and celebrate with fun games and crafts.
La Grange Park Library
555 North La Grange Road
La Grange Park, IL 60526
Wednesday December 31st, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Members: $30/person Nonmembers: $40/person; includes all the exhibits, live music, special activities, and make magical memories before the clock strikes noon with confetti, bubbles, and plenty of joy!
DuPage Children's Museum
301 N Washington St
Naperville IL 60540
New Year's Eve Countdown to Noon
Wednesday December 31st, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$25/resident, $35/non-resident; includes party favors, a photo booth, activities, snacks, a balloon drop and more!
Downers Grove Park District Rec Center
4500 Belmont Road
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Wednesday December 31st 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20 per person, Activities include inflatables, playtower, field games, coloring station & MORE! Ring in the New Year with a 12pm juice box countdown.
Westmont Yard
233 W. 63rd St.
Westmont, IL 60559
Marshmallow New Years Eve Party
Wednesday December 31st 10-12 or 2-4pm
$55/ticket includes 2 adults + 1 child -- snacks, open play, balloon drop, character visits & party favors
Marshmallow Indoor Playground
572 N Michigan Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Family New Year's Eve Dance Party
Wednesday December 31st 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$25 per person; Ticket price includes lunch buffet, DJ, and activities led by our professional characters, Elsa, Taylor and Spider-man!
Reserve 22
482 Winchell Way
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Noon Year's Eve Bash at Elmhurst Fire Department
Wednesday December 31st 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free; Enjoy a DJ and dancing, a family photo booth, a bonfire with s'mores, hot chocolate, crafts and activities, and the ball drop at noon!
Elmhurst Fire Station #2
601 S. York Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
*SOLD OUT* Noon Year's Eve at Pinstripes
Wednesday December 31st, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$25+ per person; Ring in the new year with Pinstripes! Bring the family and celebrate before naptime with kid-friendly activities, music, and festive fun!
Pinstripes
7 Oakbrook Center
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Wednesday December 31st, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free, but registration required. Ring in the new year early with crafts, dancing, and an exciting glowstick countdown to noon! Be sure to wear neon or white to glow at the party.
Woodridge Public Library
3 Plaza Drive
Woodridge IL 60517
*WAITLIST* Noon Year's Eve at Hinsdale Library
Wednesday December 31st, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hinsdale Public Library
20 East Maple St.
Hinsdale, IL 60521
*WAITLIST* Noon Year's Eve at Downers Grove Library
Wednesday December 31st, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free; Dance and celebrate the end of 2025 at this event for preschoolers and their families.
Downers Grove Public Library
1050 Curtiss St.
Downers Grove, IL 60515
*SOLD OUT* Noon Year's Eve at Goldfish
Wednesday December 31st, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Free event, RSVP required, includes swimming & activities
Goldfish Swim School
614 North Michigan Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Balloon Drop Countdown at Sky Zone
Wednesday December 31st, 12:00 PM Noon
Little Leapers time from 10:00-12:00 PM, Open Jump from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sky Zone Elmhurst
325 W Lake St Ste A
Elmhurst, IL 60126
*SOLD OUT* Kid's New Year's Eve & Buffet
Wednesday December 31st, 12:00 PM & 2:30 PM
$30 per person - includes kid's buffet, balloon drop, sparkling juice toast & swag bags. Full bar service and a limited menu will be available for parents, separate to purchase of ticket.
Cadence Kitchen & Co
5101 Mochel Drive
Downers Grove, IL 60515
*SOLD OUT* NYE Celebration at Dave and Buster's
Wednesday December 31st, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
$33.79 per person, Ticket includes: Appetizer Banquet & Dessert, Unlimited Soft Drinks, $20 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play, Party Hats and Favors, Ginger Ale Toast
Dave and Buster's - Lombard
306 Yorktown Shopping Center
Lombard IL 60148
Wednesday December 31st, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$20 or $40 per person package that includes dinner buffet and game/attractions
Raffles and Countdown at 8:30 PM with Balloon Drop
Safari Land
701 W. North Avenue
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
Enchanted Castle New Years Eve Family Party
Wednesday December 31st, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
$46.95 per person
Price includes: $15 IN GAME PLAY, New Year’s Eve Buffet, Countdown & Balloon Drop, New Years Eve Toast, Party Favors, 4 Hours Of UNLIMITED FUN On Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Catapult Ride, Bumper Cars, Miniature Golf, Quest II Playland & Select Video Games
Enchanted Castle
1103 S. Main St.
Lombard, IL 60148
New Years Dance Party at Elmhurst Park District
Friday January 2nd, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
$15/resident; $19/non-resident; Includes dance party, games, music, a snack, and a Noon ball drop.
Mary E. Kies Recreation Center
155 E St Charles Rd
Elmhurst IL 60126
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Things to Do New Year's Day around Wheaton, IL
Even if your kids were up til the wee hours of the night to ring in the new year, we all know that doesn't necessarily mean they'll sleep in... so if you're finding yourself needing to get out of the house to keep them entertained on New Year's Day, here's some great local options for you:
Going to see lights *after* the holidays is one of my family's traditions - it helps extend the magic of the season, and it is often less crowded and easier to find an available time for ticketed ones. Many of them are open into the first week of January!
Timed entry tickets are required, but the Morton Arboretum is open normal hours on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, and both the buildings and Children’s Garden are open.
Brookfield Zoo
Open 363 days a year, Brookfield Zoo is a great place to visit on New Year's Day when it will be quiet and easier for your little ones to run around to get their energy out, or stop into the animal buildings to escape the cold. Open 10:00 am - 5:00 PM.
Ice Skating at Parkway Bank Park
Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free at the Rosemont Entertainment District. Guests are invited to bring their own skates or rent skates on-site for $8.
Tivoli Bowl in Downers Grove is having a New Year's Day Family special, 2 hours unlimited bowling and includes food and soda.
62,000 square feet with eight INDOOR attractions, 12 lanes of bowling, and over 80 arcade games. There is something for all ages whether it’s our Lion’s Den soft play area or our Merry Go Round for the little ones; for our thrill seekers we have the MaxFlight Simulator or our Tiger Terror Roller Coaster. Open 2:00 - 8:00 PM on New Year's Day.
