Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Family Entertainment Center - various times Pick
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Family Entertainment Center - various times Pick
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park and Family Entertainment Center - various times Pick
Wilder Park - 8:00 AM
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New Year's Parties, Fireworks, and Other Connecticut Celebrations for Kids
Are you ready to see 2025 in the rearview mirror? Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with New Year's Eve events and family-friendly celebrations for kids in Connecticut! Enjoy time as a family. New Year's in Connecticut has plenty of new daytime celebrations, outdoor fun, and New Year's Eve events for families. These New Year's events tend to sell out fast, so get your tickets now. And be sure to check out our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events for Connecticut Families for all the seasonal fun still happening around CT.
What Are the Best Things to Do with Kids on New Year’s Eve in Connecticut?
From fireworks shows (like First Night Hartford 2026) and to outdoor activities (like First Day Hike at Dino State Park), there are so many great things to do in CT for New Year's. Gauge your kids on what sorts of things they like to do, how much noise they can take. Your activities might be limited to how much excitement you've already had over the holidays. Choose an activity that is long enough to make it fun, but short enough that you can still get home in time for the babysitter— so YOU can go out!
At-Home New Year’s Eve Ideas If You Don’t Want to Go Out
Want to avoid being on the road or keep it nice and quiet on New Year's? You are not alone. Mommy Poppins can still help you plan a relaxing, but also memorable evening. Our list of the best holiday movies for families can help you plan a fun family night on the couch. Our family loves a game night; choose from the 100 Best Board Games for Family Night for a night of competitive game play. Thanks to Covid, Mommy Poppins even has a whole article on the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve at home as a family. So stay in, stay cozy, and ring in the New Year in the comfort of your own home!
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Places featured in this article:
Stew Leonard's
Roller Magic
Chik Fil A
Roller Magic
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
KidsPlay Museum
Various Locations Downtown Hartford
Shepaug Dam
Hubbard Park
American Heritage River Comm
