19 New Year's Eve Fireworks, Balloon Drops, and Other Los Angeles Celebrations for Kids

LA Zoo Lights has all new light displays this year; don't forget to talk to the giant parrots. Photo by Jamie Pham
12/23/22 - By Toby B
It’s almost New Year’s Eve—and Los Angeles has loads of New Year celebrations and things to do on New Year’s Eve with kids. Ring in 2023 by taking part in a balloon drop (at noon or midnight, depending on your household bedtime!), seeing the Story Pirates, catching some fireworks, or even roller skating your way into the new year. There are also plenty of innovative ways to party at home as a family or learn some cool New Year's Eve celebrations from around the world.
More events and activities can always be found on our Los Angeles event calendar and our guide to the best activities of the weekend.
And that’s a wrap for 2022! Happy New Year from all of us at Mommy Poppins.
Celebrate at noon, not night! Photo courtesy of the Southern California Children's Museum
Noon Year's Eve Celebrations in Los Angeles: Daytime Events
Check out the New Year's Eve Fireworks + Glow Party by the ocean. Photo courtesy of the Marina Del Ray Tourism Board
Things To Do New Year's Eve in Los Angeles 2022: Evening Fun
Places featured in this article:
Southern California Children's Museum
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
Manhattan Village
Skating Plus
The Crow
Burton Chace Park
Universal Studios Hollywood
Skating Plus
Old Town Music Hall
Knott's Berry Farm
Disney Concert Hall