Top Free Things To Do with Kids in Los Angeles in January 2026, According to MP Editors

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Welcome the Year of the Horse at the Oshogatsu Family Festival. Event photo by Doug Mukai for JANM

Free things to do in Los Angeles always provide a nice break to your wallet after the spending spree in December, and lucky for us Angelenos, there are plenty of them in January. From walks in nature to the Oshogatsu Family Festival to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parades and days of service, January's best events are 100% FREE! So, give your credit cards a rest while enjoying our top picks for free activities in Los Angeles with kids. 

For more free things to do in Los Angeles with kids, visit these always-free, kid-friendly LA museums, discover free museum days for kids in Los Angeles, and browse our Guide to Free Things to Do in Los Angeles with Kids. 

Long Island New Year’s Eve Guide 2025 for Families: Kid-Friendly Events, Fireworks & More

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The Long Island Children's Museum's New Year's Eve party has themed activities, a ball drop, and a confetti-filled dance party. Photo courtesy LICM

Discover family-friendly events, fireworks, early countdowns, and fun ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025–2026 on Long Island with kids of all ages.

No matter how old your kids are, there are plenty of family-friendly New Year's Eve events across Long Island to help you welcome 2026. Our top picks for daytime New Year's Eve celebrations include roller skating, ball drops, and gaming.

At night, head to a downtown area for a Times Square feel as Farmingdale, Lindenhurst, Huntington, and Patchogue light up their Main Streets with celebrations.

Find more fun in our Family Activity Calendar and Holiday Fun Guide. And be sure to subscribe to our newsletters to get stories like this delivered directly to your inbox.

Westchester and the Hudson Valley's New Year's Eve Guide 2025 for Families

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Celebrate New Year's Eve in daylight hours at the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

Looking for kid-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations in Westchester and the Hudson Valley? Look no further, because we have rounded up an assortment of family-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations in the area. Many are FREE and end at a reasonable hour.

Our picks for family-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations include Noon Year's Eve at Legoland Discovery Center, which has a dance party with the Lego characters and a Lego balloon drop, and the FREE New Year's Eve Fireworks at Hunter Mountain, featuring early fireworks and a torchlight parade.

For more fun, bookmark our guide to Christmas vacation activities in Westchester and the Hudson Valley, and keep close tabs on our Family Activities Calendar for more fun things to do. Happy New Year!

Best Sledding Hills in Westchester for Kids

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Westchester has sledding hills for everyone from tots to teens. Photo by Marisa Iallonardo

When the flakes fly, visions of sledding hills fill kids' heads, and all they can think of is bundling up and getting outside for some snow day fun. If your family's plans include sledding, consider heading to one of these popular sledding hills in Westchester County. We've also got a separate post with top picks for sledding hills in the Hudson Valley in case you want to make your wintery adventure a daycation, plus some helpful tips for keeping little ones safe while they sled.

Be sure to check our Guide to Winter Fun in Westchester and our Boredom Busters Guide for more ideas to keep kids busy on cold winter days.

Atlanta New Year’s Eve Guide 2025 for Families: Kid-Friendly Events, Fireworks & More

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Kids and parents can party into 2026 at the daytime New Year's Bubble Bash at Children's Museum of Atlanta. Photo courtesy of the museum

Usher in 2026 with New Year's Eve events for families in Atlanta! We've got the details on Noon Year’s Eve and NYE activities for kids in Atlanta—many of which end early since the kids usually can't last until midnight. Another fun way to celebrate the new year? Drive or walk through one of Atlanta's many holiday light shows! It's your last chance to catch some of our favorites like Noel Magic Light Show and Brook Run Park's Holiday Lights. 

For more inspiration over New Year's weekend, read our Fun Things to Do Over the Christmas Vacation with Atlanta Kids, as well as our Winter Activities Guide in Atlanta. And don’t forget to subscribe to our free newsletters to stay in the know of all the 2026 kid-friendly events and activities in Atlanta!

Best Sledding Hills on Long Island for Families

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Sledding and smiles go hand in hand on these Long Island sledding hills.

I've found that sledding hills near me on Long Island are a perfect way to spend a fun-filled snow day with the kids. Below, is a list of some of the best local sledding hills to catch fresh powder and wintertime thrills. 

Before sending kids careening down these Long Island sledding hills, always check the area for rocks, sticks, and other hazards. We recommend wearing helmets and proper snow gear for your sledding adventure, too.

Read ahead for all the sledding details before you bundle up your littles for a snowy family adventure. For even more seasonal activities check out our Long Island Kids Winter Fun Guide, with local skiing and snowboarding destinations, ice skating rinks, and more.

Orlando New Year’s Eve Guide 2025 for Families: Kid-Friendly Events, Fireworks & More

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Celebrate New Year's Eve at the magical Walt Disney World. Photo courtesy of Disney

New Year's Eve is almost here and that means 2026, and Orlando New Year's Eve fireworks, are just around the corner! While several Orlando New Year's Eve events are geared toward adults, there are many family-friendly parties to celebrate with kids. Many of these NYE activities for kids count down at an earlier hour, so you can still follow normal bedtime routines. If you have tweens and teens that can make it to midnight, some Orlando evening events include fireworks at the turn of the year. Read on for all the details of what's happening for Orlando New Year's Eve!

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