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13 New Year's Eve Fireworks, Balloon Drops, and Other Atlanta Celebrations for Kids

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Watch "Spencer" the stuffed animal possum drop from the sky in Tallapoosa, an hour's drive from Atlanta. Photo courtesy of event
12/22/23 - By Elsa Simcik

Usher in New Year's Eve as a family with kid-friendly Atlanta New Year's Eve events! We've got the details on New Year’s Eve and Noon Year’s Eve activities happening around Atlanta—many Atlanta events end early (since the kids usually can't last until midnight), so you can still book a babysitter for an adults' New Year's Eve celebration.

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 2024 kid-friendly events and activities in Atlanta.

Additional reporting by Rebecca Ruffin Leffler

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Party the day away ringing in 2024 at Noon Year's Eve at The Avenue Peachtree City. Photo courtesy of event
Party the day away ringing in 2024 at Noon Year's Eve at The Avenue Peachtree City. Photo courtesy of event

Atlanta New Year's Eve Events with Kids

New Year's Eve Celebration at Post Road Library

Cumming - Friday, December 29, 2023
Ring in 2024 a few days early with a celebration at the Post Road Library. Preschoolers and elementary-age kids will learn about how the world celebrates the new year with crafts, dancing, games, and more. The event concludes with a countdown and balloon drop! READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve at Sequoyah Regional Library System

Woodstock and Canton - Friday, December 29, 2023
Kids and families living near Woodstock can enjoy Noon Year's Eve at the Woodstock and Rose Creek libraries. Activities include snack, crafts, games, and a countdown.  READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve at Cobb County Public Library

Marietta - December 29 & 30, 2023
The Cobb County Public Library is hosting Noon Year's Eve events at Switzer and East Cobb branch locations on two different days. The free events includes stories, crafts, and music as kids usher in the New Year.  READ MORE

Glow Light Show & Festival

Lawrenceville - Last night! Through December 31, 2023
Glow Light Show & Festival is back at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. Glow has three different experiences the whole family can enjoy. READ MORE

Kids' Early New Year's Eve at Stone Mountain Park

Stone Mountain - Sunday, December 31, 2023
Stone Mountain Park counts down to 2024 at 9pm on New Year's Eve, so kids can get to bed at a good time. Families attend Stone Mountain Christmas with all of its activities and stay for the early New Year's Eve celebration.  READ MORE

New Year's Bubble Bash

Downtown - Sunday, December 31, 2023
Kids and parents can party into 2024 during the day at the Children's Museum of Atlanta. Visitors enjoy dancing, games, a DJ, and crafts (party hats and noisemakers!). Kids also make their own bubbles to ring in the new year!  READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve at Avalon - SOLD OUT

Alpharetta - Sunday, December 31, 2023
Celebrate NYE early at the Hotel at Avalon with a DJ, crafts and face painting. The event concludes with a giant balloon drop!  READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve at Skyline Park

Midtown - Sunday, December 31, 2023
Skyline Park welcomes families for a special Noon Year’s Eve celebration on the Roof at Ponce City Market. Tickets include admission, unlimited boardwalk games, mini-golf, slide, Heege tower, and all-you-can-drink hot chocolate.  READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve at The Avenue Peachtree City

Peachtree City - Sunday, December 31, 2023
Families head to the Avenue Peachtree City on New Year's Eve morning for a celebration at Central Park. Beginning at 10am, kids enjoy cotton candy, a DJ, a photo booth, face painting, sparkling cider and more! Countdown to noon with confetti cannons. The party continues until 12:30pm.  READ MORE

Noon Year's Eve Celebration at Hampton Park Library

Cumming - Saturday, December 31, 2023
Celebrate the New Year with the Hampton Park Library in Cumming. In addition to stories, crafts, and other activities, families will countdown to noon with a balloon drop.   READ MORE

New Year's Eve Bash at The Battery

Northwest Atlanta - Sunday, December 31, 2023
The Battery hosts a New Year's Eve celebration that has something for everyone. The Early Innings party, geared towards families, starts at 6pm and wraps up at 8pm with an inflatable balloon drop.  READ MORE

Tallapoosa Possum Drop

Tallapoosa- Sunday, December 31, 2023
Dress warm to watch "Spencer," the stuffed animal possum, drop from the sky in Tallapoosa, just an hour's drive west of Atlanta. The family-friendly New Year's Eve event features live bands, food trucks, and carnival rides.  READ MORE

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Brunch Party

Atlanta - December 31, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Families are invited to Atrium in Ponce City Market on New Year’s Eve & Day for a brunch party. The event is fun for all ages with mimosa bottle service, brunch specials, treats for kids and a DJ.  READ MORE

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