Things to Do New Year's Eve in Orange County with Kids (2023)

Looking for some family-friendly New Year's Eve events to attend? Look no further. Here is a list of family and kid-friendly New Year's Eve Parties in Orange County. There are Noon Year's Eve and New Year's Eve Party that are fun for the whole family!

Orange County New Year's Eve Parties for Kids and Families

The following are OC family-friendly events that are open for reservations on New Year's Eve! Please make sure to check their websites for further details and info.

Anaheim New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Countdown to 2024 at GardenWalk!

December 31, 2023
5pm - 1am
Anaheim GardenWalk
400 Disney Way, Anahiem, CA 92802
This event is a FREE COMMUNITY EVENT!!  Carnival and Street Vendors await your exploration. Yes, there's a big grand dance party for the Countdown. Come join with your community and friends to dance into the year of 2024! We will have MULTIPLE STAGE ACTIVATION! There will be Live Band, Live Performances, and great music for you to dance all night long!

Golfland New Year's Eve Party

December 31, 2023
6pm - 1am
Camelot Golfland
3200 Carpenter Avenue, Anaheim CA
Get ready to wave goodbye to the old and usher in the new at Golfland's annual New Year's Eve party! Kickstart 2024 with a bang, as the festivities begin at 6pm sharp on December 31st. Tickets are just $35.99 when pre-purchased online until 12/30, and $39.99 at the door! Your passport to fun includes unlimited video games*, mini-golf, race cars, laser tag, a dance floor that will keep you grooving, and a magical midnight countdown.

Buena Park New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Knott's New Year's Eve Party

December 31, 2023
9am - 1am
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm with special fireworks, live entertainment, and special extended hours for the one-night event. Say goodbye to the final moments of 2023 with memorable festivities including Merry Farm seasonal performances. Activities for the whole family include a family-friendly comedian, live bands, swing dancing and more. Count down the final moments of 2023 with festive music, party hats and noisemakers making this night extra special.

This year’s line-up of can’t miss entertainment are:

• Midnight Fireworks Spectacular
• Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies
• DJ HowLy
• PianoMania Dueling Pianos
• The Calico Mine Stage will blast unforgettable pop and rock music courtesy of the band Midnight Hiatus
• Fiesta Plaza will feature Adelaide Pilar playing upbeat Latin music.
• Family-friendly comedian Chipper Lowell.
• Jitterbug Pop Swing Band, Dance Instructors, and the Jitterbug Jumpers
• New Year’s Eve Buffet from 4 pm-10 pm. Walk-up only.

Knott's Merry Farm’s festivities are also included:

• Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas
• Nightly snow and glow experience
• A Christmas Carol and The Gift of the Magi, 1885.
• Knott’s world-famous holiday treats
• Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village

New Year's Eve at John's Incredible Pizza

December 31, 2023
7pm until 1am
John's Incredible Pizza
8601 On The Mall, Buena Park, CA 90620
Ring in the new year at John's Incredible Pizza with an All-You-Can-Eat Buffet, Games, Rides and New Year's Eve countdown! Hurry, capacity is limited, so buy your tickets today before they sell out.

Costa Mesa New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

New Year's Celebration at Winter Fest OC!

December 31, 2023
10am - 12:30am
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Dr Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Celebrate the New Year with a special countdown, dazzling firework show, snow flurries, confetti cannons, live performances, and more! Enjoy extended hours on New Year's Eve filled with winter attractions such as:

• NEW snow play
• Ice tubing
• Blizzard bumpers
• Carnival rides and games
• Ice skating
• All NEW North Pole Journey immersive experience
• Live entertainment from popular tribute bands featuring a twist on Taylor and a 24K Bruno Mars tribute.
• Seasonal food and drinks
• Dozens of photo opportunities and more.

Cypress New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Noon Year's Eve with Kid Imagine Nation at the Cypress Library

December 31, 2023
11am
Cypress Library
5331 Orange Avenue, Cypress, CA
Imagination is gone at the library??? It's up to Rachel, Aaron, and YOU to bring it back before the New Year begins! Come sing, dance, and laugh with us during this high energy show.

Fountain Valley New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

New Year's Eve at Fountain Valley Skate

December 31, 2023
3 sessions to choose from
Fountain Valley Skate
9105 Recreation Circle, Fountain Valley, CA
Ring in 2023 at Fountain Valley Skate in Fountain Valley! Enjoy a full night family-friendly fun on the skate rink. $20 per person, $7 skate rental. Plus get ready to watch the ball drop at midnight!

Fullerton New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Urban Air's New Year's Eve Event for Families

December 31, 2023
6 - 9pm
Urban Air Adventure Park
1515 S Harbor Blvd Suite 10, Fullerton, CA 
The first annual family-friendly neon New Year's Eve event! There will be games, music, and party favors for everyone. We will also be having two special guests whose names rhyme with Ben & Karbie following a balloon drop at 9pm!! 

First Night in Fullerton New Year's Eve Celebration

December 31, 2023
7pm
Fullerton Downtown Plaza
125 E. Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton, CA
Ring in the New Year with us at 'First Night' at the Downtown Fullerton Plaza! Join the city's most exciting New Year's Eve event.

• Live Music: Journey Through Time will be on the Main Stage and Soundbytes & Latin Soul Band LA will be on the Harbor Stage.
• Culinary Delights: Savor an array of delicious food and beverage options from
gourmet food trucks and local vendors.
• Family Fun Zone: Activities designed for all ages, including face painting, balloon and character artists, stilt walkers, interactive kids games, and more.
• Fireworks Extravaganza: The night sky illuminates with a breathtaking fireworks display at midnight.

Irvine New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Celebrate the New Year at Dave & Buster's Irvine

December 31, 2023
4pm & 9pm (two times!)
Irvine Spectrum Center
661 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA
Bottles popping! People cheering! Power Cards tapping! New Years Eve at Dave & Buster’s is more than just a good time — it’s the ultimate way to kick off a year of FUN! Grab tickets for your whole crew and stop by for an exclusive New Year’s event at D&B — a jam-packed night of unlimited video game play, top tier entertainment & yes, lots & lots of toasts! Cheers!

Admission includes:

• Appetizer Buffet
• Unlimited Soda, Coffee, or Tea  
• New Year's Toast
• $20 Power Card with 100 chips for redemption games
• Unlimited Video Game Play for non-redemption games
• Party Hats & Noisemakers

New Year's Eve Family Carnival at The Hanger

December 31, 2023
Noon - 6pm
Hangar 24 Orange County
17877 Von Karman Ave, #110, Irvine, CA
Family Friendly NYE Fun! The Gumball's performing from 1-5pm. Bounce house, inflatable slide and games. Plus face painting and balloon artist!

Noon Year's Eve Party at Pretend City

December 31, 2023
10am - 4pm
Pretend City
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
5..4..3..2..1..HAPPY NOON YEAR! Join us for our annual New Year’s Celebration in the middle of the day! We will celebrate the new year at different times throughout the day as the sun travels across the different time zones! There will be a confetti countdown 4 different times to celebrate the new year in Bangladesh, Dubai, Athens, and London, as it turns to midnight in these different cities! We will also have New Year’s activities and art for our little ones to enjoy! 

3 Countdown Celebrations:

• 9:30am (Member’s Only Countdown)
• 12pm
• 3pm

Orange New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

New Year's Eve at Holiday Skate

December 31, 2023
8pm - 1am
Holiday Skate
175 N. Wayfield, Orange, CA
Ring in 2024 at Holiday Skate in Orange! Enjoy a full night of family-friendly fun on the skate rink. Price include skates, skate time, pizza, hats, horns, contests, prizes and giveaways. Plus get ready to watch the ball drop at midnight!

Celebrate the New Year at Dave & Buster's Orange

December 31, 2023
4pm & 9pm (two times!)
Irvine Spectrum Center
661 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA
Bottles popping! People cheering! Power Cards tapping! New Years Eve at Dave & Buster’s is more than just a good time — it’s the ultimate way to kick off a year of FUN! Grab tickets for your whole crew and stop by for an exclusive New Year’s event at D&B — a jam-packed night of unlimited video game play, top tier entertainment & yes, lots & lots of toasts! Cheers!

Admission includes:

• Appetizer Buffet
• Unlimited Soda, Coffee, or Tea  
• New Year's Toast
• $20 Power Card with 100 chips for redemption games
• Unlimited Video Game Play for non-redemption games
• Party Hats & Noisemakers

Santa Ana New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Orange County's Biggest Desi New Year's Eve Party for Families

December 31, 2023
8pm - 1am
Hovnanian Complex- Gugasian Hall
5315 W McFadden Avenue, Santa Ana, CA
Get ready to ring in the New Year like never before! Dance the night away to the electrifying beats of our live DJ, who will keep the party going! Be captivated by the mesmerizing Belly Dance performances that will leave you in awe! Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of authentic Indian cuisine, prepared by our talented chefs. From aromatic biryanis to delectable curries, your taste buds will be in for a treat! 

Tustin New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

New Year's Eve at Bowlero in Tustin

December 31, 2023
Multiple Time Slots
2405 Park Avenue, Tustin, CA
Celebrate with our exclusive New Year's Eve package! Enjoy private lanes and non-stop fun, complete with food, drinks, and sparkling champagne toasts. This New Year, eliminate the stress of planning and focus on creating unforgettable moments.

Yorba Linda New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids

Noon Year's Eve at My Gym Yorba Linda

December 31, 2023
11:15am - 12:15pm
My Gym Yorba Linda
18525 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, CA
Kids can't make it to midnight? Parents can't make it to midnight? Join us and countdown to Noon. There will be games, music, balloon drop and more! Ages 0 - 8 years. Parent Participation is required (this event is not a drop-off)

Just Beyond OC

Here are some family-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations happening just outside of Orange County.

Noon Year's Eve Party at Discovery Cube Los Angeles

December 31, 2023
9am - 6pm
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
175 N. Wayfield, Orange, CA

Legoland's Kid's New Year's Eve

December 31, 2023
10am - 7pm
LEGOLAND California
One LEGOLAND Drive, Carlsbad, CA

"Midnight" comes early for families at LEGOLAND California Resort, celebrating the New Year together without missing their bedtimes. LEGOLAND California creates fun for the entire family at San Diego's largest Kids' New Year's Eve Party!

Join in the festivities and celebrate the New Year early with rides, activities, and a whole lot of fun. Celebrate with an early fireworks display illuminating the sky and welcoming in 2023.