10 Noon Years Eve Events for Kids on 12/31/25

This list was compiled on December 26, 2025.

We are very excited to be hosting our own Noon Year's Eve Party with Amherst Kid's Closet at the Amherst Historical Society this year, however, registration filled up in record time, and we feel terrible for those who aren't able to join us. Fortunately there are LOTS of fun Noon Year's Eve events happening in and around Lorain County!

1. North Ridgeville Public Library ⌚11:00am - 12pm 📍 35700 Bainbridge Rd. North Ridgeville, OH 44039 💻 More Info (FREE - No Registration Needed) "Ring in 2026 with music, dancing and a special countdown for our ball drop at noon. Intended for ages 2 and up."
   

2. Lorain Public Library - Avon Branch ⌚11:30am - 12:15pm 📍 337485 Harvest Dr. Avon, OH 44011 💻 More Info (FREE - No Registration Needed) "Families are welcome to celebrate the new year early! Ring in the new year with music, activities and a countdown at noon"
   

3. St. Paul’s Church in Amherst ⌚10:30am - 1:00pm 📍 115 Central Dr. Amherst, OH 44001 💻 Contact the Chuch to Reserve Your Spot (FREE - Registration Required) "We welcome you to join us for our 2nd annual Happy NOON years eve party at St. Paul Lutheran Church, on Wednesday December 31st., from 10:30 a.m. till 1p.m. This FREE event is open to all children ages 3-12 years old (must be potty trained, no diapers). There will be music, dancing, a movie, a craft, and at noon we will gather together for the balloon drop and special "fireworks". We will also provide lunch, party hats, noisemakers, and photo-ops for the kids. We are limiting this to 30 kids so please get your reservations in early. Welcome 2026 in style come and join us. Contact the church for more information and to register: (440) 988-4157 / churchoffice@stpaulamherst.com
   

4. Southpark Mall / 11am-1pm ⌚11:00am - 1:00pm 📍 500 SouthPark Center, Strongsville, OH 44136 💻 More Info (FREE - No Registration Needed) "RealPopFusion Noon Year's Eve countdown show filled with games, entertainment, prizes, and more! Kid's Characters, wax hands, airbrush tattoos, etc. Followed by a balloon drop at the stroke of NOON!"
   

5. Tower City in Downtown Cleveland / 10am-1pm ⌚10:00am - 1:00pm 📍 230 West Huron Rd. Cleveland, OH 44113 💻 More Info (FREE - No Registration Needed)
   

6. Noon Year’s Eve Skate at Elyria Roll Arena / 11am-2pm ⌚11:00am - 2:00pm 📍 908 Cleveland St. Elyria, OH 44035 💻 More Info (Paid Admission) "Step into the New Year at Noon with a high-energy skate session the whole family can enjoy! Show off your best black and gold outfit and shine into the New Year in style.

   There will be: Balloon drop at noon - each balloon is packed with prizes and surprises

   Chance to win a $50 Roll Arena Gift Certificate

   Glow sticks for the first 100 skaters through the door

   NYE Party favors while supplies last

   Admission is $10.40, Skate Rental is $3.12, Roller Place Rental is $4.16. There is a 4% cash discount available."
   

7. Swings-N-Things ⌚9:00am - 12:00pm 📍 8501 Stearns Rd. Olmsted Falls, OH 44138 💻 More Info (Registration Required!) "Ring in the New Year at Swings-N-Things for the annual Noon Year's Eve Event! This event is perfect for kids with a balloon drop just before noon! Ticket includes:

   • Unlimited game play (no tickets/prizes will be won)

   • Unlimited Kids Korner (10 and under w/socks)

   • $5 gameplay certificate

   • PLUS a NYE count down and balloon drop at 11:45am

   Regular admission tickets are $20 and must be purchased by noon on 12/30/2025.

   Tickets required for each person who will be playing games. Tickets not required for observers. Doors open at 9am for younger guests.

   Advanced ticket purchases required. Event sells out every year! DO NOT WAIT TO REGISTER. No ticket sales at the door! Your name will be on a list at the door. Please bring your emailed receipt as proof or purchase."
   

8. PlayVille Play Cafe in Brunswick ⌚10:00am - 1:00pm 📍 1091 Pearl Road, Unit B Brunswick, OH 44212 💻 More Info (Registration Required - $18/child) "Come celebrate the New Year with us in a fun way. We will have open play, a balloon drop at noon, and we will toast in the New Year with some fun drinks and appetizers after the drop. A great way to celebrate the holiday with your youngsters!"
   

9. Play Haven Cafe in Strongsville ⌚10:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 3:00pm 📍 14783 Pearl Rd. Unit C, Strongsville OH 44136 💻 More Info (Registration Required - $20/child) "Join us on New Years Eve for a balloon drop, festive treats and activities!"
   

10. Jungle Junction in Bellevue ⌚10:00am - 12:00pm (Jungle open until 3pm) 📍 110 Cherry Blvd. Bellevue, OH 44811 💻 More Info ($5/person - Must be purchased ahead of time) "Family Fun includes: Balloon Drop & Sparkling Juice Toast @ Noon. Photo opportunities available. You must have a ticket in order for us to ensure we are not overcrowding. Tickets must be purchased in advance either in person or we will also offer will call tickets if you need to call and pay over the phone. (419) 484-5532"

BONUS: Cuyahoga County Public Library System has a few different branches that are also having Noon Year's Eve programs. Check out their website and different branch calendars to learn more!

CLE with Kids also has a great blog post with more fun NYE options!