So, your kid has a bedtime but wants to celebrate the New Year, too? Well, you don’t have to choose between 2022 and your child’s sleep patterns this New Year’s Eve.
These events are packed with fun New Year’s Eve fun for families on Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, and happen well before midnight. Check out this list to find one that fits your family’s needs and kiss 2021 goodbye.
Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some in-person events may have safety protocols in place and some may cancel without any warning. Call your chosen event for details before heading out.Â
Michigan Mitten Drop
Dec. 31, 2021Â
- Address: Canterbury Village, 2359 Joslyn Court, Lake OrionÂ
- Cost: $7/person, $5/parking
Ring in the New Year with costumed characters, kids’ activities and a mitten drop at 6:30 p.m.
Mount Clemens New Year’s Eve Party and Fireworks
Dec. 31, 2021
- Address: Downtown Mount Clemens area
- Cost: Free
Visit The Discovery Center (54 Cherry Street) for kids’ activities from 4-9 p.m. An adult party with fireworks at midnight follows.
New Year’s Eve Bash and Balloon Drop
Dec. 31, 2021Â
- Address: Rochester Play, 380 E. 2nd St., RochesterÂ
- Cost: Contact for details
Visit this spot at noon for their Noon Year’s Eve event. After, countdown to 2022 with a balloon drop.
New Year’s Eve Glow Skate
Dec. 31, 2021Â
- Address: Skateworld of Troy, 2825 E. Maple Road, TroyÂ
- Cost: Contact for details
Ring in the New Year with a glow-in-the-dark roller skating event.
NYE Kids Countdown
Dec. 31, 2021Â
- Address: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., DetroitÂ
- Cost: Free
This annual event offers all of the traditional fun of New Year’s Eve well before midnight. Ring in 2022 with live music, dancing, kids’ activities and much more.
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