New Year’s Eve Celebrations for Families in Huntsville
Is the idea of staying awake until midnight laughable in your house? If your crew is usually down for the count by 10 PM (or let’s be real, even earlier), you shouldn’t have to miss out on the sparkling festivities.
Whether you are looking for a high-energy “Noon Year’s Eve” celebration, a way to keep your social butterfly of a teenager occupied, or just a fun way to burn off some holiday break energy, the Rocket City has plenty of options that don’t require a pot of coffee to stay awake for.
🎉 Ways to Celebrate in the 256
We’ve curated a list of the best kid-friendly New Year’s Eve events in Huntsville and North Alabama. From mascot dance parties at The Orion to early countdowns at our local museums, there is a celebration for every age group.
Local New Year’s Eve Events for Kids & Families
New Year’s Eve with Dave & Buster’s
Dec. 31 | 4-7 PM
Cost: $33.79/person
Dave & Buster’s | More Info
Ring in 2026 with a celebration the whole family will love!
Join for an unforgettable Family New Year’s Eve experience packed with fun, games, food, and more festive excitement.
Includes
- Appetizer Banquet & Dessert
- Unlimited Soft Drinks
- $20 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play
- Party Hats and Favors
- Ginger Ale Toast
Skating in the Park Lil’ Ball Drop
Dec. 31 | 7-10 PM
Cost: $10-20 per person
Big Spring Park Rink | More Info
Enjoy live music by Metropolian Disc Jockey from 7-10 p.m. Ball Drop is at 8:30 PM. The rink will be open 11 A.M. – 10 P.M.
New Year’s at Noon: A Family-Friendly Celebration
Dec. 31 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The Orion Amphitheater | More Info
Bring the whole crew out to celebrate New Year’s at Noon! Join under the Dome for family-friendly festivities galore. Countdown to noon, share a sparkling apple cider toast, and dance it out with not just Bluey and Bingo, but beloved mascots from your favorite local teams too!
EarlyWorks Family of Museums Noon Ball Drop
Dec. 31 | Noon
Cost: $7-12
Earlyworks Children’s Museum | More Info
Celebrate NYE at noon at our favorite children’s museum! Event is included in general admission.
Noon Year’s Eve Party at Madison Public Library
Dec. 31 | 10 AM-12PM
Cost: $7-12
Madison Public Library | More Info
Snacks, crafts, photo booth, k-pop dance party, and a noon countdown with confetti drop.
Noon Year’s Eve Party at The Bunny Hive
Dec. 31 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $30-50
The Bunny Hive | More Info
Ring in the new year early (and still make naptime) at this Noon Year’s Eve Party! The perfect photo opp, balloons, “confetti”, and of course.. a count down!
Noon Year’s Eve Skating Party
Dec. 31 | 11 AM – 1 PM
Cost: $6-15
Huntsville Ice Sports Center | More Info
Celebrate the final skate of the year with ice skating, a puck drop at noon, bubbly drinks, and prizes!
Noon Year’s Eve at Altitude
Dec. 31 | 11 AM – 1 PM
Cost: $6-15
Altitude Trampoline Park | More Info
HUGE balloon drop, tons of energy, laughter, and memories, cheers with kid-friendly beverages!
Happy Noon Year at Stars & Strikes
Dec. 31 from 10 AM – 1 PM
Cost: Free admission, with specials available for activities.
Stars and Strikes | More Info
Noon Years is a New Year’s Eve celebration for kids 12 yrs old & under to celebrate the New Year at no cost!Guests are treated with a PRIZE-FILLED Balloon Drop at NOON!To top it off, $20 game cards can be purchased for just $10! $20 game cards can be purchased for just $10 from 10am-1pm ONLY.
🏠 The “Party at Home” Plan
Not feeling the crowds? Sometimes the best memories are made in pajamas. You can still make the transition to 2026 special with a DIY “ball drop” at home, festive snacks, and a “Netflix countdown” that you can trigger whenever you’re ready for bed.
Throw Your Own Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve Party
Your House | Get Our NYE Ideas
Lots of families will be ringing in a new year at home, and we have put together some awesome ideas you can use for your party that the kids will love!
🥂 Date Night: Parents Only
If you were lucky enough to snag a sitter for the final night of 2025, it’s time to celebrate! If you’re looking for live music, fancy dinners, or a sophisticated toast to the New Year, we have a couple of “Grown-Ups Only” itinerary ready for you.
New Year’s Eve with Dave & Buster’s
Dec. 31 | 9 PM-1 AM
Cost: $68.79/person
Dave & Buster’s | More Info
Ring in 2026 at Dave & Buster’s, the ultimate New Years Eve Party Venue
Celebrate in style at Dave & Buster’s with an evening designed for adults who love great food, great fun, and a high-energy countdown like no other.
Get your tickets now for New Years Eve at Dave & Buster’s in Huntsville!
Includes
A chef-crafted appetizer banquet and dessert
Unlimited soda
$15 Power Card with unlimited video game play
A midnight champagne toast to welcome 2026 (ages 21+)
Lights, Glamour, Garden! A New Years Eve Premiere
Dec. 31 | 9PM – 1AM
Cost: $125-150
Huntsville Botanical Garden | More Info
Ring in the new year with style, sparkle, and Old Hollywood glamour at Huntsville Botanical Garden! Lights, Glamour, Garden is your invitation to welcome 2026 in unforgettable fashion — surrounded by friends, great music, and the Garden’s magical nighttime scenery.
Whatever you choose, we hope your transition into the New Year is safe, fun, and involves at least a little bit of sleep!
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