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Bubble Bash: A Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville

Enjoy all that the museum has to offer in this annual Bubble Bash NYE party. Activities include bubble science displays, musical performances, making wearable art, and two countdowns. Tickets required.

$20 – $35

Noon Year’s Eve

Village Commons (North Riverside) 2401 S. DesPlaines Ave., North Riverside

Games, crafts, and a noon countdown.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park

Ticketed timeslots will include a balloon drop, photo booth, and much more. Purchase in advance to ensure participation.

$30

Noon Year’s Eve Party

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles

Celebrate the end of 2025 with the St. Charles Public Library.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva

Join the Geneva Public Library for storytime and a balloon drop.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg

Play games and enjoy a balloon drop at noon.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve Skate

Hruby Ice Arena at Ridgeland Common 415 Lake Street, Oak Park

Skating activities and games, with a noon countdown.

$15 – $20

Happy Noon Year Party

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights

Arts and crafts, dancing and more at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Hinsdale Public Library 20 East Maple Street, Hinsdale

Join the festive fun at the library. Register in advance.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge

Celebrate the new year with festive fun at the library. Register in advance.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Oswego Public Library-Montgomery Branch 1111 Reading Dr, Montgomery

Head to the library for festive fun.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve Pajama Party

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton

Dance 2025 away with the Wheaton Public Library

Free

Family New Year’s Eve Bash

Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora

Dance, jump, make crafts, and enjoy the balloon drop at noon. Must register in advance.

$15 – $19

Skating in the Park and NYE Fireworks

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont

Enjoy fireworks display at midnight, with late hours for skating.

Noon Year’s Eve

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove

Celebrate with a dance party.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party

Riverside Public Library 1 Burling Rd, Riverside

Join the dance party and countdown. Registration is required.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood

Enjoy the NYE fun that ends in a balloon drop.

Free

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

See Navy Pier's annual fireworks display live in person.

Free

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