Best Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events in South Florida (2026)

Looking for ways to ring in the New Year with your family? Miami is packed with fun and festive events perfect for kids and parents alike. From Noon Year’s Eve celebrations to sparkling firework displays, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of family-friendly New Year’s events happening in Soflo.

1One Festival on New Year’s Day (Free)

Flagler Street and SE 3rd Avenue, Downtown Miami

January 1, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Keep the celebration going with bounce houses, face painting, a live DJ, and more.

Night in the Garden New Year’s Eve – Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL

6:00 PM – Midnight (extended hours; some programming may run until 12:30 AM)

An evening New Year’s Eve celebration with illuminated gardens, live entertainment, and festive activities.

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Miami Children’s Museum – Noon Year’s Eve

12:00 PM Balloon Drop and Confetti
A festive early countdown perfect for little ones.
Admission: Included with museum admission
Cost: $30 adults and children
Tickets available 

Museum of Discovery and Science Fort Lauderdale – Noon Year’s Eve

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Ball Drop at 12:00 PM
A full day of immersive science, music, dancing, and hands-on fun.
Admission: Free with museum admission
Cost: Adults $29.50 | Children $23.50

Neon New Year’s Eve at Gulfstream Village Free

9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
A family-friendly celebration with food, music, drinks, and entertainment.
Location: Gulfstream Village

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration – Paradox Museum Miami

Paradox Museum Miami, 2301 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33127

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Celebrate the New Year early with a family-friendly noon countdown and complimentary New Year’s accessories for kids and adults.

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Downtown Countdown – Fort Lauderdale (Free)

Starts at 4:30 PM
A street festival for kids and adults featuring inflatables, face painting, games, and live entertainment.
Location: SW 2nd Street and SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale

City of Miramar Pre–New Year’s Eve Celebration (Free)

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Countdown at 4:50 PM
Family fun with inflatables, face painting, popcorn, ice cream, a DJ, and more.
Location: 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, FL 33027

City of Miramar New Year’s Eve Celebration (Free)

9PM – 12:30am
Location: 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar, FL 33027

New Year’s Eve at Bayfront Park (Free)

6:00 PM – Midnight
Miami’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration featuring the Big Orange, live music, and a midnight fireworks show.
Location: Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132

Plantation Walk New Year’s Eve Celebration (Free)

11:30am – 1:30pm 

Kid Friendly NYE with music, countdown, party favors and more!
Location: Plantation Walk 321 N University Dr, Plantation, FL 33322

Happy Noon Year Iceplex

11:15am

Kid Friendly NYE at the Iceplex! With games, countdown at noon and more!
Location:  800 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. https://www.ftlwarmemorial.com/iceplex

Orchestra Miami New Year’s Eve Beach Concert (Free)

Enjoy a free outdoor concert on the sand. 8pm-12am
Location: Collins Park Beach, between 21st and 22nd Streets, Miami Beach

Noon Year’s Eve at Sugar Sand Park

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
An early celebration designed for younger children.
Location: Sugar Sand Park Community Center, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton
Space is limited; adult supervision required. Pre-registration required by December 30.

Countdown to Noon Year’s Eve – Cox Science Center

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Hands-on science fun with a festive noon countdown.
Admission: Included with museum admission
Cost: Adults $26 | Teens $24 | Children (3–12) $22 | Seniors $24 | Children under 3 free
Location: 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Rock ’n Noon Year’s Eve – Young At Art Museum

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A high-energy family celebration with a live DJ, bubbles, dancing, and a balloon drop at noon.
Admission: Included with general admission

New Year’s Eve at Play at Kings – CityPlace Doral

Kid Friendly celebration with buffet, cookie decorating, coloring and balloon drop! 

Cost: $35 per person includes:

Bowling sold separately and is first come, first served.

Free admission for children 3 and under.

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