If you’re planning to celebrate New Year’s when the clock strikes 12:00 PM, instead of 12:00 AM, you’re in the right place. Here’s a list of New Year’s celebrations for families happening around the area that will still let you get your kids snuggled into bed well before the clock strikes midnight.
Did we miss one? Add it to our community calendar and select the category “New Year’s Celebrations” for it to appear on the list below!
Don’t forget to check out our Holiday Events Guide. Many attractions listed continue into the New Year!
Visit San Francisco Moms Blog for even more New Year’s events happening in the area.
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice exhibition
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, United StatesNew exhibition roars into the Museum on Saturday, September 21 Come face-to-face with dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes. Travel back to the Cretaceous Period and learn about these mysterious […]
Honk! JR
Historic Hoover Theatre 1635 Park Ave, San Jose, CA, United StatesPlayful People Productions, a theater education nonprofit in San Jose, will present Honk! JR., a family-friendly musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling, with music by George Stiles […]
Go City San Francisco: Explorer Pass
Go City: San Francisco Passes 749 Howard Street, San Francisco⭐ Go City San Francisco: Explorer Pass offers the opportunity to visit multiple attractions in San Francisco at a discounted price. Ticket types🎫 Adult (13+) - 1 to 5 days🎫 Child (3-12) […]
‘Tis the Season for Science
California Academy of Science 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA, United StatesThis holiday season the California Academy of Sciences will be buzzing with wintry activities for all ages, including adorable four-legged animals, a holiday marketplace, and icy science experiments. At ‘Tis […]
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA, United StatesConsistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists […]
San Francisco’s 7D Experience
Flyer Thrill Zone & 7D Experience 39 Pier Jamboree Road, San Francisco, CA, United StatesTickets for 7D Experience in San Francisco🎫 7D Experience Regular Ticket for 1 Person🎫 Combo Ticket for 1 Person including The Flyer San Francisco Highlights🔫 Grab your blaster and play […]
Polar Play Days at The Tech Interactive
The Tech Interactive 201 S Market St, San Jose, United StatesWelcome to Polar Play Days at The Tech Interactive! Explore the magic (and science!) of winter and the joy of the holiday season. This family-friendly event offers a blend of […]
Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Tour & Bay Cruise
Union Square 333 Post St, San Francisco, CACross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge for awe-inspiring views of the San Francisco Bay
Redwoods & Wine Country: Day Trip from San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco Union Square 333 O'Farrell Street, San FranciscoTake a peaceful walk in a serene forest of Coastal Redwoods
Christmasville in Emeryville
Christmasville in Emeryville 1311 61st Street, Emeryville, CA, United StatesExperience the joy and magic of Santa and the North Pole right in the heart of Emeryville! Santa is eager to welcome your family into this cozy home for a […]
