Ring in 2025 with some family fun with New Year’s events all around Lexington and Central KY.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Sky Zone GLOW Year’s Party at NOON 2024
9:30 am (check in) – Noon
Ring in the New Year at Noon! This family-friendly GLOW event is perfect for all ages- but especially great for younger kids who can’t stay awake until midnight. Enjoy a two hour jump in GLOW – our blacklight/laser experience- followed by a ball drop & confetti-filled countdown! Complimentary Slushie Toast for everyone at noon! Tickets are $20.25 (+tax) and include a GLOW shirt. Check-in begins at 9:30am! (The event ends at 12:00pm so come early)
Please note: Space is VERY limited so we recommend pre-purchasing tickets to guarantee your spot. We have sold out this event every year we have held it. This is a special event outside regular hours so Winter Passes passes / Memberships are not valid during this time. Non jumpers that wish to accompany small kiddos on the court must wear SkySocks and a neon/white or glow shirt. Shirts may be purchased for $6
Main Event New Year’s Celebration
10 am – 2 pm and 2 pm – 6 pm Party Options
Enjoy an unforgettable day filled with laughter, music, and excitement. The first 200 registered will be entered into a chance to win free Laser Tag for a year! Don’t miss out on this epic event to kick off the new year in style! And the best part is Kids Eat Free with an adult ticket, you can also purchase discounted tickets for any additional children. See you there!
Lexington Children’s Museum
10 am – 5 pm
Kid friendly countdown at Noon
Candy Mountain Music
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Saturday, January 4, 2025
5:30 pm – 8 pm
NEW YEAR’S
KIDS NIGHT OUT Ages 5 12 yrs
Musical activities, movement games, play, movie and a BALLOON DROP! Please bring a packed dinner and water bottle! Drop off is at 5:30 and pickup is at 8pm
Noon Year’s Eve Party at the Beaumont Library
11 am – Noon
Ring in the New Year with fun games, crafts, and activities, all leading up to the big countdown to 12 noon! For families. No registration required.
New Year’s Noon at Get Air
11 am – 1 pm
There’s no need to stay up late – ring in the new year early at Get Air Trampoline Park on December 31 from 11 AM to 1 PM! We’ll be celebrating 2025 with a countdown and balloon drop at noon! Don’t miss out on the games, giveaways and prizes! Tickets will be sold at the door. Pricing will be the same as regular ticket pricing and can be found on your local park’s website.
Champs Entertainment Center Noon Year’s Eve 2024
Noon – 9 pm
Celebrate New Years 2024 with our Family Noon Years Eve Event from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm for $30. Enjoy All of the Roller Skating, Laser Tag and Miniature Golf you can play. Skate Rental Additional. Fun for the entire family complete with NYE Hats, Horns, Noise Makers, a huge Balloon Drop at 8:00 pm plus we are giving away $2500 in cash and prizes. Our Noon Years Eve event if a Family event and is Safe, Healthy and most of all FUN!
New Year Around the World at the Eastside Library
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Let’s celebrate the New Year with traditions from around the world! Let’s celebrate the New Year with traditions from around the world! What do placing three potatoes under the bed in Colombia, smashing a peppermint pig in New York, and watching the ball drop in Times Square have in common? Come find out as we ring in the New Year with unique traditions from around the world! Parents and caregivers can enjoy sampling teas from across the globe. Fun for the whole family!
Cincinnati Happy ZOO Year 2024
4 – 10 p.m.
Guests are invited to ring in the New Year at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. “Party Animals” of all ages are invited to celebrate the 16th annual Happy ZOO Year, powered by Arlinghaus Plumbing, Heating Air, Conditioning & Electric. This New Years’ bash will take place at the Zoo on December 31 with a kid-friendly, early countdown at 8pm featuring the Zoo’s 40-foot tall digital tree.
NYE @ CBC
5 pm – Midnight
Here comes New Year’s Eve, Lexington style! Lexington is celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2025, and the year-long party officially starts on New Year’s Eve, inside at Central Bank Center.
New Year’s Eve at Central Bank Center, presented by Maker’s Mark, will feature a celebration for people of all ages with food trucks, beverages, music, and more. The event is free and open to the public.
“Come on downtown, and join the party. We’ve got something for everyone!” Mayor Linda Gorton said.
The children’s event will continue to 8 p.m. in the main exhibition halls on the second floor of Central Bank Center.
Beginning at 9 p.m., it’s time for an older crowd to join the fun. Live music by “Tee Dee Young” and “Honeychild” will be at the center of the celebration. Food, drinks, and a special countdown to midnight led by Mayor Gorton will make for a festive experience for all.
There will be a Maker’s Mark area, where the official 250Lex cocktail will be served.
Eunice Beatty and Kip Cornett, 250Lex Commission Co-Chairs said, “The New Year’s Eve party kicks off a year of celebrating all things Lexington.”
Parking will be available on High Street. The High Street parking lot will open at 5 p.m. with an hourly rate for the evening. Ride share is encouraged. Ride-share drop-offs and pick-ups will be located on Vine Street.
Food and beverages are available for purchase. A clear bag policy will be enforced.
Collins Bowling Lanes
New Years Eve Bowling Party Packages
Youth Party (5 PM – 7 PM): Celebrate with the little ones early! Enjoy family-friendly bowling, music, and a fun atmosphere tailored for kids including festive party favors.
Family Party (8 PM – 10 PM): Gather your loved ones for an evening of strikes and spares! Includes bowling, shoe rental, and festive party favors perfect for all ages.
Late Night Countdown Party (11 PM – 2 AM): Ring in the New Year with an electrifying bowling bash! Enjoy unlimited bowling, a live countdown at midnight, champaign toast for adults, and a lively party atmosphere.