Whether you’re leaving the kids at home with a babysitter for a night out, or spending a family-friendly “Noon Year’s Eve” together, there are many great options for fun during the last days of 2025. Find ideas for welcoming in the new year!
For Families
December 31
Noon Year’s Eve Party. Enjoy a dance party, crafts and games to ring in the new year. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Firestone Park Branch Library, 1486 Aster Ave., Akron, akronlibrary.org
Happy ‘Noon’ Year Party. Celebrate with music, games, dancing, snacks and a balloon drop. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., mentorpl.org
Noon Year’s Eve on the Water. Welcome the new year without losing sleep aboard Lady Caroline’s family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve cruise. Noon-2 p.m. 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland, ladycaroline.com/cruises
Noon Year’s Eve Skate. Mock countdown, balloon drop, characters and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. United Skates of America, 30325 Palisades Pkwy., Wickliffe, unitedskates.com
New Year’s Eve Nature Celebration. There will even be a “toast” at noon and pizza and beverages provided. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The West Woods,9465 Kinsman Road, Russell Township, geaugaparkdistrict.org
Just For Parents
New Year’s Eve Celebration. Buffet dinner, open bar, balloon drop and more. 6:30 p.m. 532 W. Market St., Akron, thetangier.com
CSNY Tribute by Long Time Gone. 7:30 p.m. Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, musicboxcle.com
New Year’s Eve: Fire & Ice. Live entertainment, chef curated food and desserts, LED Photobooth and much more. 8 p.m-1 a.m. The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, aviatorpubcleveland.com
Five Black Diamonds 2026 New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. Open bar, hats, noise makers and masquerade provided. 7 p.m. Mediterranean Party Center, 25021 Rockside Road, Bedford Hts., eventbrite.com
Grand New Year’s Celebration Gala. Wonderful food, entertainment and drinks in the Grand Ballroom. 7 p.m. Galaxy Restaurant, 201 Park Center Dr., Wadsworth, galaxyrestaurant.com
New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake. Come enjoy a grand buffet, open bar and live entertainment. 4888 N. Broadway, thelodgeatgeneva.com
Generations Social Club NYE Celebration. Dance, party and enjoy the amenities. 7 p.m. Holiday Inn, 600 Rockside Road, Independence, gensocialclub.com
