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 2024. Find ideas for welcoming in the new year!
For Families
December 31
Tuxes and Tiaras Noon Year’s Eve for Tots. Dress up and join us for a special early celebration. 11:30 a.m. Portage Lakes Branch Library, 4261 Manchester Road, Akron, akronlibrary.org
New Year’s Eve Nature Celebration. Toast at noon, activities. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Rd., Russell, geaugaparkdistrict.org
Tower City Center’s Noon Year’s Eve. Balloon drop, character meet and greets, dance parties, and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Skylight Park, 230 W. Huron, Cleveland, towercitycenter.com
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
Zoo Year’s Eve. Noon ball drop, crafts and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Akron Zoo, 505 Euclid Ave., akronzoo.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. 12-2 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
Countdown to Noon. New Year’s Eve family storytime followed by an early countdown to 12:00 (noon). Ages 2-6. Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 Center Ridge Road, westlakelibrary.org
Just for Parents
December 31
Disco Inferno’s New Years Party. Buffet dinner, open bar, balloon drop and more. 6:30 p.m. 532 W. Market St., Akron, thetangier.com
Huge Polka Dance Party. See the Drewadnoughts. Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., Cleveland, musicboxcle.com
A Night on the Runways. A night of unforgettable glamor, excitement and entertainment. 8 p.m-1 a.m. The Aviator, 20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, aviatorpubcleveland.com
Five Black Diamonds NYE Celebration. Featuring award winning Blues singer and guitarist. 7 p.m. Hampton Inn, 23300 Oakwood Commons Dr., Mayfield Village, eventbrite.com
Grand New Years 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 full buffet, open bar and live entertainment. 12 a.m. 4888 N. Broadway, thelodgeatgeneva.com
Generations Social Club NYE Celebration. Dance, party and enjoy the amenities. 7 p.m. -5 p.m. Holiday Inn, 600 Rockside Road, Independence, gensocialclub.com
