New Year's Eve is the most exciting day of the year, so of course you'll want the little ones to join in with the festivities. The capital is filled with fantastic events and experiences for everyone to get involved with, from celebratory dinners to mini-golf competitions and scavenger hunts. Explore our guide to family-friendly New Year's Eve events in London and get 2025 off to a flying start.
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Last updated on 12th November 2024
@ Dabbers Hackney on Various dates from Sunday 24th November 2024
Looking for things to do with the little ones this New Year's Eve? Dabbers Hackney is hosting this Family Bingo Show that's simply perfect. Not only will your children love the hilarious challenges and magical mocktails, but there will also be a little boogie as a DJ plays fun tunes.
@ Pop Brixton on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 11:00 - 15:00
When it comes to child-friendly New Year's Eve parties in London, Supa Dupa Fly has got you covered. Head to Market Halls for a daytime rave fit for the whole family. Plenty of activities like face painting and dance battles will fill little ones with fun for the new year.
The Montague on The Gardens Hotel is one of the most luxurious spaces around, boasting four stars and a prime location right by the British museum. There are multiple stylish dining spaces to choose from for your New Year's Eve feast, with the option to book your own private room too. Bring along your family for an indulgent meal from their a la carte menu, which features everything from herb-crusted lamb rump to chargrilled asparagus and sea trout with crushed new potatoes.
@ Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus is the brand's flagship European venue, offering an experience of iconic memorabilia, amazing American food, live music and more. This New Year's Eve, dine on three courses of festival fare including surf and turf burgers or the classic turkey dinner with two drinks included for £84.95 each, with the kids meals only coming in at £19.95 per person.
@ The Rivoli Ballroom on Tue, 31st Dec 2024 @ 20:00 - 1:30
The Gala Ball at Rivoli Ballroom, one of the oldest ballrooms in London and a favourite in the South-East of the city, is a great choice for New Year's Eve events with kids in London. Everyone over 6 is free to join, with DJ Andy Smith playing Rivoli specials mixed together with pop, upbeat festive tracks and party classics.
Putt in the Park is a brilliant family day out. Tee off with the kids at this quirky New Year's Eve spot in Battersea and you'll be able to play 12 holes of outdoor mini-golf, with refreshments in the form of tasty Neapolitan-style pizzas.
Don't worry, The Chesterfield Mayfair's gorgeous afternoon tea is still around on the eve of 2025. Nab a children's winter wonderland ticket for the little ones and maybe a Champagne-laced affair for the adults, so you can toast in style (we are celebrating after all).
@ Coal Drops Yard on Various dates from Thursday 21st November 2024
Thanks to under 12s playing for free when accompanied by an adult, Club Curling is a great pick for your family New Year's Eve in London with kids. Take to your own lane to get stuck into this icy activity as a group, with space for up to six people at a time for only £9 each. You can play anytime from 12 to 8pm, and there's a bar serving booze and hot drinks throughout.
