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Events Description
Ring in the new year before bedtime!
Celebrate as a family with a magical before-midnight countdown at the London Children’s Museum! With fizz-tastic science experiments, confetti cannons and a rockin’ dance party, we’re ready to ring in the new year with all our friends! Come ready to sparkle, make some noise, and welcome a brand new year full of curiosity and wonder!
The Big Countdown!
5, 4, 3, 2, 1, Happy New Year! Gather together in the middle of the museum for the big countdown and confetti cannons as we welcome in a new year full of fun and wonder, as a community!
Location: Farm Works
Rockin’ New Year’s Dance Party
With The Alpha DJ Company
Show off your best moves as DJ Alpha keeps the dance floor jumping and full of energy!
Location: The Annex
Celebration Photo Station
Sparkle, shine, shimmer and smile! Strike a pose and take a photo to commemorate the new year in style at our New Year’s photo spot!
Location: Picnic Park
Fizz-tastic Science Celebrations
Join us for hands-on science fun that fizzes, bubbles and adds a little extra excitement!
Location: 1st Floor Farm Works Factory
DIY Noisemakers and Party Hats
Drop into the Discovery Lab before The Big Countdown to craft your very own noisemaker and festive party hat to help you ring in the new year with style!
Location: Discovery Lab
Snack Bar
Need a refreshment break after dancing the morning/afternoon away? Visit our Snack Bar for a granola bar, goldfish crackers, fruit gummies, juice or soda!
Location: Flex Rooms 1 & 2
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
- TBA – New Year’s Countdown 2026 tickets drop on November 15th, 2025 at 10:00am
- This is a premium event and is not included in general admission.
- Members receive a special discount on tickets! Tickets must be purchased in advance, and this event sells out quickly! Walk-in admission will not be available. This is a stroller-free event.
How to get tickets?
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Morning Celebration: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
Afternoon Celebration: 1:00 PM–3:30 PM
Please note: The Children’s Museum will close between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to prepare for the afternoon celebration.
Venue:
London Children’s Museum, 100 Kellogg Ln, London
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