The New Year is fast approaching! If you’re looking for something to do with your kiddos to celebrate, browse this list of family-friendly New Year’s Eve fun in Macomb County to enjoy ringing in 2025.
New Year’s Eve Gala in Downtown Mount Clemens
Dec. 31, 2025
- Address: Main Street area, downtown Mount Clemens
- Time: Starts at 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Free
If the kiddos can actually stay up until midnight for the ball drop, take them to downtown Mount Clemens for the ball drop and live entertainment. Or, send them home with grandma and grandpa so you and your partner can ring in 2026 in pre-kid style! There will be fireworks at midnight, too.
New Year’s Party at Zap-Zone
Dec. 31, 2025
- Address: 43680 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights
- Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
- Cost: Tickets start at $49.84/player
All attractions are unlimited during this event. Attractions include Laser Tag, Glo Golf, Fly Zone, Adventure Courses and Bumper Boats. There will also be a balloon drop at midnight and festive party favors.
Kids NYE Bash at Ike’s
Dec. 31, 2025
- Address: 38550 Van Dyke Avenue, Sterling Heights
- Time: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
- Cost: Kids $23, adults $29
Families can welcome the new year in a bright, upbeat setting made for kids. The afternoon includes a balloon drop, face painting, light up balloon twisting, a Build a Buddy station, games and a mocktail bar for kids. A pizza and breadstick buffet is included. Adults can purchase seven dollar mimosas and Bloody Marys during the event.
Family New Year’s Eve Party at Sterling Lanes
Dec. 31, 2025
- Address: 33200 Schoenherr Road, Sterling Heights
- Times: 2-4:30 p.m. & 6-8:30 p.m.
- Cost: $90 per lane for up to five bowlers
Families can kick off New Year’s Eve with a fun and easy outing made for all ages. Each lane includes two and a half hours of bowling, a large pizza, a pitcher of pop, party favors and shoe rental. Prepayment is required to reserve a lane. This event works well for families looking to celebrate before the countdown while keeping things simple and kid friendly.
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This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated for 2025 by Andreas Mork-Barrett.
