Bourbonnais, IL – Families looking for a kid-friendly way to celebrate the New Year without staying up late can take part in a Noon Year’s Eve celebration at the Exploration Station.
According to the Bourbonnais Township Park District, the event is designed especially for young children and offers the excitement of a traditional New Year’s Eve countdown—just earlier in the day. The celebration runs from 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, December 31, and ends with a festive ball drop and countdown at noon.
The Noon Year’s Eve program includes party games, hands-on crafts, party horns, and a snack bar, giving children a full New Year’s experience in a daytime setting. The event is open to children ages 2 to 10, making it accessible for families with younger kids who may not be able to stay awake until midnight.
The cost to attend is $15 per child, and the event will be held at the Exploration Station in Bourbonnais. Organizers encourage families to register in advance, as space may be limited. The registration deadline is Saturday, December 27.
Bourbonnais Township Park District officials say the event allows families in Kankakee County and the greater south suburban Chicago region to celebrate the New Year safely and conveniently, while still keeping the tradition fun and memorable for kids.
Parents and caregivers can register online through the Bourbonnais Township Park District’s MyVSCloud registration system.
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