12/31: New Year’s Eve Bash

 

We’re transforming an entire wing of the Museum into a giant Times Square-style party with the biggest confetti drop you’ve ever seen!


Activities

 

Children’s concert with 2023 Best Children’s Album Grammy nominees Wendy and DB (morning only)

Dance into the New Year: DJ and dance party (afternoon only)

Watch bubbles float, pop, and soar in this interactive Bubble show with the Amazing Jason that will leave children giggling and amazed.

Creative Crafts: Design your own party hats and noisemakers

Photo Ops: Snap your family’s “midnight” moment in front of our backdrop and photo frame decorating

BEST OF ALL: At “midnight,” gather in and take part in a Times Square-style confetti drop to close each of the two sessions!


Tickets

Reserve your spot for the confetti drop!

Adults and Children

Members:

$26

Non-members: $36

Infants (< 12 months):

Members:

FREE

Non-members: Free

Tickets for Morning Session: 8:30 AM – 11 AM

Tickets for Afternoon Session: 12:30 PM – 3 PM

Tickets include access to all activities and indoor exhibits.

Tickets required for both adults and children for entry. Infants under 12 months of age are free and do not require tickets. Due to the popularity of this event, all ticket purchases are non-refundable. Member discounts not applicable for corporate or reciprocal members. The Museum currently does not require face masks for guests. Please respect other guests’ choices.


See some highlights from previous years:


Video highlights include the Amazing Jason juggler, A-Z DJ Entertainment, the morning and afternoon confetti drops, and more.

 


Kohl Children’s Museum would like to thank the sponsors who have made New Year’s Eve Bash 2025 possible:

 

Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

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Admission

General Admission

  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Infants (Under 12 months): Free
  • Members: Free
  • Military/Veteran: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
  • Museums for All Program (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5/person up to 6 admissions

All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Save $2 per ticket with an advanced general admission reservation!

 

Members-Only Hours: 8:30 – 9:30 AM Daily
The Museum is closed for general admission on these holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve

Please check our list of dates with adjusted hours.

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