The end of the year always seems to go by quickly and find itself filled to the brim with holiday preparations and events. It can be hard to enjoy the last bit of the year, especially amidst an overwhelmingly busy schedule. These tips and tricks will help you plan a restful New Year’s celebration so that your family can stay in the moment, reflect on the year’s experiences, and ring in the new year stress-free.
Decide Your New Year’s Eve Approach
Is your family excited to be out and about, soaking in the New Year’s dazzling introduction at a community event? Or would you prefer a calm evening at home, making the most of family time through intentional activities? Whichever route you choose, New Year’s Eve is a wonderful opportunity to have fun together.
Reflect and Look Forward
Gather everyone together before the evening’s events and talk about the year you’ve all had: its ups and downs, favorite memories, and proud achievements. Think about what stood out to you from the year, and brainstorm ways to make this next year even better. Do you all want to explore more? Start a new creative hobby? Cook together? Come up with your top five ideas and put them in a visible place in your home so that everyone can remember what they are and make them happen.
Plan for a Fun and Safe Evening
Community New Year’s Eve celebrations can draw large crowds, making traffic heavy and parking hard to find. If you decide to attend an event, make sure you get there early and be aware of traffic around you. If you’re bringing young children along, bring some activities like coloring sheets to keep them occupied on the way there. Dress for winter Colorado weather–layer up and don’t forget your gloves!
Create a New Tradition
New Year’s Day is the perfect chance to try something new and create a tradition for the years to come. Try a new hike, make a special treat, or volunteer for a local organization. There are endless ways to make the first day of the year a special one.
Denver New Year’s Eve Spotlight
Noon Year’s Eve
Dec. 31st, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Perfect for families with little ones, Noon Year’s Eve offers a chance to celebrate the New Year with special activities, tasty treats, and hourly ball drops.
Children’s Museum Denver Marsico Campus. mychildsmuseum.org
New Year’s Eve at the Mile High Tree
Dec. 31st, 9 p.m. to midnight
This event is a great way to bring the family together and welcome the new year with digital ball drops at 9 p.m. and midnight.
Civic Center Park. denver.org
