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!
There are Two Celebration Times to Choose From:
Morning Celebration: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
Afternoon Celebration: 1:00 PM–3:30 PM
Tickets for both New Year's Countdown celebration times drop on November 15th, 2025 at 10:00am
Morning Tickets Afternoon Tickets
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.
December 31, 2025 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Morning Celebration
Ticket sales begin November 15th at 10:00 am
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 Selfie 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
December 31, 2025 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Afternoon Celebration
Ticket sales begin November 15 at 10:00 am
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
