Come hand out with the fireflies and experience a natural light show at Firefly Night! Reservations are required.
You and your kids will learn about these fascinating creatures and play a fun game or two. Bring a flashlight ans water bottle and wear closed-toe shoes. The entire program will take place outside.
For families with kids ages 4 and up. Free, but reservations are required.
9 p.m. at Rockwoods Reservation in Wildwood.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov or call 636-458-2236.
New Year's revelers of all ages (even those with a bedtime!) are invited to ring in the new year a little bit early with a special Noontime New Year's Eve celebration at The Magic House.
More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.
Bring your kids to the Missouri History Museum for the Winter Getaway and enjoy free holiday and history-themed activities for the whole family.
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Yucandu Art Studio. Kids in grades K-5 can celebrate with arts & crafts projects followed by a countdown to the Stomping of the Bubble Wrap!
New Year's Eve at Winterfest is designed for the whole family, and includes ice skating, fire performers, appearances from some of your kids' favorite princesses and superheroes, fireworks and more.