New Year's Eve Around the World at Pretend City

Little ones can ring in the New Year early at Pretend City, where each countdown celebrates a different corner of the world. Festive music, dancing and cultural traditions lead up to every confetti drop.

The noon countdown honors Pakistan and the 2 p.m. countdown honors Greece, with a members-only Thailand countdown at 9:40 a.m. Wear your sparkliest party gear.

📅 Dates & Times

Thursday, Dec. 31, 2026: Countdowns at 9:40 a.m. (members only), noon and 2 p.m.

Museum closes at 3 p.m.

📍 Venue

Pretend City Children's Museum

29 Hubble

Irvine, CA 92618

👨🏻‍👩🏻‍👦🏻‍👦🏻 Age Requirement

All ages are welcome.

🎟️ Tickets/Price

Included with museum admission (children $22, adults $22, seniors $20). Space is limited, so book ahead.

Tickets and info for New Year's Eve Around the World at Pretend City

🍔 Food

Please check the website for more information.

🚙 Parking

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🌐 Website Link

Pretend City Children's Museum: New Year's Eve Around the World

🧭 Directions

Click on the “Google” map for directions.

Photo: Ermalfaro / CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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