Children's Discovery Museum Noon Year's Eve & Winter Wonderland

About this adventure

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose hosts its beloved annual Noon Year's Eve celebration and winter wonderland, giving families with young kids the full excitement of New Year's Eve without having to stay up past bedtime. Throughout the purple museum building and outdoor Bill's Backyard discovery garden, children participate in hands-on festive science and art labs, crafting decorative party noisemakers, designing glittery celebration crowns, and experimenting with colorful ice sculpting. At noon, excitement peaks as giant sparkling disco balls drop amidst countdown cheers, showerings of festive biodegradable confetti, and lively dance music on the amphitheater stage. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Exceptional accessibility throughout all museum galleries, ramps, elevators, and outdoor gardens with generous indoor stroller parking. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated private Infant Care Room equipped with padded glider rockers, electrical outlets, changing pads, and soft dimmable lighting. • Age Suitability: Specifically designed for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary children up to age 10. • Sensory Tips: High energy and excited noise during the 12:00 countdown; quiet reflection galleries and sensory quiet kits with ear protection available at admissions.