# Noon Years Eve at the Museum

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thu, Dec 31 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center, 10209 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Fairfax City Historic Resources
- Official page: https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQEOKk2SN-Uen_rj_T1kxyWGMnAskgcnAtaoV4IihjNHW0vWLO-SqGuN1l_Ft7Nu_HDOXSkCxesNc5quLtOo10ERHhMZnO3VeW23uyWyb3owbzSgDJA9vpz8oX9mOcTP0o_6xYxYxjxXxOCZjrKjz9Mvon8FtkQaNqWb
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Celebrate the New Year with a midday countdown and family activities. Children can ring in the new year without staying up late.

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