Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in West Palm Beach, FL
4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL 334052 yr–12 yrs
90–210 min
morning
Seasonal: Dec 31Coming up · Dec 31 — 2026: Thursday, Dec 31, from 9 AM; cider toast at noon. Expires after Dec 31, 2026.
Cox Science Center & Aquarium's family New Year's party starts at 9 AM with live science demos, music and dancing, face painting and DIY confetti launchers, then a dry-ice apple cider toast when the clock strikes noon. Any event price isn't posted; general admission is $26 adults and $22 kids 3–12 ($2 off each through Apr 16, 2027), free for members and kids under 3. Call 561-832-1988 to confirm.
Why kids love it
A countdown at noon instead of midnight, so the whole family can ring in the new year and still nap.
West Palm Beach · West Palm Beach area
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
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Quick facts
- Address
- 4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
- Cost
- Event price not posted; general admission is $26 adults, $24 teens and seniors, $22 kids 3–12 (each $2 off through Apr 16, 2027), free under 3 and for members. Call 561-832-1988 to confirm
- Ages
- 2 yr–12 yr
- Time needed
- 90–210 minutes
- Best time
- morning
- Setting
- Indoor
- In the rain
- Still works
- Season
- Dec 31. 2026: Thursday, Dec 31, from 9 AM; cider toast at noon. Expires after Dec 31, 2026.
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Questions about Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center
Is Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center for ages 2 yr–12 yr. A countdown at noon instead of midnight, so the whole family can ring in the new year and still nap.
How much does Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center cost?
Event price not posted; general admission is $26 adults, $24 teens and seniors, $22 kids 3–12 (each $2 off through Apr 16, 2027), free under 3 and for members. Call 561-832-1988 to confirm. Prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
How long should we plan for Noon Year's Eve at Cox Science Center?
Most families spend 90 to 210 minutes. It is at its best in the morning.
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