New Year’s Eve is here, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than with fun New Year’s Eve crafts for kids?
Crafting is a great way to keep the whole family entertained, and these fun activities are perfect for kids of all ages. From creating DIY noisemakers with cardboard tubes and pipe cleaners to designing festive hats and party poppers, these projects will make your New Year’s Eve celebration even more special.
Using simple materials like paper plates, construction paper, and even a toilet paper roll, you can turn your free time into a creative adventure.
Whether you’re making a countdown clock, crafting your own confetti popper, or assembling paper fortune cookies, these New Year’s Eve activities are a fun way to reflect on the previous year while looking forward to the coming year.
Plus, many of these crafts are easy to create with items you already have at home or can grab from the dollar store.
Add some sparkle with Elmer’s glitter glue, make noise with jingle bells and musical instruments, or pour creativity into a fireworks painting. Not only are these great ideas for a New Year’s Eve party, but they’re also an easy way to involve young children in the celebration.
Best of all, we’ve included links to free printables and full instructions to make your crafting as simple as possible.
So gather your supplies, put on your creativity hat, and let’s dive into these fantastic fun New Year’s Eve crafts to make your new year’s day extra memorable.
Whether it’s a time capsule, treat bags, or a ball drop card, these projects are sure to bring great fun and smiles to the entire contents of your home!
New Year's Eve Crafts For Kids
Make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable with these 20 creative craft ideas for kids!
From sparkling wands and party hats to sensory bins and DIY noisemakers, this list is packed with activities that are perfect for all ages.
Whether you’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party or spending a cozy evening at home, these crafts provide hours of entertainment and are a fantastic way to celebrate the end of the year while looking forward to the next.
With step-by-step tutorials, free printables, and ideas that use everyday materials, these projects are easy to set up and fun for kids to complete. From glittery fireworks paintings to recycled water bottle noisemakers, there’s something for everyone. Plus, many crafts double as festive decorations and keepsakes to cherish for years to come.
Let your kids explore their creativity, count down to midnight, and start the new year on a fun and crafty note with these fantastic ideas!
This simple tutorial from us here at In The Playroom guides you through creating festive party hats perfect for New Year’s Eve. With minimal supplies and easy steps, this craft is a fun way to let kids personalize their own celebratory headwear.
Celebrate the new year with a creative twist! Our free printable coloring pages feature festive designs that kids can color to their heart's content, making it a great pre-celebration activity.
Bring the sparkle of fireworks indoors with this glittery craft from In The Playroom. Kids will love creating their own festive displays.
Add some flair to your New Year’s Eve party with these printable party glasses! In The Playroom offers a free template for kids to decorate and wear during the celebration.
This enchanting craft from Projects with Kids shows you how to make sparkling wands using simple materials, perfect for ringing in the new year with a touch of magic.
Create exciting party poppers with this tutorial. These fun, customizable poppers are a fantastic way to add a festive bang to your celebration.
Add some sensory fun to your celebration with this glittery slime recipe from Little Bins for Little Hands. It’s a hands-on activity that kids will love exploring.
This sweet craft from Life Over C’s lets kids make wishing wands to set their intentions for the new year. It's a perfect blend of creativity and mindfulness.
Capture the magic of the new year with this fingerprint craft from Our Kid Things. It’s a unique way for kids to create art while making lasting memories.
Count down to the new year with this interactive clock craft from Buggy and Buddy. A fun and educational activity for kids to celebrate in style.
Create dazzling fireworks rings with this tutorial from Fantastic Fun and Learning. A great craft to celebrate the new year with colorful flair.
Perfect for toddlers, this craft from Red Ted Art turns simple materials into bubble wands for magical New Year’s fun.
Let us show you how to make paper fortune cookies with fun new year’s messages, a creative activity with a personal touch.
This craft from I Heart Crafty Things helps kids create a festive 3D artwork, making it a standout decoration for New Year’s Eve.
A printable 3D coloring page that doubles as a fun and festive New Year card.
Create a shiny paper plate disco ball to welcome the New Year with some sparkly fun!
A festive firecracker craft perfect for adding sparkle to New Year celebrations.
Capture the moment with a printable time capsule for New Year memories.
Shake in the New Year with this fun and easy-to-make noise-maker craft.
Spin and paint your way to exciting firework designs with this fun activity!
Turn simple paper cups into dazzling fireworks for New Year’s fun.
Create colorful fireworks with this creative salt painting technique.
Celebrate with free printable New Year cards kids can color and share!
Engage little ones with a themed sensory bin from Fun with Mama. Filled with exciting textures and items, it’s an ideal activity for young children.
This classic craft from No Time for Flash Cards uses everyday materials to create a fun and meaningful New Year’s project.
Reuse water bottles to create festive noisemakers with this eco-friendly craft from Kid-Friendly Things to Do.
Create your own New Year’s Eve ball with this DIY guide from Ms. Alisha Carlson. A fun and creative project for the whole family.
This free printable countdown clock from Red Ted Art is a great way to involve kids in the New Year’s countdown, helping them practice telling time while celebrating.
As the clock ticks closer to midnight, these fun and festive New Year’s Eve crafts are the perfect way to bring joy and creativity to your celebration.
Whether you’re making glittery noisemakers, creating a personalized countdown clock, or crafting keepsakes like a time capsule or fortune cookie messages, these activities are a fantastic way for kids to reflect on the past year and welcome the next with excitement and creativity.
The best part is that these crafts are easy to make, use simple materials, and are enjoyable for the entire family.
So gather your supplies, get your little ones involved, and make this New Year’s Eve a celebration to remember.
New Year’s Eve Printable Games for Kids
As well as crafts, try some of these printable games!
- New Years Pictionary Game Printable
- New Years Bingo Printable (Up to 10 Players!)
- Free Printable New Year Ispy Games
- New Year Roll a Story Printable
- 3 Printable New Year Games for Kids
Here’s to a new year filled with creativity, laughter, and many more moments of togetherness. Happy New Year!
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.