Ring in the New Year a little early with a 300+ balloon drop at noon!
Join the Museum and East Lyme Parks & Recreation for southeastern Connecticut’s premier New Year’s event for children and families!
Start 2026 off with a one-of-a-kind experience! Wildlife Encounters of New Hampshire is coming to Countdown to Noon! Children will squeal with excitement as they meet animals such as a serval cat, porcupine, and arctic fox, along with interactive animals such as a mini pig, pygmy goat, and giant rabbit.
In addition to our animal show at 10:30am & 12:30pm, we’re having our fellow community organizations come with some hands-on crafts and activities for all ages. Plus special guest appearances from Captain America & Black Panther!
PLUS STARLAB IS RETURNING TO COUNTDOWN!
Explore the stars with STARLAB, the Museum’s portable, inflatable planetarium. This 20-minute program leads you through a learning journey of the stars, constellations and seasons with some stories from Greek Mythology along the way. For ages 6 and up. Additional fee/special ticket required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. All parties must have a STARLAB ticket.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED: nianticchildrensmuseum.org/countdown-to-noon
The MUSEUM IS CLOSED on New Year’s Eve as all the fun has moved just minutes away at the East Lyme Community Center, 41 Society Rd., Niantic, CT.
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