# Noon Year’s Eve and New Year’s Eve with kids in Rochester, 2026

> We found three kid-friendly New Year’s Eve events in and around Rochester with 2026 dates: three Noon Year’s Eve countdowns, two of them free. They’re spread over three areas, from Henrietta to Rochester. A noon countdown means a balloon drop or bubble-wrap stomp at midday, home in time for nap.

- Last checked: 2026-10-30
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## Noon Year’s Eve

- **Noon Year's Eve Party at Henrietta Public Library** at Henrietta Public Library (Community Room and grand staircase), 625 Calkins Rd, Rochester, NY 14623. When: Thu, Dec 31, 2026. Time: 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Price: Free; no registration. The library calls this its annual party. Music and dancing in the Community Room lead to a countdown on the grand staircase, where confetti cannons fire at noon. They're loud, so bring ear protection for little ones who startle easily. Official page: https://hpl.libcal.com/event/17063861 (checked 2026-10-28)
- **Noon Year's Eve at Webster Public Library** at Webster Public Library, Community Room, Webster. When: Thu, Dec 31, 2026. Time: 11:30am–12:15pm. Price: Free; no registration. Kids make crafts and then count down to a balloon drop at noon. Official page: https://websterlibrary.libcal.com/event/14699599 (checked 2026-10-30)
- **Kids' Noon Year Party at Ontario Play & Cafe** at Ontario Play & Cafe, 1861 Scottsville Road, Rochester. When: Thu, Dec 31, 2026. Time: 11am–12:30pm. Price: See the cafe's events page. Live music, dancing, party hats and noisemakers, ending with a countdown to noon. Official page: https://www.ontarioplay.com/events (checked 2026-10-30)

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## FAQ

### Where is Noon Year’s Eve in Rochester?
Noon Year's Eve Party at Henrietta Public Library at Henrietta Public Library (Community Room and grand staircase): Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 11:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. (Free). Noon Year's Eve at Webster Public Library at Webster Public Library, Community Room: Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 11:30am–12:15pm (Free). Kids' Noon Year Party at Ontario Play & Cafe at Ontario Play & Cafe, 1861 Scottsville Road: Thu, Dec 31, 2026, 11am–12:30pm (See the cafe's events page).

### Is there a free New Year’s Eve event for kids in Rochester?
Yes: Noon Year's Eve Party at Henrietta Public Library and Noon Year's Eve at Webster Public Library.

### What is a Noon Year’s Eve?
A New Year’s countdown for little kids held at noon on Dec. 31 instead of midnight, usually with a balloon drop, bubble-wrap stomp, crafts and music. It’s over before nap, so nobody has to stay up late.

### How do you check these New Year’s Eve listings?
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