Family New Year’s Eve at the Indiana State Museum is an alcohol-free celebration for all ages with a dance party hosted by a live DJ, face painting and hands-on activities in Celebration Crossing. Families can also ride the Snowfall Express train. Train tickets must be bought online in advance along with an event ticket, and children ride with an adult.
The night ends with a countdown to 2027 and a giant balloon drop in the Great Hall at 8:30 p.m.
Tickets are $18 per person, members receive a 25% discount and children 2 and under are free. Access Pass tickets are $8 and can be bought in person or by calling 317-232-1637. Each ticket includes a $4 parking validation.