Illustration of felt children and a helper at a small wooden table crafting ornaments in a cozy room with holiday trees (New Year's Eve LAUNCH!)
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New Year's Eve LAUNCH!

Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem team up to present a family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year. Visitors can enjoy interactive art-making activities, live magic shows, face painting, temporary tattoos, and a silent disco. The event culminates with an early countdown for all ages.

Thu, Dec 31, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

4:30 pm-6:00 pm.

Location

Artists’ Row · 24 New Derby St, Salem, MA 01970 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-focused

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Make room in your plans for the early countdown, which takes place just before the celebration ends.
  • Allow time to try several activities, including art-making, magic shows, face painting and temporary tattoos.
  • Bring children ready to join in, since the program includes hands-on art-making and face painting.
  • Consider whether your group would enjoy the silent disco as well as the other activities.

Special Events & Promotions

  • An early countdown takes place just before the event ends.

Links & Contact

Run by Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the celebration family-friendly?

Yes. LAUNCH! is presented as a family-friendly New Year’s Eve party.

What activities are planned?

Programming includes art-making activities, magic shows, face painting, temporary tattoos and a silent disco.

What can children do at the event?

They can take part in art-making, face painting and temporary tattoos, among the other activities.

Will there be a countdown?

Yes. The celebration includes an early countdown just before the event ends.

Is there music or entertainment?

The program includes magic shows and a silent disco.

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