Stone Mountain Park Activities Festivals & Events Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration December 31Park hours: 12 PM – 9 PM Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration Attractions close at 9 PM immediately following the Early New Year’s Eve Celebration and countdown. There is no additional countdown at midnight. Purchase a Stone Mountain Christmas Ticket or Mountain Membership to visit during the Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration! Come early and experience park attractions and be immersed in holiday magic with an evening full of festive music, millions of dazzling lights, spectacular shows, and visits from some of your favorite holiday characters! Then countdown to the New Year early at 9 PM with music, dancing, a magical snowfall, and fireworks! Skyride open 10 AM – 3:00 PM**Please note that lines may close earlier to ensure all guests in queue can ride before closing time. Check the calendar for specific dates and times. Buy Tickets Book hotel Book camp site Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve Celebration Because kids are just as excited to ring in the New Year as their parents—but need to be in bed before midnight—Stone Mountain Park is set to host an early New Year’s Eve Celebration. During Stone Mountain Christmas on Dec. 31, Stone Mountain Park will operate the Christmas event as usual including the Magical Christmas Drone & Light Show, and then we’ll ring in the New Year early with a magical snowfall and early countdown. When the clock strikes 9 PM, enjoy fireworks to usher in the New Year (early)! Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve is available during Stone Mountain Christmas and is included with a daily Christmas Attractions Ticket or annual Mountain Membership. Please check calendar for hours of operation prior to your visit. Buy Tickets Video of Kids’ Early NYE Things To Know 12/31/2025 Crossroads Free for Mountain Members Included with an Attractions Ticket Countdown at 9 PM Flight to the North Pole is available with a Combo Ticket back for New Year’s eve Fire Drones During Kids’ Early New Year’s Eve, the Drone & Light Show will feature drones with precisely timed pyrotechnic effects releasing fire, sparks, and motion from Santa’s sleigh, as well as a star from atop a Christmas Tree. Attractions Summit Skyride Take a ride to top of the mountain in this cable car with 360 degree views. 10 AM – 3 PMPlease note that lines may close earlier to ensure all guests in queue can ride before closing time. Scenic Railroad All aboard this five mile train ride through the woods and around the base of the mountain. Enjoy the special sing-along nighttime experience. Dinosaur Explore Did you know dinosaurs love to celebrate the holidays? Visit our dinosaurs to see what they’re doing to get in the Christmas spirit and stick around into the night to see the special Christmas Dino Glow Experience. 4-D Theater Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer shines in an all-new magical 4-D Experience. All Attractions
