A New Year's Eve concert and fireworks show will take over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia this year, but that's not the only show in town. From the city to the shore, here are just a few of the celebrations planned for Dec. 31.

Fireworks in Philadelphia

There will be multiple fireworks shows in the city this New Year's Eve. 

Benjamin Franklin Parkway: A concert on the parkway will start at 8 p.m. Wednesday, followed by fireworks at midnight. Gates open at 6 p.m. 

LL Cool J headlines the concert with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Adam Blackstone, Dorothy and Technician The DJ. The event is free and open to everyone. 

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Delaware Riverfront: Two fireworks shows will also happen along the Delaware Riverfront at 6 p.m. and midnight. The shows are centered at the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, which requires tickets, but will be visible from other locations in the area as well. 

Fireworks in Pennsylvania suburbs

Sesame Place: Ring in the New Year with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and — of course — Count von Count with a fireworks show at 6 p.m. at Sesame Place in Langhorne.

Bethlehem Peepsfest: Celebrate 2026 with the two-day Peepsfest on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. at the Bethlehem SteelStacks. The iconic chick drop is at 5:35 p.m. both days, followed by fireworks.

Kennett Square's Midnight in the Square: Head to Chester County Wednesday night for live entertainment starting at 7 p.m., a mushroom stress ball drop, and a midnight Mushroom Drop in Kennett Square.

Fireworks in New Jersey

Hammonton fireworks and blueberry drop: If a blueberry drop is more your style, head to the heart of blueberry country — Hammonton, New Jersey will celebrate on Wednesday evening with live music, dancing, hot chocolate, fireworks and a midnight Giant Blueberry Drop.

Battleship New Jersey: Hop aboard the Battleship New Jersey to see the fireworks over the Delaware River at 6 p.m. or midnight on New Year's Eve. The ship opens at 4 p.m. for the first show and 10 p.m. for the later celebration. Food, drinks and live music will be available onboard.

Ocean City: Ocean City will celebrate First Night with a full slate of activities and entertainment for all ages including the Pennsport String Band, a skate party, ice skating and much more.

Fireworks in Delaware

Riverfront Wilmington: Head to the waterfront in Wilmington for a 6 p.m. drone light show on New Year's Eve. 

Kid-friendly Parties and New Year's Eve events

Adventure Aquarium: Perfect for little ones who won't make it to midnight. Adventure Aquarium's New Year's Eve Celebration kicks off at 11:45 a.m. with a dance party and games before a "countdown" to noon.

Brandywine Zoo New Year's Eve: Brandywine Zoo's New Year's Eve celebration is free for members and $5 for non-members, though kids under 2 can get in for free. The party will have a ball drop at noon and sparkling apple cider. Online registration is highly recommended.

Gladwyne Free Library: The library's NYE party kicks off at 11 a.m. with crafts and family-friendly activities before a countdown to noon. Separate registration is required for each child.

Hammonton Family Success Center: Another New Year's Eve celebration catered to kids. The celebration begins at 11 a.m. in the Hammonton Town Hall parking lot, where families can enjoy food, games, crafts and a confetti countdown to noon.

Please Touch Museum's Countdown to 2026: Timed tickets are required for the Please Touch Museum's New Year's Eve celebration for kids – either from 9-11:30 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. Both sessions will have a DJ dance party, ball drop countdown, access to museum exhibits and more.