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First Night at Casino Pier
First Night Ocean County at Casino Pier Arcade! Ring in the New Year early with a day full of family fun at Casino Pier Arcade!
Join us for First Night Ocean County, a kids’ New Year’s Eve celebration packed with exciting entertainment and magical memories.
Be amazed by The Extreme Magic of Eric Wilzig! FREE SHOW 1pm
Character Meet & Greet with your favorite Toys! Snap some photos, and get creative with FREE Face Painting. It’s a rootin’-tootin’ good time! 2pm-4pm
Enjoy an amazing bubble-filled experience with giant bubbles, magical tricks, and plenty of fun for the whole family! FREE Show with OMG Bubbles! 2:45pm
Dance Along to your favorite K-Pop songs with the Pop Stars! 4pm
End the festivities with a festive balloon drop and countdown to the New Year! Balloon Drop at 4:30pm in the center of the arcade!
Fireworks presented by Seaside Heights BID at 5pm (weather permitting)
Perfect for families, this daytime celebration is filled with laughter, wonder, and holiday cheer—so your little ones can experience the magic of New Year’s Eve without staying up past bedtime!
Where: Casino Pier Arcade, Seaside Heights
When: December 31st – 1pm-5pm
All shows are located in the Center of the Arcade.
The Meet & Greets will be strolling through the Arcade