Spend New Year's Eve celebrating with Sharkey at the Downtown Aquarium and enjoy a delicious buffet, balloon drop, contests & giveaways for the kids. read more ...

Create a show-stopping balloon drop at home with this simple DIY tutorial — perfect for New Year’s Eve, birthdays, or any festive occasion. Learn how to set up a fun and memorable surprise ...

The main event: a balloon drop at noon with 2,025 balloons. “The balloons go everywhere. It’s just such a fun and exciting experience for the kids to enjoy,” said Camille Rodriquez at the event.

New Year’s Eve Balloon Drop & Bubble Wrap Stomp! Ring in 2018 with crafts, snowball fights and balloon drops at noon and 2 p.m. Tickets required: $12. Thinkery, 1830 Simond Ave. thinkeryaustin.org ...