Delightful New Year's Songs for Kids

Here is a delightful collection of New Year’s songs for kids. Whether you’re counting down to midnight, reflecting on resolutions, or simply celebrating the joy of a fresh start, these playful tunes set to familiar melodies will keep everyone smiling and singing along.

Each song comes with its own unique charm—from energetic countdowns to sparkly celebrations, and even a cheerful ode to setting goals!

So gather the kids, warm up those vocal cords, and let’s welcome the New Year with music, laughter, and maybe a little dance party, too!

Song 1: The New Year

(Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”)

Count the clock, it’s almost here,
Say goodbye to the old year.
Ten to one, the time is near,
Cheers and laughter, friends so dear!
New Year’s here, let’s celebrate,
Hopes and dreams, it will be great!

(10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, YAY!!!!)

Song 2: Sparkling New Year

(Tune: “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”)

Shine, shine, New Year bright,
Light the skies tonight.
Sparkle, sparkle, dreams take flight,
The New Year feels just right!

Song 3: If You’re Ready for the New Year

(Tune: “If You’re Happy and You Know It”)

If you’re ready for the New Year, clap your hands,
(Clap, Clap)
If you’re ready for the New Year, clap your hands,
(Clap, Clap)
Jump around, twirl about,
Wave your hands and give a shout!
If you’re ready for the New Year, clap your hands.

(Clap, Clap)

Song 4: Try my Best

(Tune: “Mary Had a Little Lamb”)

This year I will try my best,
Try my best, try my best.
This year I will try my best,
To make each day shine bright.
I’ll be kind and I’ll be strong,
Sing a happy, joyful song.
This year I will try my best,
And do what I know is right.

Song 5: New Year Countdown Fun

(Tune: “Bingo”)

There was a day to celebrate,
And New Year was its name-o!
10, 9, 8, 7, 6,
5, 4, 3, 2, 1…
Oh what fun to celebrate, the New Year’s finally here-o!

We danced and cheered and laughed out loud,
The countdown was exciting!
10, 9, 8, 7, 6,
5, 4, 3, 2, 1…
Oh what fun to celebrate, the New Year’s finally here-o!

Song 6: Midnight Fireworks

(Tune: “Old MacDonald Had a Farm”)

New Year’s night had fireworks,
Boom-boom-bang and wow!
With a boom-boom here,
And a bang-bang there,
Here a boom, there a bang,
Everywhere a boom-bang.
New Year’s night had fireworks,
Boom-boom-bang and wow!

Song 7: Set a Goal

(Tune: “The Alphabet Song”)

Set a goal and make a plan,
Work very hard, do the best you can.
Try, try, try, every day,
Step by step, you’ll find your way.
Set a goal and make a plan,

Work very hard, do the best you can.

Music has a magical way of creating lasting memories, so why not start your own tradition with these playful New Year’s Songs for Kids?

I’d love to hear how you and your little ones celebrate! Share your favorite moments or new verses you’ve created in the comments below. Here’s to a bright, happy, and musical New Year!