Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate NYE 2023 in KL

HOST A FANCY DINNER AT HOME

Food, drinks, friends, good conversation - the night can’t get any better. Make it a family affair by giving everyone a job from creating the menu to setting the table and pouring the drinks. This is also the perfect time to support a local restaurant that might be only doing takeout!

EXPLORE CHINATOWN - THE PLACE THAT NEVER SLEEPS

This spot is a melting pot of local cultures, where Hindu deities’ statues, Taoist temples, and Islamic mosques, stand shoulder to shoulder in the bustling Kuala Lumpur district. If you are up to enjoy some celebratory mood, visit Chinatown to indulge in some of KL’s best street food, shopping and nightlife.

CREATE A BUCKET LIST

What are some of your family's goals for the year? Where would you like to visit in 2022? Keep track of your travel dreams with our printable bucket list.

PLAN A FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Once your child is in the toddler age, games are fair game for celebrations. Playtime doesn’t feel important, but it is! You are building something larger and it does matter. Playing these Minute to Win It Games by Family Education games are fast and easy, and require only a few supplies.

https://www.familyeducation.com/entertainment-activities/games/family/our-favorite-minute-to-win-it-games-for-kids

WATCH THE FIREWORKS & PARTICIPATE IN COUNTDOWN PARTIES

Shopping malls are popular spots to visit on NYE. The malls and city streets will be packed with excited people awaiting the countdown to midnight, celebrating the arrival of New Year. Popular spots for NYE celebrations are Sunway Pyramid, The Curve in Damansara, Bukit Bintang, Publika and KLCC. Most of the restaurants and malls in Kuala Lumpur will also organize their exclusive New Year’s Eve celebrations with live music and countdown parties.

BOOK A STAYCATION

If you are intimidated by the hordes of people on the streets and scores of vehicles on the roads, ring in 2022 and embark on a staycation like no other! Check out our guide to staycations in KL! Want something different? Book one of these Unique Airbnbs for the ultimate staycation with the family.