Looking for a safe, magical, and totally kid-friendly way to celebrate New Year’s Eve? Take a 20 minute drive from Binghamton and check out First Knight 2025 in Windsor, NY!
On Wednesday, December 31, the Village and Town of Windsor will transform into a hub of magic, music, and community spirit. From portable planetariums to indoor snowball fights, this celebration is designed specifically for families who want to ring in the New Year together.
Choose Your Adventure: Venue Highlights
First Knight is spread across several locations. Here is what you can find at each stop:
Windsor Presbyterian Church (Village Green - 65 Main St)
- 7pm: Decorate your 2026 Glasses (while supplies last!).
- 9-10pm: Jeremy the Illusionist – Magic and balloon sculpting.
- Treats: Free desserts, hot chocolate, and coffee.
Our Lady of Lourdes Church (594 Kent St.)
- Carnival Central: Games with prizes and a safe indoor snowball fight.
- Entertainment: Chee Chee the Clown (magic and balloons).
- The "Quiet Room": A cozy retreat featuring movies for kids who need a sensory break.
- Food: Hot dogs, popcorn, and pizza (provided by the Knights of Columbus; donations accepted).
Windsor Bible Baptist Church (155 Depot St.)
- Kopernik Portable Planetarium: Shows every half hour from 7-11pm (limited seating).
- Toddler Zone: Bounce house, crawl tunnel, and ball pit for the little ones.
- Budget Fun: Games for just 25 cents and an ice cream truck.
- 10:30-10:50pm: Live Juggler Performance.
The Community House (107 Main St.)
- Outdoors: Bonfire and complimentary s'mores in the parking lot.
- Indoors: Bingo, trivia, photo booth, hat judging contest, and the official First Knight cake.
Acclaim Insurance Agency (121 Main St.)
- Nutcracker Display: A festive exhibit of the holiday classic with hors d'oeuvres and lemonade.
The Grand Finale
As the night winds down, gather together for the big countdown:
- Midnight Countdown: Complete with noisemakers and a televised ball drop.
- Community Sing-Along: A spirited rendition of Auld Lang Syne to welcome 2026!
- Big Prize: Don't forget to enter the drawing for a 50-inch Smart TV!
Event Essentials
- When: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 7pm to 12:15am
- Where: Various venues throughout Windsor, NY
- Cost: Admission is FREE! (Note: Some food and games may have a small cost or accept donations).
- Parking: Free shuttle buses will run every 10–15 minutes from Windsor Central High School,
For the full event schedule and details, visit firstknight.org.
This article was drafted with the assistance of AI to help compile these final schedule details and provide our Macaroni KID families with a comprehensive guide for their New Year's Eve planning.
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