California theme parks ring in New Year

Shortly after Christmas, the same question arises every year: What are we going to do on New Year’s Eve?

Here’s what California amusement and theme parks have planned for the last night of 2007:

Disneyland stays open until 2 a.m. with bands, DJs and midnight fireworks. Across the way in Anaheim, Disney’s California Adventure remains open until 1 a.m.

“Praise ‘08” at Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park features a contemporary Christian music concert with Hawk Nelson, Leeland, Aaron Shust, Phil Joel (formerly of the Newsboys) and comedian Bob Smiley. The $50 separate admission event runs from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The Countdown Bash at Universal Studios Hollywood’s CityWalk features live music and DJs with a fireworks and confetti finale at midnight. Most of the shopping mall’s clubs throw New Year’s Eve parties. Park closes at 9 p.m.

Kids’ New Year’s Eve at Carlsbad’s Legoland California starts the countdown in Miniland’s New York City at a family-friendly hour with a giant Lego brick drop and fireworks at 6 p.m. plus music by Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players. Park closes at 7 p.m.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo stays open until midnight, with holiday shows and the world’s largest Christmas tree (125 feet).

So, what are you doing on New Year’s Eve?

— Brady MacDonald, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer

[Photo: Kevin P. Casey / Los Angeles Times Staff Photographer]

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