You love all the New Year’s hoopla: the promise of a brighter tomorrow, free-flowing champagne, and, of course, the final countdown.

But with kids that whole midnight thing is a killer the next day.

Fast-forward the New Year’s Eve fun with Confetti’s 2009 New Year’s Countdown, a kitschy DVD that allows the whole family to participate in the Times Square madness at the sane hour of your choosing.

Pop in the DVD and simulate the experience of the ball drop from the comfort of your home. Also included are colorful scenes of celebrations from around the globe, plus an animated short.

So go ahead and party like it’s 1999. Or 2009. Just do it at 8:30 p.m.

Available online at confettisnewyears.com.

CREATE
Children’s Sewing with Cynthia Rowley
What: Kids get to customize a piece of their clothing with the fashion maven/mom. Twenty percent off, too!
Why: It’ll be a stitch.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Cynthia Rowley, 376 Bleecker St., at Perry St. (212-242-0847). R.S.V.P. to rsvp@divalyssciousmoms.com.

CELEBRATE
Kwanzaa Fest
What: Sample traditional African dance, live music, and a makeshift marketplace.
Why: The seven principles in one day.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West, at 79th St. (212-769-5100).

BELIEVE
Peter Pan & Adventures in Never Land
What: Marionettes of Peter, Wendy, Tinkerbell, Hook, and the Lost Boys take Manhattan.
Why: Never grow up.
When: Tues., 10:30 a.m. & noon; Fri.-Sun., 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Where: Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, Central Park West & 79th St. (212-988-9093).