6 hours ago · The New Year’s Eve ball for 2026. Photo by Amanda Moses The festivities start at around 6 p.m. with the raising and lighting of the ball, so it is ready to drop at 11:59 p.m.

9 hours ago · Here’s how to watch the 2026 New Year’s Eve ball drop live from anywhere, plus, who's performing at the big show.

4 days ago · In addition to the New Year's ball drop, Times Square will also host a second ball drop on July 3, 2026, in honor of Independence Day.

12 hours ago · New York City is getting ready to ring in New Year's Eve 2026 with the ball drop countdown in Times Square. Temperatures when the clock strikes midnight will likely be the …

3 days ago · The Times Square ball is set to be lit twice at the New Year’s Eve celebration. Here's why.

1 day ago · News The Times Square New Year’s Eve ball is dropping twice to ring in 2026. Here’s why. A surprise post-midnight encore will kick off America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

The Times Square Ball Drop will ring in 2026 with a red, white, and blue design—officially launching America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

New Year's Eve 2026 is December 31, 2026 (Thursday)! Discover traditions, activities, foods & celebrations. Complete guide with history, symbols & fun facts. Click to explore!

1 day ago · A free New Year’s Eve concert on the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum will ring in America’s 250th year and begin weekly celebrations of “historical firsts” in the city where the …

Dec 23, 2025 · Looking for New Year's Eve plans in New Jersey? Check out our list of special events, dinners, Champagne toasts and more.