New Year’s in New York: How and where to watch the Times Square countdown, live, online
There are only a few hours left to say goodbye to 2023! Find out how and where to watch the Times Square countdown, live, from New York: Online and streaming.
As we approach the end of the year, people all over the world are preparing to welcome the New Year with open arms. There are numerous events and festivities scheduled to celebrate the occasion, but one of the most well-known and iconic is the lowering of the ball in New York City’s Times Square.
What time does the Times Square ball drop celebration start?
The New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square starts at 6:00 p.m. (local time) and lasts for six and a half hours without interruptions. The countdown to the ball drop happens at precisely 11:59 p.m. ET, and the evening includes live performances by Flo Rida, Sabrina Carpenter, Megan Thee Stallion, Maria Becerra, Paul Anka, Jelly Roll, Tyla, and Yng Lvca. There will also be various cultural performances, the raising of the ball, and the distribution of hats, necklaces, and glasses to help set the mood for the celebration. Once the ball drops, the number “2024″ will take over from the top of Times Square, marking the end of the event.
How and where to watch the Times Square New Year's countdown, live, online
A live stream of the event can be found on Times Square’s website. Additionally, many major news networks and channels will be bringing live coverage from the Big Apple to your television this evening.
And the best views?
For those who are planning to attend the event in person, there are several hotels and restaurants in the vicinity that offer exceptional views. These include the Renaissance New York, Marriott Marquis, Knickerbocker, Bubba Gump Shrimp Company, Olive Garden, R Lounge, and Beast and Butterflies. Let’s begin the countdown to a new year that is full of hope and celebration!