Though the ball drop tradition at Times Square began in 1907, New Year’s Eve celebrations at the iconic venue were first held in 1904. Seven versions of the ball have been designed over the years.

New Times Square ball will be unveiled next year. After it ushers in 2025, the ball will be retired and a brand new one will debut in Times Square next year.

A New Year's Eve ball has dropped in Times Square for nearly 120 years, starting in 1907, with the exception of 1942 and 1943 when nightly “dimouts” occurred during World War II to protect the ...

This year's dazzling Times Square ball weighs almost 6 tons and features 2,688 crystal triangles. The famous Times Square ball drop in New York City dates back to 1907. Skip Navigation ...