Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop 2025: A Spectacle of Lights and Music

Get ready for the dazzling Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop! This year's celebration promises an unforgettable experience, with a star-studded lineup and the iconic descent of the massive Waterford Crystal ball.

The Iconic Ball

The 12-foot geodesic sphere, adorned with 2,688 Waterford Crystal triangles and over 32,000 LED lights, is a sight to behold. This year's event marks a continuation of a grand tradition that began in 1907, evolving from a simple iron and wood structure to the technological marvel it is today.

A Night of Performances

This year's celebration features a phenomenal lineup of performers, including:

• Lenny Kravitz
• Mickey Guyton
• Carrie Underwood
• Jonas Brothers
• TLC
• And many more!

Carrie Underwood will perform a medley of hits right before the ball drop, followed by Mickey Guyton's rendition of John Lennon's "Imagine."

How to Watch

Don't miss a moment of this incredible event! You can watch the ball drop live on:

• Times Square's official website: Times Square NYC
• CNN: Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen return to host the live broadcast from Times Square.
• CBS: Enjoy "Nashville's Big Bash" with Keith Urban and Rachel Smith.
• ABC: Ryan Seacrest hosts "Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve" with Carrie Underwood and Rita Ora.
• YouTube: A livestream with open captions and ASL interpretation will be available.

Event Details

• Date: December 31st, 2024
• Time: The celebration begins shortly before 6 p.m., with the ball dropping at midnight.

Despite potential rain, the show will go on, promising a spectacular New Year's Eve celebration in the heart of New York City!