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History of the New Year's Eve ball drop

The history of the New Year's Eve ball drop

For millions of people, the year 2026 will begin once a crystal-covered ball, 12.5 feet in diameter, makes its descent in New York City's Times Square.

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2026 numerals installed in Times Square ahead of New Year's Eve ball drop

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'2026' installed below Times Square's iconic New Year's Eve ball

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Times Square to Feature Patriotic Crystal Ball for New Year's Eve, Kicking off US's 250th Birthday

The New Year's Eve ball drop in New York City will sparkle in red, white, and blue to kick off celebrations for the U.S.'s 250th birthday in 2026

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Times Square to feature patriotic ball drop for New Year's Eve

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Times Square Ball to Turn Red, White and Blue on New Year’s Eve

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Why the Times Square New Year’s Eve ball will drop twice in 2026

The second drop will happen on July 3, the night before Independence Day 2026.

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Freedom 250 launches New Year’s Eve celebration at the Washington Monument

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New Year's Eve bash in Times Square will feature second ball drop

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Luke Burbank on making realistic New Year's resolutions

Forget about hitting the gym, or signing up for a foreign language app. Luke Burbank resolves to do far better with his New Year's resolutions in 2026 by committing to goals he can actually keep … probably.

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Beyond the Gates Welcomes Kenny Lattimore for New Year’s Episode

Episode 199 is set to air on December 30, 2025. In the episode, special guest star Lattimore performs during a New Year's Eve celebration. This follows from the series patriarch Clifton Davis performing his classic song, Never Can Say Goodbye, during the soap opera’s Christmas eve celebration.