Themed Night
Themed NightThe Times Square ball drops twice in 2026. After the midnight countdown, a patriotic "Constellation Ball" descends again at 12:04 a.m. in red, white, and blue, complete with pyrotechnics and 2,000 pounds of confetti for America's 250th birthday.
Historic double drop
America250 celebration
Midnight countdown
Pyrotechnic show
Tips
🎆the ball drops again July 3 for Independence Day
⏰arrive by early afternoon to claim a viewing spot
🎵pyrotechnics set to Ray Charles' America the Beautiful
Friday, July 3
Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop
July 3 at 12am
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Themed NightThemed NightThe Times Square ball drops twice in 2026. After the midnight countdown, a patriotic "Constellation Ball" descends again at 12:04 a.m. in red, white, and blue, complete with pyrotechnics and 2,000 pounds of confetti for America's 250th birthday.
Historic double drop
America250 celebration
Midnight countdown
Pyrotechnic show
Tips
🎆the ball drops again July 3 for Independence Day
⏰arrive by early afternoon to claim a viewing spot
🎵pyrotechnics set to Ray Charles' America the Beautiful
Friday, July 3
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