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  • info event tips iconNew Year's Eve NYC Tips

    New Year's Eve NYC Tips

    1# Early Arrival

    Arrive as early as 6:00 pm; it is unpredictable how soon the viewing areas will fill up.

    2# No Public Restrooms

    Be aware there are no portable public restrooms in Time Square so plan accordingly.

    3# Public drinking Is Illegal

    In New York City that means no alcohol or champagne allowed.

    4# Eat Before You Arrive

    There are no food and drink vendors in Times Square viewing areas.

    5# Wear Warm Clothes

    Wear thermal clothes, hats, cloves, etc., even though the crowds will make you feel warm the temperatures are usually very low.

  • Things to do iconWhat to Do

    What to Do

    New York City Location
    Central Park

    In Time Square, a grand commercial intersection (Broadway & 7th Ave) in Midtown Manhattan is situated on one of the world’s biggest and natural harbors.

    The diversity of NYC is so grand that there are over 800 languages spoken making it the world’s most linguistic city, consequently, the perfect place to welcome the hundred thousands of visitors that arrive to celebrate New Year’s Eve.

    Nevertheless, NYC has multiple places to visit such as the Statue of Liberty, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Grand Central terminal, just to name few.

    Visitors can enjoy strolling the famous Central Park, a grand 843 acres of greenery, the perfect place to unwind and enjoy serenity inside the busy city

  • bed icon for places to stay for the eventWhere to Stay

    Where to Stay

    New York City Lodging
    Hotels in NYC for New Year's Eve

    Staying in New York the famous city that never sleeps during New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting moments in anyone’s life.



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    It also means finding accommodations is essential but with close to 800 places about 17,000 rooms in the Time Square surroundings, surely, you will find great options such as grand hotel chains, charming small hotels, apartments, hostels, and guesthouses.

    Nevertheless, just have in mind that accommodations during New Year’s Eve in NYC become extremely popular so do not hesitate and book as soon as possible before you miss out.

    f you dream to watch the ball drop from your hotel here are some top choices;

    Casablanca Hotel Time Square offering incomparable views, New York Marriot Marquis NYE having more than 100 rooms/suites with direct views to the ball drop, and Double Tree Suites by Hilton a true experience of the ball drop just in front of the hotel.

  • utensil and plate icon for finding what to eat for the eventWhere to Eat

    Where to Eat

    Welcoming New Year’s Eve with a delicious meal is a glamorous beginning of the new year, so many of the hundreds of restaurants in Time Square surroundings including celebrity chefs spots, gourmet restaurants, and classic places join the festivity by offering special meals raising the bar to offer savory diverse cuisine.

    The posh STK NYC offers a package deal including 5 hours of premium drinks and food such as yummy little burgers, parmesan truffle fries, truffle cheese croquettes, just to name some, a delight for your palate with prices starting at $79.

    Also, try TGI Friday’s in NYC if you are looking for an all-American classic New York Eve NYC offering an open bar all night including classic appetizers like chicken fingers, beef empanadas, and Italian hero sandwiches with package prices starting at $149.

    Therefore, do not hesitate and choose from the great selection of places at different budgets and taste buds guarantee to delight all your senses.

  • transportation iconHow to Get There

    How to Get There

    Transportation to NYC for NYE
    By Car

    By Air

     


    New York has three major airports John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), and Guardia Airport (LGA), all conveniently welcoming domestic and international flights.

     

    By Public Transportation

    NYC subway is the fastest way to go places with vast lines connecting the city.

    taxis are found everywhere in the city it is the most used especially at night.

    Driving in NYC is usually not recommended but if you like to have the liberty to move around driving is feasible, just make sure you park in the designated areas.

    Do you want to experience the area first hand? Hire a car with our search engine

  • history pillar icon for the describing the history of the eventNYC New Year's Eve history

    NYC New Year's Eve history

    In 1904, New York City was forever transformed when it unleashed two grand events; the opening of the city’s first subway and the first New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square.

    This first celebration was organized by Adolph Ochs, The New York Times owner, it was a way to promote his status as the new headquarter with a grand firework display.

    The first ball drop was actually on December 31, 1907 and it was designed by Artkraft Strauss, it was such a success that it’s held annually since then.

    Nowadays, the celebration is organized by the Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment considered one of the most prominent international celebrations worldwide.

Times Square, New York, US Start Date: 31/12/2018 End Date: 01/01/2019

New Year’s Eve NYC 2018

Join the more than one million people coming from all over the map to gather at the quintessential Time Square to celebrate New Year’s Eve NYC!  Rejoice the city’s enchanting chic atmosphere.

Witness the famous ball drop descending for 60 seconds along the millions of resonating voices counting down to scream the anticipated ‘Happy New Year,’ proving to be so surreal that there are no words to describe this exhilarating moment encompass with floating laughs, tears, and kisses.

New Year’s Eve NYC 2018

Join the more than one million people coming from all over the map to gather at the quintessential Time Square to celebrate New Year’s Eve NYC!  Rejoice the city’s enchanting chic atmosphere.

Witness the famous ball drop descending for 60 seconds along the millions of resonating voices counting down to scream the anticipated ‘Happy New Year’.

It will be so surreal that there are no words to describe this exhilarating moment encompass with floating laughs, tears, kisses, and a lot of confetti.

the confetti in New Year's Eve NYC
The confetti entering the new year. By Kohei Kanno via flickr

Afterwards, the party continues at the hundreds of NYC parties organized at several hot spots inside the city, which selection guarantees to please every taste so do not wait and venture into the New Year’s Eve NYC entertainment!

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New Year’s Eve NYC ball drop

Represents the culmination of the old year to welcome the New Year. Such a significant moment where the hopes and dreams of everyone present unleash creating a unique festive unity.

Interestingly, the ball design has gone through some improvements over the years to reflect the present technology.

the times square ball before the action of the New Year's Eve NYC

Times square ball. By Anthony Quintano via flickr

The original ball was made from wood and iron with 100 incandescent light bulbs.

Morever, its current descendant features a computerized LED lighting system with its outer surface showing triangle-shaped crystal panels.

Nevertheless, the anticipated count down starts exactly at 11:59 pm when the ball drop makes its way down the 77 foot flagpole from atop Time Square so be ready for the confetti, noise makes, and balloons falling everywhere.

 

New Year’s Eve in Times Square

Features famous musical performances and celebrity appearances surrounded by endless lights, grand billboards, and timeless streets, intensifying the celebration’s adrenaline.

In 2018 Mariah Carey and Camila Cabello were just some of artists that performed in Time Square.

camila cabello at times square nyc perfroming at new year's eve

Camila Cabello. By By Disney ABC Television Group

No wonder the festivity goes beyond the one million people present.

It is also covered by a great number of media outlets broadcasting live to over one billion people worldwide.

This makes New Year’s Eve Time Square one of themost prodigious and fabulous celebration above all. You have convenient access to join one of the fabulous NYC parties hosted in the surroundings.

New York also hosts the last Grand Slam of the year in August-September if your in NYC at that time.

New Year’s Eve NYC parties

Hold the reputation to be so exclusively crazy.

Thousands of people from various parts of the world come exclusively to join the celebrations at the different venues including bars, nightclubs, restaurants, hotels and more.

 


If you are looking for an A-List New Year’s Eve Party, a mega party at a nightclub, a massive multi-level event at the Webster Hall structure, or a more intimate bar party, definitely you can find the perfect New Year’s Eve party in New York City at every budget and taste.

Just reserve your tickets soon as most parties sell out quick, you don’t want to miss out the fun.

 

So Why New Year’s Eve NYC?

Do not wait pick out your outfit. Get ready to scream, and celebrate New Year’s Eve at the fabulous sleepless New York City.

 


Surely it will be one of the best celebrations in your life time.

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