Which New Year's Eve event is held at New York City's Times Square and ends with a midnight ball drop?

Times Square New Year's Eve is the New York City event that ends with a midnight ball drop.

The celebration centers on One Times Square, where a large illuminated ball descends a flagpole during the final minute of December 31. The event began in 1907 after The New York Times held a fireworks celebration for its new headquarters, then replaced the fireworks with a ball drop when fireworks were no longer permitted there.

The Times Square event is distinct from other major New York celebrations, such as the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Millions of people may watch the countdown through television and online broadcasts, while the street gathering itself is controlled through barriers, security measures, and limited access. The ball drop is one component of a broader concert and entertainment program.