Times Square ball will be lit twice as 2026 begins. Here's why.

The "ball" is dropping twice to ring in 2026. Days ahead of the iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in New York City ...
The Indianapolis Star

Everything to know about Times Square New Year's Eve ball drop for 2026

The new year is almost upon us and plans to welcome it have begun to roll out across the board with celebrations planned in most major cities, including New York City, which hosts the iconic Times ...
Detroit Free Press

Ringing in the new year. Ludington among best celebration spots

Ludington's New Year's Eve Ball Drop, in its 16th year, is among the top spots in the 2025 USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice rankings to celebrate the holiday. Last year, the Ludington Ball ...