NYC & Company, the official destination marketing organization for New York City, toasts all visitors who intend to gather in Times Square for its iconic ball drop and highlights celebrations of interest across the boroughs for New Year’s Eve. Upon the joyous occasion of the holidays, the City’s celebrations remain timeless.
The 11,875-pound ball, covered with 2,688 Waterford Crystal triangles, is capable of a palette of more than 16 million kaleidoscopic colors and is mounted atop One Times Square. As it descends at the countdown, a host of nearby venues will serve up new years’ cheer with a view, available here.
A great way to wake yourself up after a night of New Year’s Eve partying is to take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean. The Coney Island Polar Bear Club, the oldest winter bathing organization in the country, does it every Sunday from November to April. (Even Kramer joined them for a swim on Seinfeld.) On New Year’s Day, they invite everyone to come for a celebratory plunge into the chilly waters. Meet at the Coney Island Boardwalk at Stillwell Avenue; swimming begins at 1pm, and all participants must register. The NYC Parks Department provides changing facilities.
