Times Square Will Mark America’s 250th with Special July Ball Drop

Welcome, 2026! Here are the landmark events that will happen in the new year

This new year will be filled with milestones, including America’s 250th birthday, the world’s greatest sports competitions and a mission to the moon. Here’s a look at some of the landmark events to come this year. Milan Cortina Games Grab your skis, snowboard and skates — it’s almost time for the Winter Olympics and Paralympics. The Games will unfold in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, from Feb. 6 to 22, when the international stars of winter…

Times Square crystal ball drops, ringing in 2026 and celebrating America's 250th birthday

The New Year's Eve crystal ball in New York City dropped, ringing in 2026. However, this year, the brand new redesigned ball rose again, shining in red, white, and blue, celebrating America's upcoming 250th birthday.

No, the Times Square ball won't drop twice on NYE. Here's why.

The new Constellation Ball, the centerpiece of the annual Times Square countdown celebration, is the ninth and largest version of the NYE sphere.

Why Are There Going to Be Two Ball Drops in Times Square During New Year’s Eve 2026 & When Will They Happen? Special Reason Revealed! | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

Why Are There Going to Be Two Ball Drops in Times Square During New Year’s Eve 2026 & When Will They Happen? Special Reason Revealed! The 2026 New Year's Eve celebration is about to kick off in New York City's Times Square, only there's something new happening. Typically, the Constellation…

Times Square planning a 'surprise' post-midnight moment after the ball drop

Organizers are planning patriotic celebrations after the ball drops on New Year's Eve.

Construction begins on new Lafayette Trader Joe's store

Crews have begun groundwork and foundation preparation at the corner of Camellia Boulevard and Bluebird Drive, directly across from Rouses Market.