The iconic New Year’s Eve Times Square ball drop is right around the corner, and you can already feel the energy in NYC!
Each year, the spectacular event draws a massive crowd (this year’s is expected to reach one million) from all over the word to the heart of Manhattan to ring in the new year together. So before the day arrives, let’s understand where there will be access points and street closures in the surrounding area.
Pedestrian viewing areas access points
Viewing areas are open on a first come, first served basis so its important to get to Times Square early! Viewer entry points at the following locations will open at 3pm on Tuesday, December 31st:
- West 49th Street at 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
- West 52nd Street at 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
- West 56th Street at 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
Times Square street closures
Traffic Detours on Tuesday, December 31st, beginning at 4:00AM:
- West 42nd – West 49th Street between 7th Avenue and Broadway
- West 43rd – West 48th Street between 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
Traffic Detours on Tuesday, December 31st, beginning at 11:00AM:
- West 37th – West 57th Street between 7th Avenue and Broadway
- West 37th – West 56th Street between 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue
Should you want to venture to Midtown for the biggest celebration of the year, be sure to have a look at our guide to celebrating New Year’s Eve in Times Square. Cheers to 2025, NYC! For more information, visit nyc.gov.