Ball Access: Up close with the all-new Ball

For the first time, the New Year's Eve Ball – used to ring in each year during the Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Celebration – is open to the public. Your NYE Ball ticket grants you access to the Viewing Deck, a guided tour, and a visit to the all-new Ball on floor 25 for a photo op.

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Crystal Keepsake: Bring home a piece of the Ball

For the Crystal Keepsake, you’ll enjoy all the VIP benefits and more. Upgrade to take home a keepsake Waterford Crystal from the Ball. You’ll also have the opportunity to place a new crystal on the Ball and customize it with a personalized message that will display in Morse code on New Year’s Eve.

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Above the City,
Beneath the Ball

Join a guided tour of the New Year's Eve Ball at One Times Square and uncover the story behind the world's most iconic celebration. Enjoy exclusive access to the Viewing Deck, capture a photo with the all-new Ball, and take part in a unique tradition, placing your own crystal on the Ball and taking home one of this year’s keepsake crystals.

Above it all, yet surrounded by history, this is the view where time comes full circle.

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Choose the right ticket for you.

Times Travel VIP Package 1
Ball Access Experience

Coming Soon

  • Viewing Deck access
  • See the all-new New Year's Eve Ball
  • Photo op with the Ball
  • Guided tour
Times Travel VIP Package 2
Crystal Keepsake Experience

Coming Soon

  • All Ball Access package features
  • Take home a Waterford Crystal keepsake from the Ball
  • Place a new crystal on the Ball with a personalized message in Morse code

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Tickets

A timed-entry ticket is required for admission. Tickets can be purchased online using your mobile device. There is no on-site box office.

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Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday:3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday:10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Hours may change seasonally and vary by experience.

Methods of Payment

One Times Square accepts all major credit and debit cards.

Getting Here

1475 Broadway
New York, NY 10036

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Transportation

42 Street - Port Authority Bus Terminal

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Know Before You Go

Plan Your Arrival

To make the most of your visit, we recommend you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled ticket entry time.

Wear Walking Shoes

Get ready to explore! Some areas of the attraction involve navigating stairs, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes to make the most of your visit. Don’t worry — One Times Square is fully wheelchair accessible.

Travel Light

For the best experience, please leave large bags and wheeled items (like bikes, strollers, and skateboards) at home. This helps us keep the space safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Snap Away

Feel free to take photos for personal use with handheld devices and preserve those unforgettable memories. Please note that commercial photography and equipment like tripods or ground mounted devices require approval.

See our full Guest Policy here