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Times Square to Feature Historic Double Ball Drop in 2025!

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Times Square Celebration

Times Square will host the New Year's Eve ball drop on December 31, 2025.
The Constellation Ball weighs 12,350 pounds and is adorned with 5,280 Waterford crystals.
The ball descends at 11:59 p.m. ET for the countdown.
For the first time, a second ball drop will occur at 12:04 a.m. ET to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, with 2,000 pounds of confetti and performances by Diana Ross and Tones and I.

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Celebration in Cold

New Year's Eve 2025 in Times Square drew thousands despite frigid temperatures and light snowfall.
Vanessa Ramirez and Victoria Estevez arrived early to secure spots, braving the cold with multiple layers.
Estevez said she planned to avoid bathroom breaks.
Yecemia Sanchez planned to propose to her boyfriend at midnight.
Renata Stauffer expressed concern for her husband outside while others celebrated America's 250th anniversary.

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Times Square Celebration

Times Square will host the New Year's Eve ball drop on December 31, 2025.
The Constellation Ball weighs 12,350 pounds and is adorned with 5,280 Waterford crystals.
The ball descends at 11:59 p.m. ET for the countdown.
For the first time, a second ball drop will occur at 12:04 a.m. ET to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, with 2,000 pounds of confetti and performances by Diana Ross and Tones and I.

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