{"id":78308,"date":"2024-03-15T17:10:44","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T17:10:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/new-years-eve-in-nyc-2024-21-best-events-plus-fireworks\/"},"modified":"2024-03-15T17:10:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T17:10:44","slug":"new-years-eve-in-nyc-2024-21-best-events-plus-fireworks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/15\/new-years-eve-in-nyc-2024-21-best-events-plus-fireworks\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year&#8217;s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n\t\t\t\t<input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>If you are planning New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC this year, you\u2019ll find a constantly updated list of great events and things to do on the night in this post, including tips for where to see the fireworks, as well as exclusive rooftop parties with open bars, harbor cruises and more.<\/p>\n<p>Start your new year\u2019s eve celebrations with a bang (or a couple of cocktails) and end with the ball drop and fireworks. You could also book one of these fab <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/fabulous-new-york-hotels-to-see-new-years-eve-fireworks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New York hotels which have epic views of the midnight fireworks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New years eve in New York City is on the bucket list of countless travellers across the world<\/strong>! If you\u2019re heading there this year, check out these free and paid events.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"808\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg\" alt=\"Megan at Crystal Ball Times Square\" class=\"wp-image-43610\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-768x606.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-960x758.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1080x852.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-150x118.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"808\" alt=\"Megan at Crystal Ball Times Square\" class=\"wp-image-43610 eager-load\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" loading=\"eager\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1024x808.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-300x237.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-768x606.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-960x758.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-1080x852.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball-150x118.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-with-Times-Square-ball.jpg.webp 1200w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I got to go to the top of One Times Square and see the ball with a bunch of local NYC media<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>NYC has all the excitement and magic one needs to see in the new year and whether you\u2019re on a budget or money\u2019s no object, this post is for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where better to have the best new year\u2019s eve than the Big Apple?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><em>*This post contains affiliate links. That means if you make a purchase from some sites I will earn a commission at no cost to you.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-21-ways-to-celebrate-the-new-year-in-nyc\">21 ways to celebrate the New Year in NYC<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\"><em>*Disclaimer: while I make every effort to ensure the content below is correct, please click on the relevant links to go directly to the attraction in question and double check hours, costs, latest weather or pandemic interruptions, etc.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>To help you make the most of your New Year\u2019s Eve celebration, and to better experience\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/travel-tips\/tips-for-doing-new-york-on-the-cheap\/?highlight=new%20york\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New York on a budget<\/a>, this post covers some epic ways to begin the new year. <\/p>\n<p>Whether you prefer a more exclusive and elegant night out with your nearest and dearest, or to be one of a million jostling in a throng of New Yorkers, I\u2019ve got you covered.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the best, or hidden, rooftop restaurants and bars in NYC, you\u2019ll love the places I\u2019ve also selected on this post <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/the-best-dreamy-rooftop-restaurants-in-nyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the best dreamy rooftop restaurants in NYC<\/a> \u2013 but make your booking soon so you don\u2019t miss out.<\/p>\n<p>And after you\u2019ve seen in the new year in, you might like to head off on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelnewyorknow.com\/best-romantic-winter-getaways-from-nyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">romantic winter getaway from NYC<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg\" alt=\"New Years even in NYC\" class=\"wp-image-30235\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg\" alt=\"New Years even in NYC\" class=\"wp-image-30235 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/NYC-pin-1.jpg\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pin this to your NYC Bucket List!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re looking for NYC New Year\u2019s Eve parties and events<\/strong>, New York has a long list to choose from and each event has its own details on dress code, time and cost. <\/p>\n<p>The following list is guaranteed to provide an unforgettable start to the new year.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-attend-a-nyc-new-year-s-eve-cocktail-party\">Attend a NYC New Year\u2019s Eve cocktail party<\/h2>\n<p>New York City drips with elegance and attending a cocktail party is a great way to get into the vibe as the countdown begins. <\/p>\n<p>Take your pick from a variety of different ticketed NYE events, or choose a more casual approach and visit one of the city\u2019s many festive\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/the-best-dreamy-rooftop-restaurants-in-nyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cocktail bars<\/a> and rooftop restaurants.\u00a0(Book ahead!)<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get to some cool Open Bar events for New Year\u2019s Eve 2024<\/h2>\n<p><strong>&gt; Open Bar events<\/strong> on rooftops, boats and restaurants are hugely popular and there several all over the city on New Year\u2019s eve.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-party-at-mr-purple-at-hotel-indigo\">Party at Mr Purple at Hotel Indigo<\/h3>\n<p>Celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve at Mr. Purple Rooftop and the brand-new Nightclub where you can roam between two floors of the lounge and club for the ultimate party.<\/p>\n<p>Located at the trendy\u00a0<strong><strong>Mr Purple<\/strong><\/strong>, this rooftop venue offers breathtaking views of the city skyline, creating the perfect backdrop for the\u00a0<strong><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve fireworks displays<\/strong><\/strong>. If you want to take it up a notch, head one floor down and dance the night away at the brand new<strong><strong>\u00a0The Club at\u00a0Mr. Purple \u00a0<\/strong><\/strong>with its one-of-a-kind sound system and NYC skyline views. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> from 8pm til 4am. Book a table for your group and enjoy the open bar, or arrive after 12.30am from another party and come for cheap!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/new-years-eve-at-mr-purple-rooftop-the-club-at-the-hotel-indigo-les-tickets-770967162537?aff=bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Grab your Mr Purple Party tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg\" alt=\"Mr Purple, Hotel Indigo\" class=\"wp-image-43550\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-768x439.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-960x549.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-150x86.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Mr Purple, Hotel Indigo\" class=\"wp-image-43550 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-300x172.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-768x439.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-960x549.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC-150x86.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Mr-Purple-club-NYC.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Party over 2 floors at Mr Purple, Hotel Indigo, downtown.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hotel-on-rivington-penthouse-party\">Hotel on Rivington Penthouse Party<\/h3>\n<p>Enjoy New York\u2019s best panoramic views at this unforgettable New Year\u2019s Eve celebration on the 3-floor penthouse of the Hotel On Rivington! Get ready to ring in the new year with style and glamour, surrounded by the breathtaking panoramic views of New York City.<\/p>\n<p>This exclusive event promises an evening filled with excitement, music. Dance the night away to the beats of top DJs, and enjoy a 5-hour premium open bar and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9pm \u2013 2am. Hotel on Rivington, 107 Rivington Street<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/new-years-eve-at-hotel-on-rivington-penthouse-nycs-best-panoramic-views-tickets-761457278217?aff=bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Grab your Rivington Penthouse Party tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Rivington Penthouse\" class=\"wp-image-43553\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg 985w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-768x390.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-960x487.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-150x76.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Hotel Rivington Penthouse\" class=\"wp-image-43553 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg.webp 985w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-300x152.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-768x390.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-960x487.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse-150x76.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rivington-penthouse.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel Rivington Penthouse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-party-at-the-crown-rooftop\">Party at the Crown rooftop<\/h3>\n<p>Get ready to ring in the new year with style and excitement at one of the most exclusive venues in town. The party starts on\u00a0at\u00a08pm on New Year\u2019s Eve\u00a0and promises to be a truly memorable night.<\/p>\n<p>Located on the <strong>21st floor of Hotel 50 Bowery<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>The Crown\u00a0<\/strong>offers unobstructed views of both the Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines, creating the perfect backdrop for this special occasion. Dance the night away to live music from top DJs, mingle with a vibrant crowd, and indulge in a\u00a0<strong>5-Hour Open bar\u00a0<\/strong>from 8pm-1am and\u00a0<strong>1-hour lite hors douevres<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/new-years-eve-at-the-crown-rooftop-downtown-rooftop-hotspot-tickets-770525862597?aff=bloggeratlarge\">Get your Crown Rooftop tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg\" alt=\"The Crown, 21st floor views\" class=\"wp-image-43556\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-960x480.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg.webp\" alt=\"The Crown, 21st floor views\" class=\"wp-image-43556 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-300x150.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-768x384.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-960x480.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC-150x75.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Crown-Bowery-rooftop-NYC.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Crown, 21st floor views<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-party-on-the-rooftop-at-le-meridien\">Party on The Rooftop at Le Meridien<\/h3>\n<p>Ring in the New Year at The Rooftop at Le Meridien Hotel, for an elevated and elegant rooftop experience! <\/p>\n<p>Midtown\u2019s hottest party on acclaimed \u201cBillionaire\u2019s Row\u201d will boast stunning, panoramic views of Central Park, and an exclusive display of the famous Central Park fireworks. With a 4 hour premium open bar from 9pm -1am, champagne toast at midnight, 1 hour lite hors d\u2019ouevres and a range of VIP table options, this is the can\u2019t-miss event of the NYE season! Music provided by special guest DJs spinning a mix of Top 40, house and mashups.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/the-rooftop-at-le-meridien-hotel-nye-live-views-of-central-park-fireworks-tickets-760793843867?aff=bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buy your Rooftop at Le Meridien party tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-head-to-rooftop-93-downtown\">Head to Rooftop 93 downtown<\/h4>\n<p>Ring in the New Year at Rooftop 93, located in the heart of downtown Manhattan. The 18th floor rooftop boasts stunning skyline views, pairing with an intimate rooftop club vibe. Escape the midtown madness, downtown. Music by guest DJs playing a mix of Top 40 and mashups, 4 -hour premium open bar, 1 hour light hors d\u2019oeuvres. Complimentary champagne toast at midnight<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/nye-2024-at-rooftop-93-downtown-manhattan-breathtaking-skyline-views-tickets-773606105687?aff=bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buy your Rooftop 93 tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg\" alt=\"View from Rooftop 93, downtown\" class=\"wp-image-43560\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg.webp\" alt=\"View from Rooftop 93, downtown\" class=\"wp-image-43560 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93-150x100.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Rooftop-93.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from Rooftop 93, downtown<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve at Butterfly \u2013\u00a0The Grand Finale<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Join this special New Year\u2019s Eve celebration at <strong>SIXTY Soho\u2019s famed Butterfly<\/strong>, NYC\u2019s top downtown hotspot.\u00a0Take part in Butterfly\u2019s last night for a grand finale like no other \u2013 an exclusive soir\u00e9e that encapsulates the allure, elegance, and mystique that has made Butterfly Soho a haven for celebrities and trendsetters.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The New Year\u2019s Eve event will feature a\u00a04-hour premium open bar,\u00a01 hour of light hors d\u2019oeuvres\u00a0and an artfully curated set by special guest DJs. Secure your spot now, and let the countdown to a spectacular new beginning commence!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/new-years-eve-2024-at-butterfly-in-the-sixty-soho-hotel-the-grand-finale-tickets-760917854787?aff=bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buy your Butterfly Grand Finale tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg\" alt=\"Butterfly lounge, SOHO\" class=\"wp-image-43564\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-960x480.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Butterfly lounge, SOHO\" class=\"wp-image-43564 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-300x150.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-768x384.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-960x480.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly-150x75.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Butterfly.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Be seen at Butterfly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-new-year-s-eve-gala\"><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve Gala<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Head to historic and fabulous <strong>Gotham Hall<\/strong> for this <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve extravaganza!<\/strong> This fancy gala dinner includes open bar for cocktails all evening and reserved seating buffet.<\/p>\n<p>The former Greenwich Savings Bank is now a magical grand and monstrous ballroom space, so dress in your finery and enjoy the elegance and charm of the 1920s with the gilded ceiling, the stained glass skylight and Corinthian columns of this fabulous space at one of the hottest events in town this NYE.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Herald Square on 36th Street and Broadway, doors open at 8pm\u2026 and that is precisely when the open bar starts too! You\u2019ll enjoy five hours of open bar to imbibe in all the festive cocktails you want, and a delicious buffet from 8pm \u2013 10.30pm, followed by dessert, and ring in the new year with a champagne toast.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/new-york-city-l59\/nyc-ring-in-2024-at-this-premier-new-year-s-eve-gala-t558431\/?partner_id=G7GZQBV&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Buy your sought-after Gotham Hall NYE tickets here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34459\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34459 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-683x1024.jpg.webp 683w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-200x300.jpg.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-768x1152.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-735x1103.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-223x335.jpg.webp 223w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-231x347.jpg.webp 231w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-347x520.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-427x640.jpg.webp 427w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-512x768.jpg.webp 512w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-640x960.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-720x1080.jpg.webp 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ-600x900.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ.jpg.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/NYC-DJ.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by\u00a0Zac Bromell\u00a0on\u00a0Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nye-singles-party\"><strong>NYE Singles Party!<\/strong> <\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re single, grab a bestie, dress to impress and get your ticket for this fun event over two floors with 200 fun people.<\/p>\n<p>There will be a DJ spinning Hip-hop\/Top 40 music so you can dance all night, open bar from 8 to 9pm inclusive of wine, beer, sangria and well-mixed drinks, complimentary appetizers, champagne toast at midnight to see the new year in with NYC\u2019s most eligible. <\/p>\n<p>There will be an Ice-breaker to help facilitate introductions, and who knows, maybe a midnight kiss? Ticket prices will increase the closer it gets to 31 Dec so don\u2019t miss out. Venue: Stitch Bar &amp; Blues located in Midtown Manhattan.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/nycs-largest-new-years-eve-singles-party-2024-i-open-bar-dj-more-tickets-768764484267?aff=oddtdtcreator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Get your ticket to NYC\u2019s biggest singles party here &gt;<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43458\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-960x642.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1080x722.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43458 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1024x684.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-300x201.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-768x513.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-960x642.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-1080x722.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles-150x100.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NYC-singles.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go on a dinner \/ fireworks cruise<\/h2>\n<p>Take a <strong>New Year\u2019s Eve cruise<\/strong> on the Hudson or East Rivers and raise a glass at midnight with the best view of the fireworks for the most spectacular show in town. <\/p>\n<p>&gt;&gt; <strong>Try this <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/ofBETZdJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Circle Line Harbor Cruise<\/a> <\/strong> with fireworks views, champagne at midnight and an open bar, live DJ and a cruise around lower Manhattan. Select the light buffet option, or choose the desserts and snacks. You\u2019ll have photo stops at Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the lower harbour iconic sights of NYC.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&gt;&gt; Take this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/new-york-city-l59\/from-new-jersey-nyc-new-year-s-eve-fireworks-dinner-cruise-t433783\/?partner_id=G7GZQBV&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Fireworks Dinner cruise from New Jersey<\/a><\/strong> and avoid the throng in Manhattan, but enjoy the same epic fireworks show on the harbour. You\u2019ll enjoy a holiday themed buffet dinner with top shelf open bar, live DJ entertainment and bubbles at midnight for all over 21 years. Departs from Lincoln Harbor Marina, 1500 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg\" alt=\"Fireworks on New York harbor\" class=\"wp-image-34461\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-768x537.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-735x514.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-335x234.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-347x243.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-520x364.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-640x447.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-960x671.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1080x755.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-600x420.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Fireworks on New York harbor\" class=\"wp-image-34461 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1024x716.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-300x210.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-768x537.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-735x514.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-335x234.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-347x243.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-520x364.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-640x447.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-960x671.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-1080x755.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc-600x420.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/fireworks-nyc.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/nyc-best-places-to-watch-4th-of-july-fireworks-2022\/\">4th of July fireworks in NYC<\/a><\/strong>, I\u2019ve got you in this post.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bar hop until midnight<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/New-York-City\/New-Years-Eve-VIP-Drinking-and-History-Tour\/d687-74756P16?pid=P00080083&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve Prohibition History Tour<\/strong><\/a> is a six hour tour with a dedicated reserved viewing space of the ball drop at Times Square. <\/p>\n<p>This tour begins in one of New York\u2019s oldest bars and former speakeasy during the Prohibition Era. You\u2019ll hear about gangsters and bootleggers and the sudden demise of Prohibition. There is an open bar from 7:00pm-12:00am and view the ball drop from 12 blocks away, in an exclusive section that the general public is not allowed into.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dueling Piano with Open Bar<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you fancy a rollicking good time and something a bit different than where all the beautiful people are, head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/New-York-City\/New-Years-Eve-with-Shake-Rattle-and-Roll-Dueling-Pianos\/d687-8199P2?pid=P00080083&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Shake Rattle and Roll Dueling Piano show<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>This high-energy, musical comedy show features all your favourite hits from the 50s to today. There will be plenty of singing, dancing, and audience participation. Plus, a four hour open bar, appetizers, and a champagne toast.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Year\u2019s Eve in Brooklyn<\/h2>\n<p>&gt; <strong>Time Out Market<\/strong>, a Dumbo destination (Empire Stores, 55 Water St) brought to you by the food &amp; bev editors at Time Out, hosts exclusive, ticketed events to ring in the New Year. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35061\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-735x492.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-335x224.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-347x232.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-520x348.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-640x428.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-960x642.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-600x401.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35061 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-300x201.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-768x514.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-735x492.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-335x224.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-347x232.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-520x348.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-640x428.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-960x642.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market-600x401.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Time-Out-Market-New-York_Time-Out-Market.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Time Out Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FREE New Years Eve events in NYC<\/h2>\n<p>Believe it or not, there are free things to do on NYE in NYC including seeing the fireworks!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-watch-the-new-year-s-eve-ball-drop\">Watch the New Year\u2019s Eve ball drop<\/h2>\n<p>The Times Square ball drop at the stroke of midnight should probably be #1 on this list, but I put it down here because you\u2019ll need a cocktail (or two) first!<\/p>\n<p>Every year a million people gather in Times Square and watch the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.timessquarenyc.org\/times-square-new-years-eve\/nye-history-times-square-ball\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">famous ball drop<\/a>\u00a0when the clock strikes midnight on New Year\u2019s Eve. In fact New York\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve would be incomplete without this tradition! <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Megan with crystal ball\" class=\"wp-image-43608\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-546x728.jpg 546w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-810x1080.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-900x1200.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Megan with crystal ball\" class=\"wp-image-43608 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-768x1024.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-225x300.jpg.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-546x728.jpg.webp 546w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-720x960.jpg.webp 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-810x1080.jpg.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-900x1200.jpg.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-640x853.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop-150x200.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop.jpg.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Megan-at-Ball-drop.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I got to go to the top of One Times Square and see this year\u2019s crystal ball!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Live music and entertainment starts from about 6pm, but you\u2019ll need to get in line about 3pm to secure a good spot. People begin to gather from early afternoon, so if you\u2019re not bothered about the crowds, join the masses to see the giant, sparkling ball drop 141-feet (43 metres) from the roof of One Times Square.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note: <\/em>there are no toilets or portaloos in the area, and I kid you not, but people swear by adult diapers!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>The best view to see the crystal ball drop is in the heart of Times Square where Broadway and 7th Avenue meet, also known as the \u2018Bowtie\u2019. <\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"In the elevator of One Times Square to see Ball\" class=\"wp-image-43609\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-546x728.jpg 546w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-810x1080.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-900x1200.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg.webp\" alt=\"In the elevator of One Times Square to see Ball\" class=\"wp-image-43609 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-768x1024.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-225x300.jpg.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-546x728.jpg.webp 546w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-720x960.jpg.webp 720w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-810x1080.jpg.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-900x1200.jpg.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-640x853.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop-150x200.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop.jpg.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/In-lift-to-ball-drop.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Going up the construction site in an elevator to the ball!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>However, it can still be seen from quite far (including several hotels which I have listed below) and the entire scene is televised across the city too. So maybe just stay in one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/the-best-dreamy-rooftop-restaurants-in-nyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rooftop restaurants<\/a> and watch the live stream including the live performances outside while you\u2019re keeping warm!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind that New Year\u2019s Eve in New York is in deepest darkest winter and the iconic ball drop is an outdoor spectacle, so dress warmly (these <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3lXEXz0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">heated hand warmers<\/a> are essential to keep in your pockets!)<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1238\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg?fit=827%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Times Square New York for New Years Eve\" class=\"wp-image-29203\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg?fit=827%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-416x515.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-827x1024.jpg 827w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-768x951.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-969x1200.jpg 969w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1238\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg?fit=827%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Times Square New York for New Years Eve\" class=\"wp-image-29203 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg?fit=827%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-416x515.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-242x300.jpg 242w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-827x1024.jpg 827w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-768x951.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York-969x1200.jpg 969w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Times-Square-New-York.jpg\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Looking down on Times Square. Photo by\u00a0Andre Benz\u00a0on\u00a0Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take the family to Prospect Park<\/strong> <\/h2>\n<p>Rug up warm and head to <strong>Brooklyn\u2019s\u00a0Grand Army Plaza in Prospect Park<\/strong> which plays host to a festive New Year\u2019s Eve celebration for the whole family. <\/p>\n<p>This free one-hour event\u00a0starts at 11pm with live music and hot chocolate\u00a0and, at midnight, a massive display of fireworks will light up the skies over the park. The best viewing spots are at Grand Army Plaza, the Park\u2019s West Drive, and along Prospect Park West between Grand Army Plaza and 9th Street.<\/p>\n<p>Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prospectpark.org\/event\/new-years-eve-fireworks-in-prospect-park\/\">Prospect Park website<\/a> for latest updates on the fireworks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34509\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34509 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-735x490.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-335x223.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-347x231.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-520x347.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-640x427.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-960x640.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-1080x720.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe-600x400.jpg.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Christmas-tree-in-globe.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by\u00a0Alex Haney\u00a0on\u00a0Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-skate-into-the-new-year\">Skate into the new year!<\/h2>\n<p>Ok, disclaimer: I can\u2019t skate. In fact I hate the whole idea of slipping and sliding so I don\u2019t ski either, but for those who do not share my phobia, here are three great places to ice skate in NYC. <\/p>\n<p><strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/therinkatrockcenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rockefeller Center Ice Rink<\/a><\/strong>, under the famous Christmas tree, is a hot spot in the cold climate over winter. Even just wandering past to take a few photos is a must (that\u2019s more like me!), and the experience is an affordable way to enjoy the city.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But if the busyness of the Rockefeller Center intimidates you, then you can visit one of the many other ice rinks that pop up across the city.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg\" alt=\"Ice skating at Rockefeller Ice Rink\" class=\"wp-image-29198\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-416x276.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg\" alt=\"Ice skating at Rockefeller Ice Rink\" class=\"wp-image-29198 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-416x276.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Ice-skating-at-Rockefeller-plaza-new-york.jpg\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ice skating At Rockefeller Center. I\u2019d be the guy in the middle! Pic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/bvi4092\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In fact skating at <strong>Central Park on the <a href=\"https:\/\/wollmanrinknyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wollman Rink<\/a><\/strong> is just as iconic as the Rockefeller rink.<\/p>\n<p>Or head to the pop-up <strong>Winter Village in <a href=\"https:\/\/bryantpark.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bryant Park<\/a><\/strong> and don your skates there \u2013 then shop in the surrounding market stalls and grab a bite to eat.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg\" alt=\"Skating in Bryant Park\" class=\"wp-image-43615\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-768x588.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-960x734.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1080x826.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-150x115.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"783\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Skating in Bryant Park\" class=\"wp-image-43615 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1024x783.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-300x230.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-768x588.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-960x734.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-1080x826.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating-150x115.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bryant-park-ice-skating.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Skating in Bryant Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Falling skater in Bryant Park, New York\" class=\"wp-image-43617\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-728x546.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1080x810.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Falling skater in Bryant Park, New York\" class=\"wp-image-43617 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1024x768.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-768x576.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-728x546.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-960x720.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-1080x810.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park-150x113.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Falling-skater-Bryant-Park.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-15\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">She recovered!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-join-the-midnight-fun-run\">Join the midnight fun run!<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to get a bit exercise on New Year\u2019s Eve, or are crazy enough to just want to do this midnight run, that lace up your shoes and head to the start line for this four-mile race setting off at 11.59pm on December 31st.<\/p>\n<p>Join this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyrr.org\/races\/nyrrmidnightrun\"><strong>New York Road Runners rac<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyrr.org\/races\/nyrrmidnightrun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>e<\/strong><\/a> and if your NYRR membership is active for this final race of the 2023 9+1 program, you will earn guaranteed entry to the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. Either way, entrants to the NYE race will also get a New Balance long sleeve tech T-shirt.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg\" alt=\"Fireworks over New York City\" class=\"wp-image-29200\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-416x234.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg\" alt=\"Fireworks over New York City\" class=\"wp-image-29200 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-416x234.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Fireworks-over-New-York-City.jpg\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fireworks over New York City! Pic Flickr\/CreativeCommons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experience-the-thrill-of-coney-island\">Experience the thrill of Coney Island<\/h2>\n<p>Looking a more unique and exciting way to celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve? Coney Island in Brooklyn will give you a whirlwind adventure. <\/p>\n<p>The famous amusement park\u2019s celebrations kick off at 6pm and include all of the perks expected from New Year\u2019s Eve: fireworks, live entertainment and a happening social scene. <\/p>\n<p>Located right by the beach, Coney Island is particularly exposed to the city\u2019s winter chill, so make sure that you dress warmly. And, perhaps bring an extra jacket for when the heated excitement of the rides cools you down.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-row alignfull\">\n<div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-row-fwkai8j \">\n<div class=\"eb-row-root-container eb-row-fwkai8j\" data-id=\"eb-row-fwkai8j\">\n<div class=\"eb-row-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"eb-row-inner\">\n<div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-column-5zgtkkw  wp-block-essential-blocks-column\">\n<div class=\"eb-column-wrapper eb-column-5zgtkkw\">\n<div class=\"eb-column-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Buy a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/new-york-city-l59\/new-york-city-explorer-pass-t5721\/?partner_id=G7GZQBV&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">New York Go City Explorer Pass<\/a><\/strong> and choose from two to ten attractions (out of a list of 90 amazing New York experiences) for discounted tickets. <br \/>You can save up to 50% by bundling this way, over buying tickets separately. If you choose the Hop On Hop Off bus, that takes you to Coney Island. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg\" alt=\"Coney Island amusement park New York\" class=\"wp-image-29205\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-416x312.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg\" alt=\"Coney Island amusement park New York\" class=\"wp-image-29205 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-416x312.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/coney-island-in-new-york.jpg\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coney Island amusement park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-tips-to-have-the-best-new-year-s-eve-in-nyc\">5 tips to have the best New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Dress warmly! I think that\u2019s the third time I\u2019ve mentioned it \ud83d\ude09<\/li>\n<li>Get to your destination early<\/li>\n<li>Set out a budget beforehand to decide if you\u2019re going to go large or not<\/li>\n<li>Be prepared for crowds, which are huge on a normal day, and the size of revellers will only increase during the festivities<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t take a bag, wear a clever <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UcaFrH\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">neck scarf with a pocket<\/a> for your cell phone and cards!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Times Square New York\" class=\"wp-image-39232\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-735x491.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-335x224.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-347x232.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-960x641.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1080x721.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Times Square New York\" class=\"wp-image-39232 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1024x684.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-768x513.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-735x491.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-335x224.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-347x232.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-520x347.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-640x427.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-960x641.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-1080x721.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square-150x100.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/New-York-times-square.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-16\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The iconic Times Square view!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs about new year\u2019s eve in New York<\/h2>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1670189033016\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I see the ball drop for free?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! The only time you\u2019ll pay is for a private event. Anyone can see the ball drop in Times Square for free \u2013 but it\u2019s on a first-come first-in basis, so you\u2019ll need to come early for the best view. (Remember, it\u2019ll be cold. Wrap up warm!)<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1670189134475\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where can I see fireworks on New Year\u2019s Eve?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">(2023, to be updated closer to the time): Fireworks will be shooting off all over the city: Prospect Park (party starts at 11pm), Central Park (south of 72nd Street inside the park), Liberty Island fireworks can be best seen from boats running NYE cruises till midnight, Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights. Luna Park at Coney Island. And of course, One Times Square at midnight.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1670189248825\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When should we arrive at Times Square?<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">At 3pm the surrounding streets are closed to traffic and people start coming in to find the best position from about 2pm.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book a hotel with views of the Ball Drop at Times Square<\/h2>\n<p><em>Make sure you select a room with Times Square facing windows, or check with the hotel if they have public viewing areas or rooftop patios and bars to ring in the new year.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/1600779658\/girls-trip-new-york-new-york-city?ref=listings_manager_grid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43472\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-300x127.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-768x326.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-960x407.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-150x64.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43472 lazyload\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"Spending New Year's Eve in New York City is a must do at least once in your life. \" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC [2024]: 21 best events plus fireworks!\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-300x127.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-768x326.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-960x407.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD-150x64.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/GIRLS-TRIP-CANDLES-AD.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-17\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting to New York<\/h2>\n<p>I have been using Southwest Airlines lately for my domestic flights within the US because this no-frills airline actually has LOTS of frills, including free luggage and snacks but no seat allocation! You can read all about my review and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/tips-for-flying-southwest-airlines\/\">tips for flying Southwest<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Happy new year!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve in Las Vegas<\/strong> sees the entire Strip closed to traffic and a massive four-mile block party. Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/where-to-find-new-years-eve-fun-in-las-vegas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NYE in Vegas<\/a> in my post here.<\/p>\n<p>Shop in my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/bloggeratlarge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">curated Amazon Store<\/a><\/strong> where I have put lists together for travel and great gift ideas too!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloggeratlarge.com\/5-ways-to-have-the-best-new-years-eve-in-new-york\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are planning New Year\u2019s Eve in NYC this year, you\u2019ll find a constantly updated list of great events and things to do on<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":78309,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[183,179],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-78308","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-spotlight","category-travel"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78308","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=78308"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78308\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/78309"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=78308"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=78308"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=78308"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}