New Year’s Eve 2022: Thousands flood Times Square to see in 2023 as US begins to celebrate
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Thousands of revelers are flooding Times Square, where crowds are expected to celebrate New Year’s Eve without restrictions after two years of celebrations marred by the pandemic.
People from all over the world have come to party and watch the iconic ball drop, and many have already donned their New Year’s best regalia, including sparkly hats, 2023 sunglasses and waterproof ponchos, as rain and fog blanket the city. .
The Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment have hosted New Year’s Eve in Times Square and are expected to drop 3,000 pounds of confetti when the ball drops at midnight.
The stage is set and crowds are already beginning to gather at the iconic midtown Manhattan venue for one of the world’s biggest celebrations.
People from all over the world have come to celebrate and watch the iconic ball drop and many have already donned their New Year’s best regalia, including sparkly hats, 2023 sunglasses and rainproof waterproof ponchos.
Thousands of revelers have flooded Times Square, where record crowds are expected to celebrate unrestricted New Year’s Eve under a blanket of fog and rain after two years of celebrations blighted by the pandemic.
Barricades have been put up and quite a bit of testing done to make sure the main attraction runs smoothly.
As for security, thousands of uniformed officers will be in Times Square. Police will also be present in neighborhoods and the metro to make sure everyone enjoys the festivities safely.
The pandemic will not affect New Year’s celebrations this year. Restrooms won’t be available, and despite the long wait and rain, revelers will have to stand in Times Square. Bags, chairs and umbrellas will not be allowed.
The highly anticipated festivities will be broadcast to television and online audiences and will include an immersive virtual experience from One Times Square, home of the iconic New Year’s Eve ball drop celebration.
The international celebration will build excitement with hourly countdowns leading up to the iconic Ball Drop when New York City Mayor Eric Adams will press the Waterford Crystal button signaling the descent of the New Year’s Eve Ball and lead the 60 second. countdown to midnight.
With no holds barred, many were seen reaching out for selfies and documenting the exciting gathering of thousands.
The Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment are the organizers of Times Square’s New Year’s Eve and are expected to drop 3,000 pounds of confetti when the ball drops at midnight.
The stage is set and the crowds are already beginning to gather in Times Square for one of the biggest celebrations in the world.
Times Square did see a bit of rain, but it hasn’t deterred many who came early to get the best spot to catch the musical performances and, of course, the midnight ball drop.
A woman in a red poncho was seen as the crowd began to arrive for the evening’s celebrations.
Revelers waited in the rain in Times Square for the New Years celebrations with millions eagerly watching from home
Streets were closed earlier in Manhattan starting at about 4 a.m. Saturday morning and NYPD officers are expected to have a heavy presence throughout the night.
People began celebrating New Year’s Eve in Times Square in 1904, in 1907 the New Year’s Eve Ball made its first descent from the flagpole at One Times Square.
Singer-songwriter-producer Chelsea Cutler and multi-talented singer-songwriter-producer JVKE will lead the musical performances at the special ticket event.
In addition to the musical performances, actor and television personality Jonathan Bennett will return to the celebration as New Year’s Eve host in Times Square.
Bennett will be joined by Jeremy Hassell, who has been a part of the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square since 2016.
People gather in Times Square to celebrate New Year’s Eve on a rainy day in New York City: some masks are seen among a sea of people taking advantage of the unrestrained celebration
As revelers continue to pour into Times Square, the NYPD posted a “thank you” to all of the “best of New York” who are doing their part to ensure everyone’s safety ahead of the New Year’s Eve celebration. New.
As for security, thousands of uniformed officers will be in Times Square. The police will also be present in the neighborhoods and the metro to make sure that everyone enjoys the festivities safely.
The Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball was seen being tested in preparation for the December 31 celebration in Times Square on Friday.