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Where to Watch the Ball Drop in 2026—NYC New Year's Eve | Condé Nast Traveler

"The tickets for the rooftop at the Moxy have actually dropped for this year, making it tempting to ditch black-tie tuxedoes and snag a spot at one of Midtown’s most colorful hotels. The hotel’s rooftop bar, Magic Hour, is throwing an all-night New Year’s Eve party featuring what’s touted as an “urban amusement park” with State Fair–inspired light bites, plus an open bar and a Champagne toast at midnight; just a few blocks from Times Square, it’s one of the most affordable ways to watch the ball drop without sacrificing class." - Caitlin Morton