Place and Time
Where does the event take place?
In New York City / Times Square.
What is dropped in Times Square?
A big ball.
Where did the tradition start?
In England.
How many people come to Times Square every year?
Over one million.
What falls during the celebration besides the Ball?
Confetti.
When is the Ball dropped?
At 11:59 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.
How far is the Ball lowered?
43 metres.
In what year did the first Ball drop in New York happen?
In 1907.
How many colours can the Ball show?
Over 16 million.
How much confetti falls in Times Square?
Over one ton.
From where is the Ball lowered?
From the One Times Square building.
What kind of lights does the Ball have today?
LED lights.
What was the first Ball made of?
Iron and wood.
How much does the Ball weigh today?
5,386 kg.
What effect do the colours create?
A kaleidoscope effect.