It's almost 2026, and thousands of people have flocked to Times Square in New York City to watch the annual ball drop to ring in the New Year. Read on to see a livestream from USA TODAY of the event everyone is literally counting down towards, or learn how to watch it live on television.

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s time to ring in 2026! Viewers will have their pick among several New Year’s Eve specials airing on Wednesday,

CBS has the content you love with “New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash” billed as “featuring high-energy performances from country music’s hottest stars, including Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman and many more.”

“CNN New Year’s Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen” will return on Wednesday, Dec. 31, starting at 8 p.m. on CNN. The special will run well into the New Year, and you can watch live or on-demand on Sling TV or DIRECTV (free trial).