WATCH: A test run of New York City’s ball drop concluded successfully in Times Square on December 30, less than 48 hours before the final countdown to New Year’s Eve. The Constellation Ball is the largest New Year’s Eve Ball ever, containing 5,280 crystals and LED light pucks. It will remain dark until the final countdown, seconds before midnight on December 31, 2025. COURTESY: Reuters | GMA News

New Year’s Livestream: Times Square New York as crowds gather for ball drop

Welcoming a new year in Times Square wouldn't be the same without the famous ball drop. CNN explores the history of this eye-catching ritual. | CNN International