Thursday, Dec 31 New Year's Eve Masquerade at W NY Times Square

New Year's Eve Masquerade at W NY Times Square is a party at W New York - Times Square in Times Square, Manhattan on Thursday, December 31, 2026. Doors 8:30pm, ends 12:30am the next morning. 21+ with ID. Tickets from $162 on Eventbrite when checked Nov 9, 2026.

21+

Doors: 8:30pm · ends 12:30am (next morning)
Venue: W New York - Times Square, Times Square
Address: 1567 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
Price: From $162 (lowest Eventbrite ticket incl. fees, seen Nov 9, 2026)

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About the party

W Hotels of New York stages a New Year's Eve Masquerade at W New York, Times Square, at 1567 Broadway, on Thursday, December 31, from 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM. A separate after party follows from 12:30 to 2:30 AM on its own ticket.

What to expect

A theatrical, dressed-up hotel bar night: masks are optional, and the main party has standing, seated and cabana tickets, a four-hour open bar, light bites from 10 to 11 PM, party favors, a live DJ, coat check and a midnight champagne toast. There is no live view of the ball drop: it is broadcast inside, and guests may not go outside during it. My take: this is for people who want to be in Times Square for the countdown with a masquerade theme, not on the street.

Music and lineup

A live DJ performs at both the masquerade and the after party, per the listing. No DJ is named, no genre is stated, and set times are not published.

Before you go

Eventbrite lists 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM for the masquerade; the after party runs 12:30 to 2:30 AM, is standing room only and includes two drink tickets. It is 21+ and ID is checked at the door; the organizer's FAQ accepts a US driver's license or ID card, a US military ID, or a valid international driver's license or passport. Bring a printed ticket or the mobile ticket in the Eventbrite app. Tickets are not transferable, per the FAQ. Coat check is included with the masquerade.

Refunds (W Hotels of New York (Eventbrite)): All sales are final; tickets are non-refundable regardless of attendance.

Before the party: happy hours nearby

Happy hours within a short walk of W New York - Times Square that run on Thursday before doors, with the deal as published.

Blue Fin · 1 min walk
Market Oyster $2 · Mini Lobster Rolls $10 · 4pm–6pm
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que · 1 min walk
Famous Fries $4 · Traditional Wing $6 · 3pm–6pm
Havana Central · 2 min walk
Tropical Cocktails $9 · Espresso Martinis $12 · 3pm–7pm

Questions

Will I see the ball drop?

Not in person. It is broadcast inside the bar, and guests cannot go outside during it.

Do I have to wear a mask?

No, the listing says the mask is optional.

Is the after party included?

It is a separate ticket, from 12:30 to 2:30 AM.

What ID is accepted?

A US driver's license or ID card, US military ID, or a valid international driver's license or passport.

Can I transfer my ticket?

No, per the organizer's FAQ.

Where is New Year's Eve Masquerade at W NY Times Square?

At W New York - Times Square, 1567 Broadway, New York, NY 10036 (Times Square).

Is there a happy hour near W New York - Times Square before the party?

Yes: Blue Fin (Market Oyster $2 · Mini Lobster Rolls $10, 1 min walk); Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que (Famous Fries $4 · Traditional Wing $6, 1 min walk); Havana Central (Tropical Cocktails $9 · Espresso Martinis $12, 2 min walk), on Thursdays before doors, as published by each bar.

What else is on in NYC that night?

63 other parties are listed for Thursday, Dec 31, including Ring in 2027 at Lagos Times Square Your Ultimate New Year's Eve Celebration at Lagos Times Square; New Year's Eve Party in Times Square at Dos Caminos & Blue Fin at Dos Caminos Times Square; Rooftop Ball Drop View at Margaritaville Times Square.

How do I get home from W New York - Times Square?

The New York subway runs all night, with fewer trains after midnight; check the MTA app for weekend changes. Yellow cabs and ride apps work across Manhattan; the night is listed to end at 12:30am the next morning.