As 2025 concludes, major U.S. cities are preparing for New Year's Eve 2026 celebrations, with New York City's Times Square Ball Drop, Las Vegas's Strip fireworks, and Miami's warm-weather parties being prominent. Other cities like Chicago at Navy Pier, San Francisco over the Bay Bridge, and Los Angeles with multiple venues also offer distinct public events. These celebrations blend festive hope with heightened security measures as the new year begins.