New Yorkers are shelling out substantial amounts for exclusive New Year's Eve packages in Times Square, with prices reaching up to $12,500. This extravagant spending includes access to prime locations, food, drinks, and live entertainment, offering a unique vantage point to witness the iconic ball drop at One Times Square.
Notable options include a $650 table at the Applebee’s US food franchise and a luxurious couples package at the Marriott Marquis priced at around $12,500. Events entrepreneur Joshua Perla has observed a surge in demand for these Times Square packages, emphasizing that consumers are essentially paying for the prime real estate and the opportunity to witness the midnight ball drop.
Other offerings in Times Square include a $499 package granting access to the transformed AMC 42nd Street movie theatre, capped at 400 attendees. For a more extravagant experience, the Broadway Lounge at the Marriott Marquis offers a "prime couples' package" at $6,250 per person, featuring a table with a Times Square view, an open bar, dinner, and a concert by Skip Martin.
The Renaissance New York Times Square offers tickets ranging from $1,950 to $6,500 for its R Lounge, providing a front-row view of the live ball drop. Additionally, the Times Square Edition hotel presents upscale New Year's Eve experiences with Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser, offering various packages priced between $2,500 and $3,500.
As New Yorkers gear up for a lavish New Year's Eve, these packages provide a range of experiences catering to different preferences and budgets.