A new year is upon us, and a live stream of the annual New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square is available for those looking to celebrate it at home.

Although rain is forecast tonight for Times Square, where NYC's New Year’s Eve ball drop annually takes place, the program should be terrific and history will be made.

As revelers throng Midtown Manhattan, some chain restaurants are offering a respite, if a pricey one. Perks include bathroom access and unlimited breadsticks.