Not just Times Square - here are the most bizarre New Year’s Eve drops across the United States

Across the U.S., towns celebrate New Year’s Eve with quirky and unusual drops to signal the arrival of 2026. Events are fruit drops such as oranges, cherries, grapes, and pineapples; oversized food products like MoonPies, pierogies, and pickles; and sea creatures such as shrimp, crab, oysters, and walleye. Iconic regional customs include a giant cheese wedge in Wisconsin and a conch shell in Florida. The tradition traces back to 1907 in Times Square, featuring how creativity and local tradition shape festive celebrations nationwide.