Marvel Rivals recently celebrated its first year, and it’s keeping the celebration alive with an exciting New Year’s event accessible to all players. Inspired by live-service games like Fortnite, Netease has introduced a ball drop mini-event for players to watch with friends and others in the community.
This event is set in the Times Square map, bringing the iconic New Year’s ball drop tradition online. If you’re eager to join in on the festivities, here’s everything you need to know about the Marvel Rivals New Year’s event.
Marvel Rivals New Year Event 2026 Countdown Timer and Ball Drop Timings
Mark your calendars! The Marvel Rivals New Year’s event kicks off on December 31 at 8 PM ET (5 PM PT/1 AM UTC/1 AM BST) and runs until January 1 at 1 AM ET (10 PM PT/6 AM UTC/6 AM BST). After the initial countdown, the event will repeat every hour until it ends.
While details are still emerging, you can look forward to a countdown on the Times Square map’s central screen, culminating in a grand ball drop when the clock strikes zero.
This event is being hosted by none other than New York’s Mayor, Wilson Fisk, the notorious Kingpin of the city. It’s also worth noting that Loki’s Ultimate Ability will be disabled during the event to prevent any performance hiccups.
To help you keep track of the fun, here’s a countdown for the Marvel Rivals New Year’s event:
Marvel Rivals New Year’s Event Rewards
The sole reward for participating in the Marvel Rivals New Year’s event is the exclusive ‘New Year 2026’ title. If you want the honor of having attended the game’s first New Year’s celebration, this title is your ticket. Just join the Times Square map and celebrate the ball drop when the event goes live. You’ll receive your title through an in-game email afterwards.
That wraps up the essentials about the Marvel Rivals New Year’s event. Will you be partaking in the ball drop? Share your excitement in the comments below!
When does the Marvel Rivals New Year event go live?
The Marvel Rivals New Year’s event kicks off on December 31 at 8 PM ET.
How long will the New Year’s event remain active?
The New Year’s ball drop runs until January 1 at 1 AM ET.