New Yorkers found themselves in the middle of a confetti shower on Saturday, as they walked past the city's landmark Times Square and witnessed the annual New Year's Eve Confetti Test. /VCG Photo

Every year on New Year's Eve, a blizzard of confetti falls down from the sky after the crystal ball drops on Times Square. The test is part of the preparation. /VCG Photo

Over a ton of confetti will rain down from eight buildings on Times Square this year on New Year's Eve. /VCG Photo

People can write down their New Year's wish on the colored papers and see their blessings fall from sky as they welcome the brand new year. /VCG Photo