Which New Year’s Eve Broadcast Is Right for You?

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With Christmas, Hanukkah, and Boxing Day behind us, only one major holiday remains in 2025: New Year’s Eve! Whether you’re planning a romantic midnight kiss or hoping things click with someone special, the big question is: what to watch? There are tons of options, from music performances by artists like Rita Ora to shows featuring lively celebrations. Actually, many of the options are pretty similar! Here’s a complete list of New Year’s Eve shows you can enjoy from the comfort of your home.

New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash

CBS is embracing country music with a New Year’s Eve celebration! They’re hosting a show in Nashville with comedian Bert Kreischer and country artist Hardy, and a separate event in New York City led by influencer Haley Baylee. The Nashville show, taking place at Bicentennial Park, will feature performances by stars like Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, and Bailey Zimmerman, as well as Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Rascal Flatts, Riley Green, Marcus King, Megan Moroney, Zach Top, Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson, and Stephen Wilson Jr. The event will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. ET (with a brief pause from 10 to 10:30 p.m.).

If you’re a fan of artists like Morgan Wallen, this is definitely one to watch!

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve

If you’re looking for a traditional New Year’s Eve celebration, ABC is once again hosting Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will host the main event in New York City, with Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough leading the festivities in Las Vegas. Chance the Rapper will be in Chicago, and another host will join from Puerto Rico. This year’s performers include a diverse lineup like Chappell Roan, Post Malone, 50 Cent, HUNTR/X from KPop Demon Hunters, Mariah Carey, Zara Larsson, LE SSERAFIM, Leon Thomas, Madison Beer, 4 Non Blondes, Ciara, Goo Goo Dolls, and Demi Lovato. The show starts at 8 p.m. Eastern and continues until 4 a.m., broadcasting live on ABC and streaming on Hulu the next day.

Tune in if: You want a show with something for everyone in the family.

New Year’s Eve Live With Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen

Looking for a fun way to ring in the New Year? Join Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen for their annual New Year’s Eve show! They’ll be hosting a lively broadcast with a fantastic lineup of guests and musical performances from around the country. Expect appearances by comedians Stephen Colbert, Amy Sedaris, B.J. Novak, Leanne Morgan, and Sarah Sherman, plus performances by Robyn, Shakira, Brandy, Monica, Bryan Adams, Florence + the Machine, Raye, Brandi Carlile, Aloe Blacc, Patti LaBelle, and Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams. The show starts at 8 p.m. ET and goes until 12:30 a.m. on CNN and the CNN streaming service.

Tune in if: You appreciate a playful and inclusive vibe!

A Toast to 2025!

Jenna Bush Hager and Hoda Kotb are hosting a special called A Toast to 2025 on NBC. It’s not a live event, but will air from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Eastern Time and include appearances by Lester Holt (from NBC News), Ariana Madix (from Love Island USA), Howie Mandel (from America’s Got Talent), and Brian Baumgartner (from The Office). NBC originally planned a live New Year’s Eve special with Snoop Dogg, announced in May, but it was canceled due to Snoop’s scheduling conflicts. Instead, viewers will be able to watch Hoda and Jenna ring in the new year in this pre-recorded special.

If you miss seeing Hoda Kotb on the Today show, this is worth watching.

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2025-12-30 21:54