Diana Ross will be front and center as the headliner for “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” 2026. So prepare to see her live in concert performing a full medley of her legendary repertoire! Prepare yourself for a once-in-a-lifetime 5th anniversary bash! It’s scheduled to go live on the night of December 31, beginning at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and running through 4 a.m. the following morning. Of course, this year is special because it will be Ryan Seacrest’s 20th time hosting the event.
Ross’s performance will feature fan-favorite songs such as “I’m Coming Out” and “Upside Down,” the latter of which gained renewed popularity after being featured in the fifth season of Netflix’s “Stranger Things.” The addition of these tracks will surely connect with established listeners and new fans as well.
A Star-Studded Performance Lineup
Beyond Diana Ross, “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” will feature other top performers taking to the stage to ring in 2024. Hip-Hop veterans Busta Rhymes, T.I. and Wyclef Jean will be part of the celebration, lending their one-of-a-kind artistry to the lineup. American Songwriter, Philmore, Goo Goo Dolls, Jess Glynne, Jessie Murph, Mately and more are slated to perform on the show.
Other major acts on the list include Jordan Davis and KPop phenomenon Demon Hunters. Don’t miss today’s biggest artists, including Leon Thomas, Lil Jon, and Little Big Town. We’re so excited to have Madison Beer and Maren Morris join us on stage! These artists will represent a wide variety of music styles, ensuring everyone will be dancing throughout the entire evening.
Prepare yourselves, because we have an AMAZING lineup in store! Mariah Carey, New Kids on the Block, OneRepublic, Pitbull, Post Malone, Rick Springfield, Russell Dickerson, The All-American Rejects, Tucker Wetmore and Zara Larsson will all take the stage.
An Extended Celebration Across Multiple Locations
This year’s “New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” marks a historic moment with its extended runtime of eight hours, making it the longest broadcast in the show’s 54-year history. Chicago’s Chance the Rapper will be the other co-host. He’ll be unveiling some special live performances from DJs, spoken word artists and live blues musicians.
The event will take place across various locations including Las Vegas, Chicago, and Puerto Rico, allowing for an exciting mix of regional celebrations. Each host city will bring its own distinctive charm to the broader New Year’s party.
The full episode will be available for streaming on Hulu the next day. This expansion into digital platforms reflects the show’s commitment to reaching a broader audience in today’s media landscape.
