Television personality Ryan Seacrest is set to helm the main stage for one of the world's most-watched New Year's Eve celebrations, Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, welcoming 2026. He will be joined by a glittering roster of co-hosts, including pop sensation Rita Ora, Grammy-winner Chance the Rapper, former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski, and dancer Julianne Hough.
A Trio of Celebratory Locations
The live broadcast will connect multiple cities across the United States, creating a nationwide party. Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora will anchor the primary festivities live from the iconic Times Square in New York City, where the famous ball drop occurs. Meanwhile, Chance the Rapper will be holding court with his own segment broadcasting from Chicago.
Adding to the Vegas flair, the duo of Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough will be live from Las Vegas, bringing their unique energy to the proceedings. The producers have also teased a special segment originating from Puerto Rico, though the specific details and hosts for that location are still under wraps.
How and When to Tune In
For viewers in the UK and around the world eager to catch the spectacle, the event will be broadcast live on the ABC network. The show kicks off at 8 p.m. EST on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. If you miss the live action, you will be able to stream the entire celebration the next day, 1 January 2026, on the Hulu platform.
A Long-Standing Television Tradition
Ryan Seacrest is no stranger to this particular New Year's Eve duty. His involvement with the ABC special began two decades ago, in 2005. He notably took over the primary hosting responsibilities from the show's legendary creator, Dick Clark, ensuring the programme's continuity and enduring popularity for a new generation of viewers.
This year's diverse line-up, blending talent from music, sport, and television, promises a dynamic and entertaining broadcast to ring in the new year.
