Celebrating New Year’s Eve can take many forms. Whether it’s a lovely dinner with friends or perhaps a fun countdown at a local bar, people have their favorites. But if you’re staying in and want to enjoy the festivities from home, Decider can guide you through the options for streaming New Year’s Eve events.
Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper are set to return to help usher in the new year, and you can catch their antics on CNN. However, there’s a twist this year—unfortunately, their New Year’s Eve show won’t be available live on HBO Max.
Meanwhile, ABC, NBC, and CBS are bringing a variety of specials, including classics. For instance, you can watch Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve Live starting at 8 PM ET on ABC. If you’re a fan of country music, you might like New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash, which will be hosted by Bert Kreischer and country star Hardy on CBS and Paramount+. Over at NBC, Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager will kick off Cheers to 2025! starting at 10:30 PM ET.
Wishing everyone a joyful start to 2026! Here’s a breakdown of how to watch the New Year’s Eve celebrations live online.
How to watch New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Countdown Live for free without cable:
You can ring in 2026 via the official Times Square website, on Facebook, YouTube, or Times Square Ball Net. They’re even providing a livestream with open captioning and American Sign Language interpretation, starting at 6 PM ET.
Additional free mobile streams can be found at Times SquareNYC.org and New Year’s Eve.New York.
Where to watch Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve live:
Start time: 8 PM ET
Where to watch: You can catch this special live on ABC, with a next-day stream available on Hulu. If you have an active Hulu + Live TV subscription, you can also watch it live via YouTube TV, fuboTV, DIRECTV, or Sling TV.
Hosts: Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora
Performers: The event will feature Diana Ross along with acts like Four Non Blondes, 50 Cent, 6lack, and a host of others, including Mariah Carey and OneRepublic.
Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper’s New Year’s Eve Special Live Streaming Options:
Start time: 8 PM ET
Where to watch: You can find Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen’s New Year’s Eve Live on CNN, their app, or the new streaming service CNN All Access, currently priced at $34.99 for the first year (or $3.50 per month).
This year, the show will not stream live on HBO Max. It’ll also be available on Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, or Sling TV.
Performers: Expect a mix of music, comedy, and surprise guests, including Shakira, who’ll perform from Florida, and a lineup of artists like Brandi Carlile and Michelle Williams.
Streaming method for New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash:
Start time: 8 PM ET
Where to watch: This special can be streamed live on CBS or on Paramount+ Premium (available for $12.99/month). Free trials can be accessed through Paramount+ and Amazon. It’s also available for live streaming with an active Hulu + Live TV subscription, YouTube TV, fuboTV, DIRECTV, or Sling TV.
Hosts: Bert Kreischer and country artist Hardy
Performers: Jason Aldean will headline alongside Laney Wilson and Bailey Zimmerman, with special guests and a variety of other artists adding to the show.
NBC Cheers to 2025! Live stream information:
Start time: 10:30 PM (EST)
Where to watch: This special will be available on NBC or their website/app, and you can also stream it with an active Hulu + Live TV subscription, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, or Sling TV.
Hosts: Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager
Overview: The duo will be joined by various celebs and NBC News talent to recap the memorable moments of 2025.
Fox News NYE live stream information:
Fox News has planned four one-hour New Year’s Eve specials, running from 8 PM to midnight. These include Who Can Forget 2025?, Spending the New Year with Kat, Tyrus, and the Five, as well as Jimmy Feira’s National New Year Celebration.
Start time: 8 PM ET
Where to watch: Tune in live on FOX News Channel, with options to subscribe to Fox One for $19.99/month with a 7-day free trial.
