Record-Breaking Lineup Unveiled for 2026 ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest

Anticipation is building for an electrifying New Year’s Eve as a star-studded lineup prepares to grace the stage for ABC’s iconic celebration. Performers including Chappell Roan, Post Malone, and the voices behind “KPop Demon Hunters,” alongside the legendary Mariah Carey, are set to deliver unforgettable performances on December 31.

The annual festivity, “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026,” promises to be a spectacular night of music and entertainment. The much-anticipated event will unfold across various locations, from the vibrant heart of New York City to the bustling streets of Las Vegas and Chicago, and even extending to the sunny shores of Puerto Rico.

Among the standout performers, GRAMMY-winning artist Chappell Roan and the dynamic talents of HUNTR/X’s EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI will captivate audiences as they help usher in the new year. Mariah Carey and Post Malone join this impressive lineup, ensuring a night filled with top-tier entertainment.

Set to air from 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. EST, the broadcast will span multiple time zones, making it the most-watched New Year’s Eve celebration in the nation. The festive spirit will be kept alive by hosts Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora from Times Square, with Chance the Rapper leading the first-ever live Central Time Zone countdown from Chicago.

Adding to the excitement, NFL icon Rob Gronkowski will return, and “Dancing with the Stars” co-host Julianne Hough will make her debut as a co-host, as they bring the festivities to life from Las Vegas. Details about the Puerto Rico segment remain under wraps but are eagerly awaited.

This year’s event is set to make history with the longest telecast yet, extending an additional 90 minutes. Audiences can look forward to a memorable night soundtracked by the hits that defined the year, making this a New Year’s Eve to remember.

The largest lineup and longest telecast in the show’s more than 50-year history airs live Wednesday, December 31 at 8/7c on ABC, and streams next day on Hulu.

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