Where to watch Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. Streaming details explored

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Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve will feature musical acts like Kesha, T-Pain, Blake Shelton, Lenny Kravitz, and the Jonas Brothers. (Image via Getty Images)

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve continues to be a staple of New Year's Eve celebrations for many. This annual special, which began in 1972, has become one of the most-watched television events for the holiday, attracting millions of viewers each year.

The show is well-known for its live coverage of the Times Square Ball Drop, with musical performances and celebrity hosts adding to the event's appeal.

This year, the program will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest, who has been part of the show since 2005. He will be joined by Rita Ora in Times Square, who will help co-host the New York segment.

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve will air live on ABC at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT. It can be streamed on Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, and ABC's official app or website with a cable provider login.


Exploring Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve streaming details

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve- Source: Getty
Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve- Source: Getty

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest will air live on ABC. The special will start at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT, leading to the Ball Drop at midnight. For those with access to traditional cable or satellite services, ABC can be found on most major networks.

For viewers who prefer streaming, Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve can be watched via several online platforms. ABC’s live broadcast is available through services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV, all of which require a subscription.

Streaming services like these give users access to the live broadcast, making it possible to enjoy the special from almost anywhere with an internet connection.

ABC’s official website and app also provide another option for streaming the event. Users can log in with a cable provider account to access the live feed, giving those without a traditional cable connection an alternative method to tune in to the special.


Additional streaming options and performances of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve explored

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve - Source: Getty
Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve - Source: Getty

While Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve is a major highlight, there are other options for viewers interested in alternative New Year’s Eve programming. CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen will be available beginning at 8 pm ET on CNN and will also be streamed live on Max.

CBS is also hosting New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash, starting at 7:30 pm ET. This show can be streamed on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME.

The New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in Times Square is a key part of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. For those who are unable to watch the show on ABC, there is an option for a free live stream.

This stream, which is hosted on Timessquarenyc.org, will begin at 6 pm ET and will offer commercial-free coverage of the festivities leading up to the Ball Drop.

This broadcast will also include open captions and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for accessibility.

The event will also be streamed on YouTube, providing another free viewing option for those unable to tune in through traditional TV channels or streaming services. The free livestreams will offer a chance to experience the Times Square Ball Drop as it happens, without the need for a subscription or cable connection.


Performances and guests of the show

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve - Source: Getty
Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve - Source: Getty

This year’s broadcast will feature numerous musical performances. Alanis Morissette will perform You Oughta Know alongside Reneé Rapp as part of the 30th anniversary of Morissette’s album Jagged Little Pill. Natasha Bedingfield will also take the stage to perform her 20-year-old hit Unwritten.

DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic Live! set will feature performances by artists such as Ja Rule, Fat Joe, Slick Rick, and Doug E. Fresh.

The event will also feature other musical acts including Kesha, T-Pain, Blake Shelton, Lenny Kravitz, and the Jonas Brothers. These performances will be spread across different locations, with Las Vegas, the West Coast, and Puerto Rico contributing additional performances and co-hosting duties.


For those who plan to watch the show, there are several ways to catch the special, whether through traditional broadcast on ABC or via streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV.

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Edited by Niharika Dabral
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