{"id":107794,"date":"2025-10-29T22:31:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T22:31:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/107794\/"},"modified":"2025-10-29T22:31:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T22:31:22","slug":"specials-christmas-movies-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/107794\/","title":{"rendered":"Specials, Christmas Movies & More"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\tEXCLUSIVE: Can you believe it\u2019s that time of year again? Halloween is just two days away and we\u2019re already looking ahead to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. NBC<\/a> has unveiled its lineup of new and returning specials and classic holiday programming, including specials such as Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Christmas in Rockefeller Center, and several others. New programming for 2025 includes Wicked<\/a>: One Wonderful Night with the film\u2019s stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, Christmas in Nashville, Password Holiday Special and more.\u00a0Saturday Night Live<\/a> also will be back with both Thanksgiving and Christmas specials.<\/p>\n

\n\t\u201cThese holiday events and specials bring audiences together in ways nothing else can,\u201d said Jen Neal, Executive Vice President, Live Events and Specials, NBCUniversal Entertainment. \u201cNBC is your home for heartwarming traditions, joyful celebrations, and unforgettable moments.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tLast year, the Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade drew 61% co-viewing \u2013 the most of any NBC show in 2024 \u2014 while Christmas in Rockefeller Center earned 48%, according to the network and Nielsen.<\/p>\n

\n\tSee below for a full list of holiday programming per NBC through Jan. 1, 2026. Times listed are both ET\/PT.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tWICKED: ONE WONDERFUL NIGHT\u00a0
When: Thursday, Nov. 6, 8-10 p.m.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
What: A thrillifying once-in-a-lifetime musical event celebrating the upcoming cinematic release of Universal Pictures\u2019 film \u201cWicked: For Good<\/a>.\u201d The film\u2019s stars, including three-time Academy Award-nominated Cynthia Erivo and Academy Award-nominated Ariana Grande, will lead the two-hour special featuring electrifying performances alongside their \u201cWicked: For Good\u201d co-stars \u2013 for an unforgettable night of reimagined musical arrangements, cast interviews, behind-the-scenes moments, exclusive surprises and maybe even a sneak peek at what\u2019s to come in the next chapter of Oz.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tCOUNTDOWN TO THE 99TH MACY\u2019S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE\u00ae\u00a0
When: Wednesday, Nov. 26, 8-9 p.m. and simulcast on Peacock\u00a0
What: Broadcast live from the famous starting line on the eve of the iconic Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade, viewers will get an exclusive first look at the incredible stories behind the floats, balloons and bands as they prepare to make their way through the streets of New York.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tA SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE THANKSGIVING \u00a0
When: Wednesday, Nov. 26, 9-11 p.m.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
What: The iconic late-night program will highlight memorable Thanksgiving-themed sketches.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t99th MACY\u2019S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE\u00ae\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
When: Thursday, Nov. 27, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (encore at 2 p.m.)and simulcast on Peacock\u00a0
What: The 99th edition of the world-famous Macy\u2019s Thanksgiving Day Parade\u00ae brings its one-of-a-kind magic to New York City spectators and a national television audience with its exciting array of balloons, floats, marching bands, celebrities and more in America\u2019s most watched entertainment telecast of the year.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tNATIONAL DOG SHOW PRESENTED BY PURINA\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
When: Thursday, Nov. 27, 12-2 p.m. and simulcast on Peacock\u00a0
What: NBC\u2019s Thanksgiving Day tradition is hosted by John O\u2019Hurley, former \u201cSeinfeld\u201d star and winner of \u201cDancing with the Stars,\u201d along with expert analyst David Frei. Mary Carillo will offer a behind-the-scenes account of the competition.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tCHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER\u00a0 \u00a0
When: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 8-10 p.m.\u00a0and simulcast on Peacock\u00a0
What: Hosted by Reba McEntire, the dazzling display of musical talents, star-studded surprises and the lighting of the world\u2019s most famous Christmas tree remains one of the holiday season\u2019s most anticipated events.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tCHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE\u00a0
When: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10-11 p.m.\u00a0\u00a0
What:\u00a0Celebrate the season Nashville-style! Ring in the holidays with dazzling performances and a night of music, magic and merrymaking straight from Music City.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tHOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS\u00a0
When: Thursday, Dec. 4, 8-8:30 p.m. (encore on Dec. 25 at 8 p.m.)\u00a0
What: The classic animated tale of the curmudgeonly Grinch who\u2019s hoping to remove the joy from Christmas but, ultimately, has a change of heart.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tFROSTY THE SNOWMAN\u00a0
When: Thursday, Dec. 4, 8:30-9 p.m. (encore on Dec. 9 at 8 p.m.)\u00a0
What: The cherished original holiday special about how Frosty, everyone\u2019s favorite snowman, came to life one day.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tRUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER\u00a0\u00a0
When: Friday, Dec. 5, 8-9:15 p.m. (encore on Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.)\u00a0
What: The classic animated special offers the perspective of Rudolph, who\u2019s told he couldn\u2019t play in any Reindeer Games due to his glowing nose. Rudolph sets out on a fantastic journey where he meets Hermey the elf, prospector Yukon Cornelius and a host of Misfit Toys, all while trying to hide from the Abominable Snow Monster.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tPASSWORD HOLIDAY SPECIAL\u00a0
When: Monday, Dec. 8, 10-11p.m. (encore on Dec. 18 at 8p.m.)\u00a0
What: \u201cPassword,\u201d hosted by Keke Palmer and starring Jimmy Fallon, returns to NBC primetime to ring in the holiday season with a very merry, special holiday episode. Celebrity guest Jonathan Groff spreads good cheer, pairing up with contestants to compete against Fallon and his teammate in a festive edition of the iconic celebrity word game.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tSHREK THE HALLS\u00a0\u00a0
When: Tuesday,Dec. 9, 8:30-9 p.m. (encore on Dec. 17 at 8 p.m.)\u00a0
What: This half-hour animated special debuted in 2007 and features a Christmas twist on the original \u201cShrek\u201d characters.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tA MOTOWN CHRISTMAS\u00a0
When: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 17 at p.m.)\u00a0
What: Hosted by Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey, this special will feature performances by Motown legends and today\u2019s hottest stars celebrating iconic Hitsville U.S.A classics and their favorite holiday songs.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tNBC 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW PRESENTED BY ACCESS HOLLYWOOD\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tWhen: Thursday, Dec. 11, 9:15-10 p.m. (one-hour extended version airing Dec. 17 at 10 p.m.)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
What: \u201cAccess Hollywood\u2019s\u201d Mario Lopez and Kit Hoover host NBC\u2019s primetime special, recapping the most talked about entertainment stories and buzzworthy headlines of the year.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tJIMMY FALLON\u2019S HOLIDAY SEASONING SPECTACULAR\u00a0
When: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 9 -10 p.m.\u00a0
What: Jimmy Fallon searches for the holiday spirit in New York, exploring a surreal and magical apartment building where behind every door a different celebrity joins him for a performance from his festive holiday album, \u201cHoliday Seasoning.\u201d The star-studded lineup of guests includes Meghan Trainor, Cara Delevingne, Dolly Parton, JB Smoove, Jonas Brothers, Justin Timberlake, LL Cool J, The Roots, \u201cWeird Al\u201d Yankovic and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tA SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE CHRISTMAS\u00a0
When: Thursday, Dec. 18, 9-11 p.m. (encore on Dec. 22 at 9 p.m.)\u00a0
What: The iconic late-night program will highlight memorable Christmas-themed sketches.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tIT\u2019S A WONDERFUL LIFE\u00a0
When: Wednesday, Dec. 24, 8-11 p.m. \u00a0
What: NBC again presents this Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart. An angel is sent from heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tCHRISTMAS EVE MASS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
When: Wednesday, Dec. 24, 11:30 p.m.-1 a.m.\u00a0 \u00a0
What: Viewers will be able to watch the Pope Leo-led mass from St. Peter\u2019s Basilica in Rome.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\tHOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS\u00a0 \u00a0
When: Thursday, Dec. 25, 8:30-11 p.m.\u00a0
What: On the outskirts of Whoville, there lives a green revenge-seeking Grinch who plans on ruining the Christmas holiday for all of the citizens of the town.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\n\t137th ROSE PARADE PRESENTED BY HONDA\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0
When: Thursday, Jan. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ET \/ 8-10 a.m. PT\u00a0and simulcast on Peacock\u00a0
What: The streets of Pasadena, Calif., are lined with thousands of parade fans as gorgeous rose-covered floats and marching bands partake in their annual New Year\u2019s holiday festivities.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"EXCLUSIVE: Can you believe it\u2019s that time of year again? Halloween is just two days away and we\u2019re…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":107795,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[156,1092,111,139,69,8804,45415,437,74302,10487],"class_list":{"0":"post-107794","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-tv","8":"tag-entertainment","9":"tag-nbc","10":"tag-new-zealand","11":"tag-newzealand","12":"tag-nz","13":"tag-saturday-night-live","14":"tag-snl","15":"tag-tv","16":"tag-wicked","17":"tag-wicked-for-good"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107794","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107794"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107794\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/107795"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107794"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107794"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107794"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}