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Photo Credits (clockwise from top left): \u201cCMA Country Christmas\u201d (Disney\/Connie Chornuk),
\u201cCelebrity Family Feud\u201d (Disney\/Wilford Harewood), \u201cPrep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol\u201d (Disney),
\u201cThe Great Christmas Light Fight\u201d (Disney\/Bryan Houston)<\/p>\n
ABC is sleighing this holiday season with festive programming during the most wonderful time of the year.<\/p>\n
Highlights include joyful episodes of \u201cAbbott Elementary,\u201d \u201cAmerica\u2019s Funniest Home Videos,\u201d \u201cCelebrity Family Feud,\u201d \u201cCelebrity Wheel of Fortune,\u201d \u201cShark Tank,\u201d \u201cShifting Gears\u201d and \u201cWhat Would You Do?: Holiday Edition,\u201d alongside a new season of \u201cThe Great Christmas Light Fight.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDancing with the Holidays\u201d will dazzle viewers in a brand-new program joining ABC\u2019s annual holiday specials, which include \u201cCMA Country Christmas\u201d from Nashville, \u201cThe Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular,\u201d \u201cThe Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade,\u201d \u201ciHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025,\u201d ratings juggernaut \u201cNew Year\u2019s Rockin\u2019 Eve with Ryan Seacrest\u201d and the \u201c2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.\u201d Also joining the festivities is \u201cKevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas,\u201d which shares the journey of the birth of Jesus.<\/p>\n
Holiday favorites including The Wonderful World of Disney presents \u201cThe Sound of Music,\u201d \u201cHome Alone\u201d and \u201cThe Santa Clause\u201d will air alongside the broadcast debut of \u201cPrep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol,\u201d a brand-new Christmas special.<\/p>\n
The holidays are a time for family co-viewing and ABC leads the way. \u201cNew Year\u2019s Rockin\u2019 Eve with Ryan Seacrest\u201d was the most co-viewed entertainment special on broadcast television last year. In addition, since its debut as part of ABC\u2019s holiday programming in 2022, \u201cHome Alone\u201d has annually been the highest-rated movie on any network among Adults 18-49 across the entire year and stood as last year\u2019s most co-viewed movie of the holiday season on broadcast television.<\/p>\n
ABC will also nationally broadcast a day full of star-studded NBA action on Christmas Day. Additionally, a special edition of \u201cInside the NBA\u201d will air from 7:30-8:00 p.m. All five games will also be available to watch on ESPN.<\/p>\n
Airdates and episode descriptions are as follows (all times listed are Eastern\/Pacific).<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, NOV. 27
8:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 The Wonderful World of Disney Presents \u201cMary Poppins\u201d
Mary Poppins flies out of the windy London skies and into the home of two mischievous children. The spirited nanny turns every chore into a game and every day into a \u201cJolly Holiday\u201d to reconnect the children with their parents.<\/p>\n
SUNDAY, NOV. 30
8:01-8:30 p.m. \u2014 Disney\u2019s \u201cPrep & Landing\u201d
A high-tech team of elves from an elite unit known as Prep and Landing ensures homes worldwide are prepared for Santa\u2019s visit. An elf named Wayne and his idealistic partner, Lanny, encounter unexpected challenges that push them to their limits.<\/p>\n
8:30-9:00 p.m. \u2014 Disney\u2019s \u201cPrep & Landing: Naughty vs. Nice\u201d
The yuletide adventures of Christmas elves Lanny and Wayne continue. With the Big 2-5 fast approaching, Wayne and Lanny must race to recover classified North Pole technology that has fallen into the hands of a computer-hacking Naughty Kid!<\/p>\n
9:00-9:31 p.m. \u2014 Disney\u2019s \u201cPrep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol\u201d
Christmas elves Lanny and Wayne panic when their holiday missions go awry, leaving Wayne thinking he\u2019s in BIG trouble with Santa and accidentally revealing other merry mishaps.<\/p>\n
9:31-10:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201cOlaf\u2019s Frozen Adventure\u201d
It\u2019s the first holiday season since the gates reopened, and Olaf teams up with Sven on a merry mission to bring home the best traditions and save Anna and Elsa\u2019s \u201cfirst Christmas in forever.\u201d<\/p>\n
10:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201cSanta Claus Is Comin\u2019 to Town\u201d
In the perennial favorite created in 1970 by Rankin-Bass Productions, Fred Astaire narrates this timeless tale of Kris Kringle (Mickey Rooney), a young boy with an immense desire to do good things for others.<\/p>\n
MONDAY, DEC. 1
8:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
The 10th annual seasonal celebration will feature new musical performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California; and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai\u02bbi.<\/p>\n
TUESDAY, DEC. 2
8:00-9:01 p.m. \u2014 \u201cDancing with the Holidays\u201d
The ballroom comes alive with holiday magic as \u201cDancing with the Stars\u201d celebrates the season with festive-themed routines, dazzling musical performances and special holiday greetings.<\/p>\n
9:01-10:02 p.m. \u2014 \u201cCMA Country Christmas\u201d
Filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience, the 16th annual \u201cCMA Country Christmas\u201d will feature one-of-a-kind musical performances of festive classics from country music\u2019s biggest stars. Hosted by Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis, the holiday special will include performances by Daigle, Davis, Riley Green, Lady A, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks and BeBe Winans.<\/p>\n
10:02-11:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201cWhat Would You Do?: Holiday Edition\u201d
Santa isn\u2019t the only one watching this season! \u201cWhat Would You Do?\u201d returns with a special holiday episode. John Quinones and Sara Haines see who\u2019s naughty, who\u2019s nice \u2014 and who\u2019s caught in between. The hidden cameras are rolling, and the scenarios include a woman shamed for being single during the holidays, a child facing recital stage fright, an unhoused veteran falling victim to thieves, and a little person being asked intrusive questions. Celebrate the holiday spirit with this special episode of \u201cWhat Would You Do?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, DEC. 4
8:00-9:00 p.m. \u2014 Celebrity Family Feud: \u201cThe Housemaid vs The Housewives All-Stars Holiday Special\u201d
Hosted by Steve Harvey, Paul Feig, Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar and Sarah Cooper from \u201cThe Housemaid\u201d movie face off against Cynthia Bailey, Dorinda Medley, Eva Marcille, Melissa Gorga and Alexia Nepola from \u201cThe Real Housewives.\u201d<\/p>\n
9:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cThe Holiday Express\u201d (Season Premiere)
On the Season 13 premiere, it\u2019s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the Palusso, Greason and Jimenez families compete for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy as Carter Oosterhouse judges these over-the-top displays.<\/p>\n
10:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cSanta\u2019s Making His List\u201d
In an all-new episode of \u201cThe Great Christmas Light Fight,\u201d judge Taniya Nayak continues the holiday festivities as the Irvin, Lunar and Kopatz families battle for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy.<\/p>\n
SUNDAY, DEC. 7
7:00-8:01 p.m. \u2014 America\u2019s Funniest Home Videos: \u201cHoliday Hoots, Santa Shenanigans, and Festive Funnies\u201d
This week, it\u2019s a dose of holiday hilarity as kids react to unwanted gifts, pets create Christmas tree chaos, and families fumble through festive fun. Plus, nine of the season\u2019s top winners face off for the $100,000 prize.<\/p>\n
9:00-11:00 p.m.\u00a0 \u2014 The Wonderful World of Disney Presents \u201cThe Santa Clause\u201d
On Christmas Eve, Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) and his son discover Santa Claus has fallen off their roof. When Scott takes the reins of the magical sleigh, he finds he is now the new Santa and must convince a world of disbelievers, including himself.\u00a0<\/p>\n
TUESDAY, DEC. 9
8:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201cKevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas\u201d
Kevin Costner hosts the special exploring the extraordinary journey of Mary and Joseph as they navigate the hardships, trials and triumphs surrounding Jesus Christ\u2019s birth, offering an inspiring way to experience the true meaning of Christmas.\u00a0<\/p>\n
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10
8:00-8:30 p.m. \u2014 Shifting Gears: \u201cNutcracker\u201d (Midseason Finale)
This holiday season, the Parkers discover that romance isn\u2019t always a smooth ride as Matt and Eve are on thin ice. Gabe enlists Riley to help Amelie impress his mom, and Carter seeks help with his \u201cpromposal.\u201d Pamela Adlon guest stars.<\/p>\n
8:30-9:02 p.m. \u2014 Abbott Elementary: \u201cBirthday\u201d (Midseason Finale)
Jacob takes the lead on organizing Abbott\u2019s annual winter show, and Janine celebrates her 30th birthday.<\/p>\n
9:02-10:02 p.m. \u2014 Shark Tank: \u201c1708\u201d
\u2019Tis the season for holiday cheer, but will the Sharks be in the giving spirit? Entrepreneurs present seasonal offerings in hopes of fa-la-la-landing an investment deal with the Sharks.<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, DEC. 11
8:00-9:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201cCelebrity Wheel of Fortune\u201d
\u00a0\u201cCelebrity Wheel of Fortune,\u201d hosted by Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White, will celebrate the holiday season in style with BIG celebrity names and lots of holiday cheer! Plus, a $50,000 giveaway for a viewer at home.\u00a0<\/p>\n
9:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cChristmas Vacation\u201d
Judged by Taniya Nayak, the tree-mendous Christmas decor competition heats up as the Hak, Paul and Riera families put their creative skills to the test to win the $50,000 grand prize and \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy.\u00a0<\/p>\n
10:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cHoliday Igloomination\u201d
It\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year. The Martin, Horn and Vistalli families go head-to-head for the most spectacular holiday displays in hopes of earning the $50,000 grand prize and \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy as Carter Oosterhouse judges.<\/p>\n
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 17
8:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201ciHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025\u201d
The season\u2019s iconic holiday music event with the year\u2019s top artist performances and star-studded appearances returning to ring in holiday cheer.<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, DEC. 18
9:00-10:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cYou Decked My Battleship\u201d
In this festive heavyweight special episode, Carter Oosterhouse judges displays created by Nauticus\u2019 Winterfest, Imaginarium and River of Lights, all vying for the $50,000 grand prize and \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy.<\/p>\n
10:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 The Great Christmas Light Fight: \u201cIt\u2019s Gonna Be Elftastic\u201d (Season Finale)
In the final showdown of the season, the Loder, Perez and Plourde families share their versions of winter wonderlands with judge Taniya Nayak in hopes of winning the $50,000 grand prize and \u201cLight Fight\u201d trophy.<\/p>\n
SUNDAY, DEC. 21
7:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 The Wonderful World of Disney Presents \u201cThe Sound of Music\u201d
Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer star in the Oscar\u00ae-winning film, celebrating its 60th anniversary and featuring songs by Rodgers & Hammerstein: \u201cEdelweiss,\u201d \u201cMy Favorite Things,\u201d \u201cDo-Re-Mi,\u201d \u201cSixteen Going on Seventeen\u201d and \u201cThe Sound of Music.\u201d<\/p>\n
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 24
8:00-10:30 p.m. \u2014 The Wonderful World of Disney Presents \u201cHome Alone\u201d
Accidentally left behind when his family rushes off on a Christmas vacation, 8-year-old Kevin McCallister gets busy decorating the house. But he\u2019s not decking the halls with tinsel and holly \u2014 he has to defend his home from two bumbling burglars.<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, DEC. 25
10:00 a.m. EST \/ 9:00 a.m. CST \/ 5:00 a.m. MST \/ 5:00 a.m. PST \u2014 40th Anniversary Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
Disney\u2019s Emmy\u00ae Award-winning annual celebration returns Christmas morning with magical star-studded performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai\u02bbi.<\/p>\n
12:00 p.m. EST \u2014 NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Cleveland Cavaliers at New York Knicks
The action tips off from Madison Square Garden where the Cleveland Cavaliers and Donovan Mitchell return to New York to face the Knicks and Jalen Brunson.<\/p>\n
2:30 p.m. EST \u2014 NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: San Antonio Spurs at Oklahoma City Thunder
The San Antonio Spurs and Victor Wembanyama visit the Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.<\/p>\n
5:00 p.m. EST \u2014 NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Dallas Mavericks at Golden State Warriors
The Dallas Mavericks and Cooper Flagg visit the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry.<\/p>\n
7:30 p.m. EST \u2014 \u201cInside the NBA\u201d<\/p>\n
8:00 p.m. EST \u2014 NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers.
The game\u2019s biggest names take center court in Los Angeles when the Lakers, led by LeBron James and Luka Don\u010di\u0107, host the Houston Rockets and newly acquired star Kevin Durant.<\/p>\n
10:30 p.m. EST \u2014 NBA Christmas Special Presented by State Farm: Minnesota Timberwolves at Denver
Nuggets.
Minnesota Timberwolves and Anthony Edwards, fresh off their Western Conference Finals appearance, visit the Denver Nuggets and Nikola Joki\u0107.<\/p>\n
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31
\u201cDick Clark\u2019s New Year\u2019s Rockin\u2019 Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2025\u201d
ABC\u2019s \u201cDick Clark\u2019s New Year\u2019s Rockin\u2019 Eve with Ryan Seacrest\u201d is the preeminent destination for viewers to ring in the new year. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest live from Times Square, the show celebrates the year\u2019s very best in music, featuring a night of superstar performances. Wrapping up the holiday season, the nation\u2019s most-watched New Year\u2019s Eve celebration gives viewers a glimpse of the festivities from around the globe. More information about co-hosts, performance lineup and additional locations will be announced soon.<\/p>\n
THURSDAY, JAN. 1
8:00-11:00 p.m. \u2014 \u201c2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony\u201d
Recorded live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, this year\u2019s ceremony features rare once-in-a-lifetime performances and moments celebrating the legacy and influence of this year\u2019s Inductees: Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden and The White Stripes in the Performer category, along with Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon for Musical Influence, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins and Carol Kaye for Musical Excellence, and Lenny Waronker for the Ahmet Ertegun Award.<\/p>\n
Source: Nielsen National Panel Live+7, 2024\/2025 Season, P2+ with P2+ Share of Co-Viewing, Entertainment Programs Only.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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