For many music fans, the holiday season does not officially begin until the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball lights up arenas across the country. The annual concert tour returned in 2025 with a packed lineup of chart-topping artists and a nationally televised special that brings the festive experience to viewers at home.
The tour, presented by Capital One, made stops in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, and Miami, continuing its tradition of showcasing a wide range of pop, hip-hop, R&B, and crossover acts. For fans who could not attend the live shows, the holiday special offers a front-row seat to some of the tour’s biggest moments.
How to Watch on TV and Streaming
ABC will air the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2025 holiday special on Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 8 to 10 p.m. Eastern. The two-hour broadcast features a curated selection of performances recorded during the tour, along with backstage footage and artist appearances.
Viewers without traditional cable service can watch the broadcast live through streaming platforms that carry local ABC affiliates, including live TV streaming services, depending on regional availability. Local listings may vary.
Those who miss the live airing can stream the special the following day on Hulu, where it will be available on demand for subscribers throughout the holiday season. The streaming option allows viewers to revisit standout performances or catch the show on their own schedule.
Fans can also listen to select performances through the iHeartRadio app and participating radio stations, offering an audio-only way to experience the event.
Who is Performing
The broadcast lineup reflects the tour’s genre-spanning approach. Performers featured in the ABC holiday special include Ed Sheeran, Conan Gray, The Kid LAROI, Nelly, Reneé Rapp, Jessie Murph, Laufey, MONSTA X, Ravyn Lenae, Sean Paul, and Zara Larsson, among others, according to published broadcast listings.
Across the full tour, audiences saw a rotating mix of established stars and emerging artists, with different cities hosting different combinations of performers. The format allows fans in each market to experience a unique show while still contributing to the nationally televised event.
The tour has long served as a year-end snapshot of the music landscape, spotlighting artists who dominated radio playlists and streaming charts throughout the year. In 2025, the lineup continued that tradition by blending global pop acts with hip-hop veterans and rising voices gaining momentum.
As December winds down, the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball once again delivers a soundtrack for the season. Whether viewers watch the primetime special on ABC, stream it on Hulu, or listen through the iHeartRadio app, the event offers a festive reminder that the year’s biggest hits sound even better with a little holiday sparkle.
