BBC New Year’s Eve 2025 – Ronan Keating and Friends, Jools’ Hootenanny, Hogmanay, Graham Norton and more ring in 2026 across TV, iPlayer, Radio and Sounds
Published: 31 December 2025
Ring in 2026 with the BBC on New Year’s Eve across TV, iPlayer, Radio and BBC Sounds.
From Graham Norton’s annual special to Ronan Keating, Hogmanay to Jools’ Hootenanny, there’s so much in store so we’ve pulled together just some of the special treats we’ve lined up for you and yours to enjoy…
New Year’s Eve on BBC TV and iPlayer
The Graham Norton Show New Year’s Eve Special
Owen Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Tim Key, Laura Dern, Graham Norton, Will Arnett, Tom Hiddleston and Alson Limerick (Image: PA Media)
BBC One and BBC iPlayer, 31 December – 10.30pm
The Bafta Award-winning chat show returns for its traditional New Year’s Eve edition on BBC One and iPlayer. Sparkling chat, jokes and music as Graham and a sofa of star guests mark the end of 2025. Plus, the final stories of the year from audience members in the world-famous Big Red Chair.
Ringing in the New Year on Graham’s sofa: Tom Hiddleston, returning as spy Jonathan Pine in the long-awaited second series of The Night Manager; Oscar winner Laura Dern and comic actor Will Arnett, together in Is This Thing On? (inspired by the life of British comedian John Bishop); Owen Cooper, the young star of the TV phenomenon of 2025, Adolescence; triple Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan and comedian Tim Key, stars of this year’s feelgood British hit The Ballad of Wallis Island; and music guest Alison Limerick, performing her classic dance hit Where Love Lives (which celebrated its 35th anniversary this year).
Ronan Keating and Friends – A New Year’s Eve Party
BBC One and BBC iPlayer, 31 December – 11.30pm
Ronan Keating welcomes viewers to a night of music and celebration as he is joined by a stellar line-up of special musical guests for Ronan & Friends: A New Year’s Eve Party.
Across the evening, Ronan will be joined on stage by two of his former Boyzone bandmates, Louise, Shona and Calum Scott for one-off, specially curated performances, celebrating some of the biggest and best-loved songs of the last three decades.
In a highly anticipated moment, Ronan reunites with his former Boyzone bandmates Keith Duffy and Shane Lynch for a special performance. One of the most successful pop groups of the 1990s, Boyzone scored six UK number-one singles and sold more than 25 million records worldwide. Their appearance promises a powerful burst of nostalgia and a chance to see one of pop’s most iconic line-ups together again.
Also joining Ronan on stage is pop icon Louise, fresh off the back of her recent Top 10 album Confessions. A defining voice of 90s pop through her time in Eternal and her successful solo career selling 15 million records to date. Louise’s appearance is set to deliver pure feel-good energy to keep audiences on their feet.
Fresh from the Australian jungle, ex-EastEnders, pop and musical theatre star Shona will take to the stage. With acclaimed performances in the West End and a reputation for powerhouse vocals, Shona brings a touch of theatrical flair to a unique New Year’s Eve collaboration.
Completing the line-up is multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter Calum Scott. Known for his soaring vocals and emotionally charged hits including You Are The Reason and Biblical, Calum brings a modern, soulful sound to the New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Jools’ Annual Hootenanny
BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, 31 December – 11.30pm
As another year draws to an end, Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra host an array of musical legends and brand new stars to take us into 2026.
Joining Jools and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are Ronnie Wood, Olivia Dean, Lulu, Jessie J, Craig David, Heather Small, The Kooks, Imelda May, Joe Webb, David Hermlin and Ruby Turner.
Hogmanay
BBC One Scotland and BBC iPlayer, 31 December – 11.30pm
Amy Irons leads the nation into the New Year with Hogmanay 2025, showcasing music from Nathan Evans, Michelle McManus, Robert Robertson, and Georgia Cécile performing classic Scottish modern tunes, again backed by Roddy Hart & The Lonesome Fire, along with another high energy trad performance from Mànran.
As is tradition, we go live to Edinburgh for the celebrations. Des Clarke will be there in the capital for the Lone Piper on the ramparts of the castle, the theatrical firing of the iconic Mons Meg at Midnight and the city’s amazing firework display soundtracked by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
BBC One and BBC iPlayer, 31 December – 00.01am
Live coverage of London’s spectacular fireworks display on the River Thames as Big Ben strikes midnight and crowds gather to welcome in the new year.
New Year’s Eve on Radio and BBC Sounds
Get your Dance Party Starters on BBC Radio 1 throughout the evening with James Cusack from 6pm and then party into 2026 with Connor Coates from 10pm.
It’s an all-day party on BBC Radio 2 including two hours of NYE party anthems, old and new, handpicked by Kitchen Disco Queen Sophie Ellis-Bextor from 12pm, Sounds of the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s and Michelle Visage’s Fabulous New Year’s Eve Party from 10pm.
Soweto guides us into 2026 ‘Round Midnight on BBC Radio 3 from 11.30pm with more of the best in jazz. Along the way he’ll have messages from some friends of the show – Norma Winstone, NIJI, Gary Crosby, and Brandee Younger, each sharing a favourite track that for them is perfect for an end of year party or for taking a reflective moment as the new year arrives.
Get your Must Watch TV preview for 2026 on BBC Radio 5 Live from 10pm before Nick Bright sits in with late night conversation, the stories that matter to you, and in-depth interviews.
And on Radio 6 Music, Beth Ditto brings you two hours of the biggest and best indie hits for the dance floor from 7pm, DJ Solutions, DJ Diagnostics and DJ IT Support take to the airwaves with some dancefloor bangers from 9pm. Saturday night staple SHERELLE kicks off the New Year’s Eve Loud & Proud takeover with an hour of her signature high energy jungle and hardcore sound. She’ll be in the mix until the clock strikes midnight, before handing over to her three guests – Call Super, UNIIQU3 and AZADI.mp3 – to continue the party onwards!
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