New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash – Performers, Tickets & TV Info
Nashville hosts a star-studded country celebration to welcome the new year.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Date Published: December 10, 2025
Last Updated: April 28, 2026
Ring in the new year with your favorite country superstars during New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash, an annual, star-studded celebration broadcast nationwide. The live event has become a New Year’s Eve tradition, spotlighting country music’s biggest names while welcoming the new year from the heart of Music City.
New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash airs live Thursday, December 31, 2026, on CBS and streams on Paramount+. Coverage runs from 8:00–10:00 p.m. ET, resumes after local news at 10:30 p.m., and continues through 1:30 a.m. as Nashville counts down to the new year.
From chart-topping headliners to surprise guest appearances, the five-hour broadcast delivers unforgettable performances throughout the night. Check back to find out who is performing on New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash this year.
New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash is executive produced by Robert Deaton and Mary Hilliard Harrington in partnership with Music City Inc., the foundation of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. The special is directed by Sandra Restrepo.
“Mary and I are thrilled to continue our partnership with CBS and the City of Nashville to bring New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash to audiences across the country,” said Executive Producer Robert Deaton. “There’s nothing quite like ringing in the new year from Nashville, surrounded by the energy, heart and incredible talent of country music. We’re proud to keep growing this celebration into one of the biggest nights of the year for fans everywhere.”
Editors Note: The following contains information for 2025 - check back soon for 2026 details.
Who Is Performing on New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash?
Each year, New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash features a mix of modern hitmakers, country legends, and special guest appearances from across music and entertainment.
This list shows the 2025 lineup; the 2026 lineup will be announced later in the year.
Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson and Bailey Zimmerman headlined the 2025 festivities, with special guest CeCe Winans and the Fisk Jubilee Singers, from Nashville’s Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.
Other artists performing:
Dierks Bentley
Brooks & Dunn
Rascal Flatts
Riley Green
Marcus King
Megan Moroney
Zach Top
Keith Urban
Gretchen Wilson
Stephen Wilson Jr.
Dwight Yoakam
Dusty Slay, Entertainment Tonight’s Cassie DiLaura, Sirius XM host Buzz Brainard, and UFC champion Kayla Harrison all made special appearances.
Tickets for New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash
Ticket availability, venue details, and official watch parties for New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash vary by year and are announced closer to December.
Fans can attend the official New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash in-person watch party. Dwight Yoakam will hit the stage at Luke Combs’ Category 10 in Nashville with special guest Marcus King. Sirius XM hosts Cody Alan and Caylee Hammack will also appear.
The official watch party is free and open to fans 21 and older on a first-come, first served basis. Doors open at 6:00 pm. VIP upgrades and guranteed entry tickets can be purchased through AXS.
New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash FAQ
Q: When is New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash held?
A: The event airs annually on December 31, ringing in the new year live from downtown Nashville.
Q: What network broadcasts Nashville’s Big Bash?
A: The special airs on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
Q: Where is Nashville’s Big Bash filmed?
A: The event takes place at Nashville’s Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, with additional satellite events across the city.
Q: Is New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash free to attend?
A: Some official watch parties are free, while VIP and guaranteed-entry options are typically available.
Q: When are performers announced for Nashville’s Big Bash?
A: Artist lineups are usually revealed in December ahead of the broadcast.
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