How to Watch Dancing with the Holidays 2026 on ABC and DIRECTV
By American TV editorial team |
Dancing with the Holidays airs Tuesday, December 1, 2026, from 8 to 9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. The Dancing with the Stars holiday special features 12 all-new festive routines, holiday decor and moments with the cast. On DIRECTV, it's on your local ABC station.
ABC's holiday announcement describes 12 new routines but does not name the full lineup of participating dancers.
Air date and encore
| How to watch | When |
|---|---|
| ABC (local station on DIRECTV) | Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2026, 8 to 9 p.m. ET/PT |
| Followed by | CMA Country Christmas, 9 to 10:01 p.m. ET/PT |
ABC's holiday announcement does not specify a streaming release for this special. Check the service's current listing before subscribing for it. Central and Mountain ABC stations can air prime-time shows on a different clock, so check your local listing.
How to watch on DIRECTV
ABC is a local channel on DIRECTV in most markets. Search the guide for "Dancing with the Holidays" and set a recording, then stay on ABC for CMA Country Christmas right after. To find your station, see what channel ABC is in your area. Catching up on the season first? Our Dancing with the Stars Season 35 guide covers the regular episodes. For help adding local channels to your DIRECTV package, call American TV at 1-855-690-9884.
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Air date, time and description are from ABC's 2026 holiday schedule (Oct. 27, 2026); check your local ABC guide for changes. Details may change. Dancing with the Stars, ABC, Disney+, Hulu, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent DIRECTV dealer and resource site.