Here's where you can stream Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen's New Year's Eve special on CNN for free without cable

From NKOTB at the Times Square ball drop to seeing Foreigner and REO Speedwagon live, here's your complete guide to 2026's New Year's Eve specials and performers.

2026 is just around the corner! If you’re looking to watch the ball drop live on TV this New Year’s Eve, there are various channels and streaming platforms offering live (and some free) access to New Year’s Eve content. Grab the champagne, put on your party hats, and let the celebration begin!

The Miami Hurricanes face the Ohio State Buckeyes in the CFP Quarterfinals at the Cotton Bowl on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025.

The Pistons fell 112-99 to the LA Clippers on Sunday in the team’s second straight loss. Cade Cunningham led the way for Detroit with 27 points, 9 assists, and 5 rebounds. Jalen Duren finished with 18 points and a game-high 14 rebounds.

Many locations around the world will ring in 2026 before America joins the party. Watch the celebrations live.

The Nebraska Huskers face the No. 15 Utah Utes in the Las Vegas Bowl on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 at Allegiant Stadium.

Head to Peacock tonight for an exciting Coast 2 Coast Tuesday NBA doubleheader. The action starts at 8:00 PM ET when the Philadelphia 76ers take on the Memphis Grizzlies, followed by a Detroit Pistons vs LA Lakers showdown at 10:30 PM.

Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen will return as co-hosts of CNN’s New Year’s Eve special, hosting the show live from Times Square.

The SportsLine Projection Model has revealed its Tampa Bay vs. Carolina picks for the NFL Week 18 matchup on Saturday