ABC's New Year's Eve show is back and better than ever, featuring hosts Ryan Seacrest, Rita Ora, Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough, Roselyn Sánchez, and many musical acts, as well as the iconic Times Square ball drop and fireworks.

If you're looking for somewhere to watch the ball drop on New Year's Eve in Times Square, between ABC, CNN, and CBS, there are plenty of options. Here's what you need to know to watch 2025 become 2026 with a free live stream online.

At the heart of the show is the emotional culmination of John Cena’s legendary career when he’ll step into the ring for what’s being promoted as his final WWE match against the dominant Gunther, who earned this spot by winning The Last Time Is Now tournament and has been praised by both fans and fellow wrestlers alike.