ABC and iHeartMedia have teamed up for the “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2023” holiday special that will feature performances from its annual nationwide tour on Thursday, December 21, 2023, and here’s what you need to know.
The Details
Every year, iHeartMedia, which owns many media stations around the country, sponsors the “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball” tour, which features some of radio’s biggest acts, along with some up-and-comers.
This ABC special will feature performances from this annual nationwide tour, specifically the Madison Square Garden concert in New York City, and the Forum concert in Los Angeles.
Scheduled to appear are Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, Niall Horan, OneRepublic, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Doechii, Paul Russell, Melanie Martinez, David Kushner, AJR, Pentatonix, Big Time Rush, and a very special performance from the legendary Cher, including her smash hit “Believe” which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
In addition to the live performances, the two-hour primetime special will also showcase backstage segments with featured performers and special presenters including Jared Leto, Jimmy Fallon, Andy Cohen, Martha Stewart, Dixie D’Amelio, Maddie Ziegler, and Ariana Greenblatt, with cameos from Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber and Tate McRae.
How to Watch
The exclusive television broadcast airs Thursday, December 21 (8-10pm EST), on ABC, and it will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.