Stream 2026 New Year’s Eve Live: Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen Free
Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen are set to host their annual special, “New Year’s Eve Live,” as they welcome 2026. This popular event will air on December 31 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CNN. Viewers can enjoy the festivities through various live TV streaming services.
How to Stream New Year’s Eve Live 2026
The show can be streamed live on platforms that offer CNN, including:
- DirecTV: Offers a five-day free trial
- Sling TV: Includes CNN in its plans
- Hulu + Live TV: Accessible through this service
Each of these options enables viewers to catch the Times Square Ball Drop and other performances without additional costs. Some streamers are providing promotions or free trials that enhance viewing possibilities.
Sling TV Plans
Sling’s subscriptions offer various options, including:
- Sling’s Blue Plan: Priced at $50.99 per month
- Sling’s Orange & Blue Plan: Currently available for $33 for the first month, then $65.99 monthly
- Subscription bundles may also include Disney+ and ESPN+, starting at $89.99 per month
Performers and Special Guests
This year’s lineup promises a star-studded evening. Some notable performers and guests include:
- Stephen Colbert
- Shakira
- Robyn
- Brandy and Monica from The Boy Is Mine Tour
- Bryan Adams
- Florence + The Machine
- RAYE
- Aloe Blacc
- Patti LaBelle
- Michelle Williams
- Brandi Carlile
- Jerry O’Connell
- B.J. Novak
- Leanne Morgan
- Sarah Sherman
- Oz Perlman (mentalist)
- Amy Sedaris
Viewers can expect a night filled with performances, laughter, and celebration as Cohen and Cooper usher in 2026.
