CBS is set to welcome 2026 with “New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash,” featuring co-hosts HARDY and comedian Bert Kreischer. This festive celebration will showcase the vibrant culture of Music City and is expected to attract a national audience alongside local attendees.
Event Details
The event will take place on December 31, with CBS airing the special in two segments. The first segment will be broadcast from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by the second from 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. ET/PT. Viewers can also stream the event live on Paramount+, with essential plan subscribers able to access it the following day.
Hosts
Bert Kreischer expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to co-host alongside HARDY, remarking on the remarkable lineup and the fun atmosphere of the event. Kreischer humorously added his hope to keep his shirt on during the festivities.
In his own comments, HARDY shared his excitement about returning to Nashville’s Big Bash, highlighting the joy of celebrating New Year’s in the heart of Music City.
Headliners and Performers
This year’s event will feature an impressive array of artists, including:
- Jason Aldean
- Lainey Wilson
- Bailey Zimmerman
These headliners will perform at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park for the midnight celebration. In addition to the main acts, the event will showcase performances from:
- Dierks Bentley
- Brooks & Dunn
- Rascal Flatts
- Riley Green
- Marcus King
- Megan Moroney
- Zach Top
- Keith Urban
- Gretchen Wilson
- Stephen Wilson Jr.
- Dwight Yoakam
Special appearances will include CeCe Winans and the Fisk Jubilee Singers, making this event a cultural highlight for the audience.
Production Team
The production team is led by executive producers Robert Deaton and Mary Hilliard Harrington, alongside Music City Inc. and the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. Sandra Restrepo will direct the event.
With its engaging lineup and spectacular celebration, “New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash” promises to be a memorable evening for viewers and attendees alike. Stay tuned for an unforgettable night welcoming 2026!
