Are you ready for Christmas Carols or Rockin' Around the Christmas tree? Enjoy these special Christmas Programs airing throughout this first week of December...
MONDAY, DEC. 1 on ABC
The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular
Time: 8:00-10:00 p.m.
The 10th annual seasonal celebration will feature new musical performances from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida; Disneyland Resort in California; and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi.
Tuesday, DEC. 2 on ABC:
CMA Country Christmas
Time: 9-10 p.m.
Filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience, the 16th annual “CMA Country Christmas” will feature one-of-a-kind musical performances of festive classics from country music’s biggest stars. Hosted by Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis, the holiday special will include performances by Daigle, Davis, Riley Green, Lady A, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks and BeBe Winans.
Wednesday, Dec. 3 on NBC:
CHRISTMAS IN ROCKEFELLER CENTER Time: 8-10 p.m.
Hosted by Reba McEntire, the dazzling display of musical talents, star-studded surprises and the lighting of the world's most famous Christmas tree remains one of the holiday season's most anticipated events.
Wednesday, Dec. 3 on NBC:
CHRISTMAS IN NASHVILLE
10-11 p.m.
Hosted by Trisha Yearwood
Celebrate the season Nashville-style! Ring in the holidays with dazzling performances and a night of music, magic and merrymaking straight from Music City.
THURSDAY, DEC. 4 on ABC:
The Great Christmas Light Fight: “The Holiday Express” (Season Premiere)
9:00-10:00 p.m.
On the Season 13 premiere, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the Palusso, Greason and Jimenez families compete for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted “Light Fight” trophy as Carter Oosterhouse judges these over-the-top displays.
The Great Christmas Light Fight: “Santa’s Making His List”
10:00-11:00 p.m.
In an all-new episode of “The Great Christmas Light Fight,” judge Taniya Nayak continues the holiday festivities as the Irvin, Lunar and Kopatz families battle for the $50,000 grand prize and coveted “Light Fight” trophy.
FRIDAY, DEC. 5 on Great American Family:
2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting
8 p.m. ET
The 103rd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on the Ellipse at The White House and President’s Park on December 4, 2025. Great American Family will air the special on Friday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m. ET and stream on Great American Pure Flix until Jan. 31, 2026. The ceremony will include performances by Alana Springsteen, Brett Young, Gabby Barrett, Jillian Cardarelli, Jon Pardi, Matthew West, The Beach Boys, and Warren Zeiders, with Gabby Barrett and Matthew West serving as co-hosts. The evening’s performances will be led by Music Director Tariqh Akoni, backed by The United States Navy Band Commodores.
SATURDAY, DEC. 6 on the Hallmark Channel:
THE HALLMARK CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE: A HOMETOWN HOLIDAY
Filmed during the first weekend of the event, the Hallmark Christmas Experience is a holiday event in Kansas City, Missouri, featuring a Christmas market, tree lightings, and various activities.
Be sure to mark your calendar or set your DVR for these festive Christmas special events airing this week! (Some of these specials will also be available later on via streaming through Peacock, Pure Flix, etc...)







