This New Year's Eve TV line-up offers something for everyone, from glittering musical performances to heartfelt tributes and laugh-out-loud comedy.
As 2024 draws to a close, there's no better way to bid farewell to the year than by settling in for a night of top-notch entertainment.
Here are eight must-watch programmes (you'll have to switch between them!) to help you ring in 2025 in style.
The Late Late NYE Show
RTÉ One & RTÉ Player, 10.20pm
Patrick Kielty is back to usher in the New Year with a star-studded Late Late Show extravaganza.
Featuring performances from the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, The Undertones and Picture This, the show celebrates the past year while looking forward to the future.
Highlights include interviews with Olympians Mona McSharry and Sharlene Mawdsley, musical moments with James Blunt and appearances by rising stars Clinton Liberty and Alisha Weir.
Mrs Brown’s Boys – New Year’s Special
RTÉ One & RTÉ Player, 9.15pm
Agnes Brown is turning her spare room into a B&B, but chaos ensues when a dangerous escaped criminal is on the loose in Finglas.
Featuring special guest Steve Spiers, this action-packed episode combines slapstick comedy with heartwarming moments in typical Mrs Brown’s Boys style.
Cloch Le Carn – Micheál
RTÉ One & RTÉ Player, 6.30pm
This moving tribute delves into the extraordinary life of Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh, the beloved voice of the GAA and a constant presence in Irish life for decades.
Through interviews with his family, friends and notable figures like Eddie Keher and Mary McAleese, the programme paints a touching portrait of a man who lived life to the fullest.
From his roots in Dún Síon to his global influence, Micheál’s story is one of dedication, community and unshakable spirit.
Fáilte 2025
TG4, 11.30pm
Dáithí Ó Sé and Doireann Ní Ghlacáin bring the best of Irish traditional music and song to welcome the New Year.
Broadcasting live from locations like Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich in Belfast, the Cobblestone in Dublin and Tigh Chualáin in Galway, this celebration is a special tribute to Irish culture.
Perfect for those who want to start 2025 with soul-stirring melodies and authentic Irish warmth.
The Graham Norton Show – New Year’s Eve Special
BBC One, 10.25pm
Graham Norton rings in the New Year with his signature wit and charm.
Joined by Robbie Williams, Rami Malek, Motsi Mabuse and John Bishop, the last instalment of the Cork native's chat show for 2024 is bound to be packed with funny stories, reflective moments and a story or two on the big red chair.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s New Year’s Eve Disco
BBC One, 11.30pm
Dance your way into 2025 with Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s glittering New Year’s Eve Disco.
Joined by Jessie Ware, Jake Shears and a host of performers, Bextor promises a night of non-stop hits and dazzling surprises.
This glamorous party is guaranteed to get you dancing around the living room.
Jools Holland’s Annual Hootenanny
BBC Two, 11.30pm
Jools Holland’s Hootenanny returns with a very Irish feeling line-up including The Boomtown Rats, CMAT and Roger Taylor of Queen.
Featuring live performances, celebrity resolutions and Jools’ infectious energy, the show is always a lively celebration of music and joy.
The Last Leg of the Year
Channel 4, 9.00pm
Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe, and Alex Brooker wrap up 2024 with their trademark irreverent humour.
Joined by special guests like Sandi Toksvig and Guz Khan, the trio takes a hilarious look back at the highs and lows of the past year.
With musical performances, witty debates and a cameo from Craig David!
