LiveNOW from FOX has announced plans to ring in 2026 with an unprecedented global broadcast spanning nearly 24 hours of New Year’s Eve celebrations across multiple continents and time zones.
Around the World in 24 Hours
The ambitious broadcast will kick off at 5 a.m. ET on December 31, 2025, and continue through 4 a.m. ET on January 1, 2026, taking viewers on a virtual world tour as the planet gradually transitions into the new year. “LiveNOW from FOX streams nearly 24 hours of global celebrations, starting at 5 a.m. ET on New Year’s Eve,” the network confirmed in its programming announcement.
Starting with New Zealand — one of the first major countries to greet the new year — the coverage will follow the midnight hour as it sweeps across time zones, capturing iconic celebrations in Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The broadcast will feature “fireworks shows and celebrations across the globe, starting in New Zealand and continuing through Australia, China, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, India, Greece, South Africa, Italy, England, Brazil and beyond,” according to details shared by the network.
Free Streaming Across Multiple Platforms
Viewers looking to catch the global celebration won’t need to worry about subscription fees. The network has announced that “free streaming is available across multiple platforms, including phones, tablets and TVs.” The extensive list of supported services includes FOX One, FOX Local smart TV apps, Amazon Freevee, Amazon News, fuboTV, LG Channels, Plex, The Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus, Tubi, Vizio WatchFree+, Xumo, YouTube, and YouTube TV.
What makes this broadcast particularly appealing is its comprehensive approach to New Year’s Eve coverage, offering viewers a chance to experience celebrations they might otherwise never see.
Highlights from Around the Globe
Auckland, New Zealand will serve as the broadcast’s first major highlight. As one of the earliest major cities to welcome 2026, Auckland has planned a spectacular show. “New Zealand was one of the first major cities in the world to welcome 2026 with stunning New Year’s Eve fireworks and laser lights over the Sky Tower and Auckland Harbour Bridge,” according to footage previewed from previous celebrations.
Sydney, Australia — home to perhaps the most iconic New Year’s celebration in the Pacific region — will follow with its famous harbor display. The city plans a double feature with “summertime fireworks before midnight over the harbor, followed shortly by midnight fireworks and lasers” over its world-famous landmarks, as detailed in the programming guide.
Remember Hong Kong’s entrance into 2025? The city welcomed the current year “with a dazzling display of fireworks over the iconic Victoria Harbour,” as documented in previous coverage. Viewers can expect similar spectacles from Hong Kong and other Asian metropolises as the broadcast continues its journey westward.
A New Tradition in the Making?
The nearly 24-hour broadcast format represents an interesting evolution in holiday programming. Rather than focusing solely on domestic celebrations like the ball drop in Times Square, networks are increasingly recognizing viewers’ interest in experiencing global traditions and spectacles.
For those who’ve always wondered how the rest of the world rings in the new year but haven’t had the opportunity to travel, this broadcast offers a front-row seat to celebrations spanning six continents — all from the comfort of home.
As the world continues to feel increasingly connected through digital media, this comprehensive New Year’s Eve broadcast might just become a new tradition for those looking to experience the global transition into 2026 in real-time.
