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The CBS special will be hosted by comedian Bert Kreischer and country musician Hardy — here's how to stream it live

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New York isn’t the only city throwing a big, televised bash for New Year’s Eve. Nashville will once again ring in the new year with a twang, with top country artists like Lainey Wilson and Jason Aldean slated to perform. Comedian Bert Kreischer will host the special alongside country musician Hardy.

At a Glance: How to Watch New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash

• Channel: CBS
• Streaming: DirecTV, Paramount+
• Date, Time: Dec. 31 – Jan. 1, 8 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. ET/PT

New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash kicks off Dec. 31 from 8 to 10 p.m. ET/PT, with a half-hour break in the broadcast for local news. The special resumes at 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. ET/PT, with the Music Note dropping at midnight. The special airs live on CBS and will be available to stream on Paramount+ (through the Premium plan).

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DirecTV

DirecTV carries CBS in its packages, which is airing the special live. It also includes ABC, NBC, and CNN if you prefer to channel-surf on New Year’s Eve.