Is There a New Saturday Night Live Episode This Weekend? Host Revealed for Upcoming Show

Is Saturday Night Live New Tonight?

Saturday Night Live will not air a new episode on the night of December 27. The show took a break for the holidays after its last new episode aired on December 20. That episode featured Ariana Grande as the host with Cher as the musical guest, marking a festive and high-profile close to 2025.

December 27 SNL Episode Details

On December 27, NBC plans to re-air an episode originally broadcast on October 18. This episode features Sabrina Carpenter, who both hosted and performed as the musical guest. It was Carpenter’s first time hosting, and she was praised for her range — from comedic sketches to musical numbers.

Sabrina Carpenter’s October Episode Highlights

• Played a teen podcast host in “Snack Homiez”
• Acted in a sketch selling an outrageously expensive pillow
• Portrayed a confident girl boss character
• Delivered a strong musical performance of her hit “Manchild”

Fans appreciated her comedic timing and musical talent, with many hoping she will return as host in the near future.

When Does SNL Return With New Episodes?

The live show is scheduled to return with new episodes starting January 17. Finn Wolfhard will be the host for the first new show of 2026. Wolfhard brings major streaming TV credentials from his role in Stranger Things and movie roles like Ghostbusters: Afterlife.

Musical Guest for January 17

A$AP Rocky will make his debut as musical guest on the January 17 episode. Although he has appeared in a cameo before, this will be his first full musical performance on the program. His new album release is timed to coincide with this appearance.

How to Watch Saturday Night Live

New episodes of Saturday Night Live air live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT every Saturday. Episodes become available the following day for streaming on Peacock. Past and classic sketches are also accessible anytime on Peacock’s platform.

This schedule and lineup continue the tradition of SNL attracting a mix of stars from music, film, and culture, as it celebrated its historic 50th anniversary this year. Fans can look forward to fresh content and special guest appearances in the coming months.