Updated September 23, 2026: For viewers searching what time is DWTS, when is Dancing With the Stars on or DWTS live, the regular Season 35 schedule is Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+.
ABC's official schedule says the live simulcast runs Tuesdays at 8/7c, with the Disney+ livestream beginning at the same time as the local ABC broadcast. Episodes are also available on demand on Disney+ and the next day on ABC.com and Hulu.
What time does Dancing With the Stars come on?
8 p.m. Eastern / 7 p.m. Central. ABC lists the program as a two-hour live broadcast. For viewers in other U.S. time zones, the local ABC schedule and Disney+ availability can determine the exact local start display.
Where can you watch DWTS live?
- ABC: Watch the live broadcast through your local ABC station.
- Disney+: Stream the live simulcast at the same time as the local ABC broadcast.
- Hulu: Episodes are available the next day.
The official ABC Dancing With the Stars page is the best place to confirm the current episode and on-demand options.
How long is Dancing With the Stars?
ABC schedules the regular live episode for approximately two hours, from 8 to 10 p.m. ET. That includes performances, judges' comments, viewer voting and the elimination result on competition nights.
Is DWTS live tonight?
The regular Season 35 schedule is live on Tuesdays. The special premiere was split across September 15 and September 16, but after that two-night event the show returned to a weekly Tuesday schedule. ABC has also published a special Monday broadcast date later in the season, so viewers should check the official schedule around November.
What happens after the live show?
After the simulcast, Disney+ subscribers can access the episode on demand, while ABC.com and Hulu make episodes available the following day. This matters for searchers who miss the live voting window: watching later does not reopen voting.
DWTS live and voting
ABC says voting opens at 8/7c during the initial simulcast and closes shortly after the final competitive dance. That means fans who want to vote should not wait for the next-day stream. Read our complete DWTS voting guide for the current online and SMS rules.
FAQ
What time is DWTS tonight?
The regular Season 35 broadcast is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT on Tuesdays.
What channel is Dancing With the Stars on?
It airs on ABC and is simulcast live on Disney+.
Can I watch DWTS on Hulu?
Yes. ABC says episodes are available on Hulu the next day.
How long is a DWTS episode?
The regular live competition broadcast is scheduled for about two hours.
Source: ABC schedule and voting information.
