Late Late Show unveils glittering New Year’s Eve Special line-up packed with big names

The guests have been revealed for the Late Late Show Special on RTE One on New Year's Eve.

The Late Late Show will ring in 2026 in style as Patrick Kielty hosts a spectacular New Year’s Eve special packed with music, laughs and memorable moments from the year just gone. 

Viewers can expect standout performances from David Gray, who will perform his iconic hit Babylon, while Lyra is set to perform, Edge of Seventeen.

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Gavin James will take to the stage with fan favourites including Storm Warning, and Cork band Cliffords will showcase their breakout success with My Favourite Monster.

Special collaborations are also set to be a major highlight of the night, Sharon Shannon will team up with Lucia Evans and The Late Late Show House Band for a series of performances, while Scott Gorham will pay tribute to Irish rock legend Phil Lynott.

The celebrations continue with The Stunning performing Old Town, before comic-musician Garron Noone joins them on stage for a high-energy performance.

Also featuring in the special are Irish heptathlete Kate O’Connor, Olympic rowing champion Fintan McCarthy, architect Dermot Bannon and cast members from hit series Traitors Ireland all stopping by for lively chats with Patrick Kielty.

Lyra, Garron Noone and David Gray will also swap their microphones for the couch as the mix of music and chat keeps the party going.

The night will build to a spectacular finale with a live countdown from Dublin Castle with presenter Kayleigh Trappe , where Inhaler will perform as the nation rings in 2026 together, with a fireworks display lights up the Dublin skyline.

Speaking ahead of the show, Patrick said: “It’s going to be a night of music, laughter and celebration as we look back on the year gone by and look forward to what’s ahead. We can’t wait to ring in 2026 with everyone watching at home and the crowd at Dublin Castle.”