Ronan Keating Rings in 2026 with Star-Studded New Year’s Eve BBC Special

A Night of Music and Celebration

Ronan & Friends: A New Year’s Eve Party will see Keating joined on stage by former bandmates Keith Duffy and Shane Lynch, alongside performances from Louise Redknapp, Calum Scott and Shona McGarty. The show airs on BBC One at 11:30pm on New Year’s Eve 2025, offering viewers the perfect way to welcome in the new year from the comfort of their homes.

With over three decades in the spotlight, Ronan Keating remains one of the UK and Ireland’s most enduring and beloved performers, from his chart-topping success with Boyzone to a hugely successful solo career. The special promises to deliver a powerful dose of nostalgia alongside modern pop hits, creating an unforgettable evening for audiences of all ages.

Boyzone Reunion Moment

One of the most anticipated highlights of the evening is the reunion of Ronan with his former Boyzone bandmates. Ronan reunites with his former Boyzone bandmates Keith Duffy and Shane Lynch for a special performance, as one of the most successful pop groups of the 1990s who scored six UK number-one singles and sold more than 25 million records worldwide. The programme comes ahead of a planned one-off Boyzone reunion stadium show next year.

Star-Studded Guest Line-Up

Also joining Ronan on the stage will be Louise Redknapp, who revealed on her Instagram that her and Ronan Keating were once flat mates. Completing the line up is ex Eastenders and I’m A Celebrity star Shona McGarty and multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter Calum Scott, with Shona bringing theatrical flair and Calum bringing modern, soulful hits.

Ronan will countdown to midnight with his guests before the programme cuts to London’s world-famous fireworks display. After the midnight fireworks, Ronan and his guests return to the stage just after 12:15am to continue the celebrations.

Why This Matters for Viewers

This special event offers more than just entertainment—it represents a celebration of three decades of beloved music and shared cultural memories. For fans of 90s pop, the Boyzone reunion provides a rare opportunity to see the iconic group perform together again before their highly anticipated stadium show in 2026. The diverse line-up ensures something for everyone, from nostalgic classics to contemporary hits, making it the ideal television companion for New Year’s Eve celebrations across the UK.