Dancing with the Stars 2026: How to Watch

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Started Oct 14, 2026 · Peak day Oct 14 · Updated Oct 23, 2026

When did Dancing with the Stars start going viral?

Social views each day

How do you watch Dancing with the Stars?

Dancing with the Stars season 35 is available on ABC and Disney+ on Tuesdays, with the next live show, Week 7's Horror Movie Night, on October 27, 2026. Between Oct 14 and Oct 27, fans' watch nights and reactions drew 14.4M views from 172 creators as viewers shared birthday gatherings, family moments and support for favourite couples.

Viewers are making Dancing with the Stars part of time with friends and family, from birthday crafts to watching with a child. Others post outfit reactions, elimination opinions and support for favourite couples. Comments ask to join the next gathering and share disappointment about eliminations.

The numbers

Dancing with the Stars season 35 airs Tuesdays on ABC and Disney+.
The next live show is Week 7, Horror Movie Night, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
The Dancing with the Stars season 35 finale is November 24, 2026.
Fans' watch nights and reactions drew 14.4M views from 172 creators between Oct 14 and Oct 27.

Why is Dancing with the Stars going viral?

A programme feels more special when watching it gives you people to laugh, care and disagree with.

BelongingViewers ask to watch together, celebrate party hosts and rally around their favourite couples.

Which videos about Dancing with the Stars are going viral?

#1Zach Olson57K86696KOct 19Zach OlsonThe creator reacts to Carrie Ann Inaba’s lift comment on Dancing with the Stars.Why it works: A specific judging comment gives fellow viewers something to debate.#2Taylor Owen79.4K254513.1KOct 18Taylor OwenThe creator questions the Dancing with the Stars judges with the caption “Judges, we are judging”.Why it works: The pointed reaction echoes viewers’ scrutiny of the judging.#3Lauren Milovich3K82425.8K playsOct 23Dedication Night spritzLauren shares a Dedication Spritz for a Dancing with the Stars watch party.Why it works: A themed drink makes the watch night feel like an occasion.#4Lena | Lifestyle & Pop Culture20.2K290323KOct 22Lena | Lifestyle & Pop CultureThe creator questions why Julia Stiles and Ezra scored higher than Connor Wood and Tyler Cameron despite mistakes.Why it works: A specific scoring comparison invites fellow viewers to weigh in.#5Frsssh Retty10.8K20299.6KOct 19Debating the scoresThe creator asks which Dancing with the Stars performances deserved higher scores.Why it works: Comparing scores keeps the watch night debate going after the dances.#6Jordyn | Bookstagram 📖8.8K52281.8K playsOct 23JordynJordyn describes crying over Amber Glenn’s dedication dance and praises her openness about mental health.Why it works: An emotional response gives fellow viewers a way to share what moved them.#7bayley3.4K10271K playsOct 23BayleyBayley praises Tyler Cameron’s pregnancy announcement on Dancing with the Stars.Why it works: The surprise gives watch night viewers a moment to talk about together.#8Anna2.9K264118.5K playsOct 23The lift debateAnna shares her thoughts on lifts and dance technique on Dancing with the Stars.Why it works: A disputed dance rule gives fans another angle on the judging.#9Morgan Paige5.1K188105.9K playsOct 17MorganMorgan questions why the judges are being harsh on Connor.Why it works: Defending a favourite invites fellow viewers to weigh in on the scores.#10ilana eden6.3K4798.3KOct 18IlanaIlana says she thought the dance was good and was shocked by the scores.Why it works: The gap between her reaction and the scores echoes a familiar watch night debate.

How to join the Dancing with the Stars moment

Creators make DWTS personal through watch-night celebrations, time with friends and reactions to fashion, judging and performances.

Opening hook
#1 begins with silver fringe and purple birthday balloons before showing snacks and colouring sheets. #2 uses text over a couch selfie to explain watching for the fashion.
Video #1 Video #2
Storytelling
#1 turns watching into a birthday celebration with crafts and snacks. #4 includes DWTS alongside dining and pickleball during a day with a friend.
Video #1 Video #4
Format & length
#3 shares a Dedication Spritz for a DWTS watch party, offering a themed drink idea to accompany the show.
Video #3
Tone & voice
#2 turns scrutiny back on the judges with “Judges, we are judging”. #5 asks which performances deserved higher scores, inviting viewers to question the results together.
Video #2 Video #5
If you make one video
Show the snacks, crafts and company that make a DWTS watch night feel like a personal celebration.

What are the top hashtags for Dancing with the Stars?

The tags people used most on posts about this moment, ranked by number of posts. Generic tags like #fyp and #viral are left out.

How do people feel about Dancing with the Stars?

Posts54% positive · 33% neutral · 14% negative

Comments51% positive · 14% neutral · 35% negative

Automatic sentiment labels across 209 posts and 396 comments.

The other side · what’s negative

Some grumbling

Fans enjoy gathering to watch, but some dispute eliminations and complain that judging, especially lift penalties, is inconsistent.

The negative videos

#1Rachel:)342157.1KOct 14The caption says Connor Wood was robbed.A television shows a male dancer with two female dancers performing to Shakira. On-screen text reads "papa's hips do NOT lie".How it’s made: Television performance footage with humorous on-screen text; the caption says Connor Wood was robbed.#2Lindi Marcusen | Paralympian132186K playsOct 16Challenges the elimination result and inconsistent judging.The caption disputes Guillermo and Witney's elimination and compares the judges' treatment of lifts and choreography across couples.How it’s made: Caption-led criticism opens with the elimination result, then compares judging decisions.#3piff peterson422.6KOct 21Calls the judging harsh and inconsistent.The caption welcomes Guillermo's elimination but criticises Carrie Anne's judging, Amber's assessment and Jenna's lift penalty.How it’s made: The caption opens with Guillermo's elimination, then lists complaints about judging.

What brands should do

Celebrate watch parties and favourite performances. Avoid declaring eliminations deserved or joking about lift penalties while fans question the judging.

What are people saying about Dancing with the Stars?

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Omg I might need to come next time

Eagerness

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Please keep hosting them. I live in the burbs and I will drive in!

Enthusiasm

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Such a fun night!!! Thank you @fs.skatingstan and @rockerskating for making this happen!!!

Gratitude

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Jackie! I love to see your party side! Looks like a great time and Amber felt the !

Delight

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You all have too much fun, can I jump on a plane and watch with you all??

Longing

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Can I come watch with you

Interest

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They had a fabulous samba!!! I want those fringe pants!

Admiration

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Enjoyed your takes on the show! Ill be following!

Appreciation

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I truly enjoyed Guillermo this week! Ezra continues to amaze me! Did not love Tatyanas song (for this dance), but the dance was great!

Appreciation

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We the People will vote!!!! For Amber and Pasha!!!! The DWTS Glennhead Nation will never be defeated!!!!!WE RISE !!!!!!!

Loyalty

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Thats so cool! I live just a little too far away but we listened to Jackies podcast afterwards. Looks like you all had fun! Go Amber and Pasha!

Support

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Dont talk to me abt Julia and Tyler I will be sobbing.

Sadness

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Wait it was in nyc??? I want to come to the next one!!!

Excitement

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Happy Birthday , Makayla ! A Dancing with the Stars party theme rocks ! I'm team Ezra

Celebration

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If you have any dance background coming in- dont do a lift. This is what Im gathering

Frustration

Questions people are asking

When is Dancing with the Stars on in 2026?

Dancing with the Stars season 35 airs on Tuesdays on ABC and Disney+. The next live show is Week 7, Horror Movie Night, on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The season finale is November 24, 2026, giving fans dates to plan their next watch night with friends or family.

What is Dancing with the Stars streaming on?

Dancing with the Stars season 35 streams on Disney+ on Tuesdays and also airs on ABC. The next live episode is Horror Movie Night on October 27, 2026. Fans are making the programme part of time together, sharing birthday watch parties, family moments and reactions to favourite couples.

What is the Dancing with the Stars theme tonight?

The next live Dancing with the Stars theme is Horror Movie Night for Week 7 on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. As of October 23, the upcoming live show is on Tuesday. Season 35 airs on ABC and Disney+, so use October 27 when planning a themed watch night.

Can I come watch Dancing with the Stars with you?

Joining a Dancing with the Stars watch night starts with asking the host whether you can come. Fans are asking to join gatherings in comments, while viewers share birthday watch parties and family moments. If you arrange your own gathering, season 35 airs Tuesdays on ABC and Disney+.

How can brands use Dancing with the Stars?

Best fit: Beverages

Save a seat for watch night

“An extra glass is poured beside an empty place on the sofa.”

Format: Watch-night preparation followed by friends' own reactions.
Platform: Instagram Reels and TikTok
Who posts: Creators who already watch with friends or family
Caption: Same sofa, different favourites. Who's coming round for watch night?
When to post: Before the next shared watch night
Watch out: Use alcohol-free drinks; avoid unlicensed show footage, music and contestant mockery.

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