NBC Gets Into the “Oh, What Fun” Spirit with Full Slate of Holiday Season Programming Overflowing with Good Cheer [Video]

NBC is sledding into the holiday season with lineup full of spectacular perennial and annual specials that accentuate an “Oh, What Fun” spirit only a broadcast network can bring into the most festive months of the year.

See below for the full list of holiday specials and series through January 1, 2020:

Dolly Parton: 50 Years at the Opry

Tuesday, November 26, 9-11PM

Country music legend Dolly Parton returns to NBC and will perform at one of the most iconic stages in the world.

Ellen’s Game of Games

Wednesday, November 27, 8-9PM

A special edition of the fun-filled series promises to bring more laughter and unpredictable twists, with fun games and surprises.

A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 27, 9-11PM

Many of the Thanksgiving-themed sketches over the course of “SNL’s” illustrious 45-season history will delight audiences.

The 93rd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thursday, November 28, 9 a.m.-noon (repeat at 2PM)

The tradition continues as giant floats make their way down to Herald Square where many of the top Broadway performers will dazzle onlookers in Manhattan and at home.

The National Dog Show Presented by Purina

Thursday, November 28, 12-2PM (repeat November 29 at 8PM)

Man’s best friend gets the spotlight as 193 breeds will compete in the annual canine competition.

It’s a Wonderful Life

Saturday, November 30, 8-11PM (repeat December 24 at 8PM)

The holidays wouldn’t be the same without a rewatching of the classic 1946 film, starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed.

Making It

Monday, December 2, 10-11PM (also December 3, 4, 5, 9, 10 and 9-11PM on December 11)

Emmy Award nominees Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman host a craft-worthy and comedy-filled new eight-episode season.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Tuesday, December 3, 8-8:30PM (repeat December 25, 8PM)

The iconic 1966 cartoon features the voice of Boris Karloff as the Grinch.

How to Train Your Dragon Homecoming

Tuesday, December 3, 8:30-9PM (repeats December 14 at 8PM)

New animated special features the return of Jay Baruchel as the voice of Hiccup, America Ferrera as Astrid, Gerard Butler as Stoick, Craig Ferguson as Gobber and Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Fishlegs.

87th Annual Christmas in Rockefeller Center

Wednesday, December 4, 8-10PM

For eight decades the tree lighting ceremony has been one of the iconic New York City holiday moments, with thousands on hand and millions watching across the country.

A Saturday Night Live Christmas Special

Thursday, December 5, 9-11PM (repeat December 23 at 9PM)

Santa brings the laughs as “SNL” goes into the time capsule for two hours of Christmas-themed sketches.

Ellen’s Greatest Night of Giveaways

Tuesday, December 10, Wednesday, December 11 and Thursday, December 12, 8-9PM (repeat December 18 from 8-11PM)

Get ready to bring your tissues as unsuspecting people are given life-changing gifts from Ellen DeGeneres.

A Legendary Christmas with John and Chrissy

Thursday, December 12, 10-11PM

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen celebrate the season of joy and laughter alongside the couple’s family and talented celebrity friends. Legend performs a selection of songs from his 2018 holiday album, “A Legendary Christmas.”

DreamWorks Trolls Holiday

Saturday, December 14, 8:30-9PM

Now that the Bergens’ one holiday is gone – and the Trolls don’t have to worry about being eaten by their neighbors – Poppy, the eternally optimistic Troll queen, has made it her mission to bring a new day of celebration to Bergen Town.

Holidays with the Houghs

Monday, December 16, 10-11PM (repeat December 23 at 8PM)

Derek and Julianne Hough will perform in show-stopping musical and dance performances. The duo’s friendly sibling rivalry will be on full display as they compete in putting their own spin on holiday classics, share family holiday traditions and create new ones for seasons to come.

The 2020 Miss America Competition

Thursday, December 19, 8-10PM

The competition follows 51 compelling candidates as they compete for life-changing scholarships to be used to continue their efforts toward community service and education. The show will continue to highlight a diverse group of young students and professionals who are advancing the message of female strength, independence, and empowerment through their efforts in the areas of scholarship, talent and social impact.

Global Citizens Prize

Friday, December 20, 8-9PM

Hosted by EGOT winner John Legend, this inaugural award ceremony, which will feature special musical collaborations, will celebrate individuals taking action to end extreme poverty and present notable presenter and powerful video packages telling revealing stories of action and impact.

Christmas Eve Mass

Tuesday, December 24, 11:30PM-1AM

Viewers will be able to watch the Pope Francis-led mass from St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (movie)

Wednesday, December 25, 8:30-11PM

For the second year in a row, this popular Jim Carrey film was the season’s #1 theatrical movie aired on the Big 4 networks in adults 18-49.

A Toast to 2019!

Tuesday, December 31, 8-10PM

The highlights and newsmakers of 2019 are brought to the fore in this year-end review.

NBC New Year’s Eve Special

Tuesday, December 31, 10-11PM (Part 1) and 11:30PM-12:30AM (Part 2)

Live from Times Square in the heart of New York, the most famous live New Year’s Eve party in America will be a spectacular celebration to wrap up 2019 with show-stopping celebrity guests, unforgettable musical performances and, of course, the heart-pounding, iconic ball drop.

131st Annual Tournament of Roses Parade

Wednesday, January 1, 2020, 11:30AM-1PM (ET) / 8:30-10:00 a.m. (PT)

The New Year’s Day tradition continues as marching bands and beautifully crafted floats stroll down Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena. Calif.