SNL 2026 Return Schedule: Finn Wolfhard’s Hosting Debut and Bowen Yang’s Emotional Exit
SNL is on holiday hiatus as of Dec. 27, 2025. Find out when the show returns in 2026 with host Finn Wolfhard and recap Bowen Yang's emotional departure.
The lights are off at Studio 8H, but the buzz hasn't faded. As of Dec. 27, 2025, NBC's Saturday Night Live is officially on its winter hiatus. While the cast and crew take a well-deserved holiday break, fans are looking ahead to a packed 2026 schedule that promises new faces and bittersweet goodbyes.
Catching Up: The Holiday Rerun Schedule
If you're tuning in tonight, you'll see a repeat of the Oct. 18 episode featuring Sabrina Carpenter as both host and musical guest. The network has also confirmed that the first Saturday of January will rerun the Miles Teller episode, with Jan. 10 also scheduled as a repeat. It's a chance for viewers to revisit the highlights of Season 51 before the new year kicks into gear.
Finn Wolfhard Leads the 2026 Comeback
The first new episode of 2026 is set for Saturday, Jan. 17. Stranger Things star Finn Wolfhard will make his hosting debut, joined by musical guest A$AP Rocky. Wolfhard’s appearance is particularly meta, given his recent role in the SNL biopic 'Saturday Night,' marking a full-circle moment for the young actor on the legendary stage.
Reflecting on a Star-Studded December
SNL closed out 2025 with an emotional finale on Dec. 20. The episode, hosted by Ariana Grande with a rare performance by Cher, served as the final curtain call for Bowen Yang. After 7 seasons, Yang’s tearful goodbye marked the end of an era for the current cast lineup, which also saw 5 new featured players join the ranks this season.
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