The DWTS Premiere is almost here, and fans of Dancing with the Stars are buzzing with excitement. The iconic ballroom competition is set to bring back glitz, glamour, and plenty of celebrity drama. While many expected the season to kick off on September 9, viewers tuning in that night were instead met with three hours of High Potential repeats on ABC. So when does the dancing officially begin? Let’s break it down.

When Does Dancing with the Stars Return?

The new season of Dancing with the Stars premieres on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET . The show will air live on ABC, simulcast on Disney+, and be available for next-day streaming on Hulu. For those without cable, live viewing is possible with services like YouTube TV, fuboTV, DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling

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