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Unwrapping Abbott Elementary's Christmas Special: A Sneak Peek at ABC's Full Holiday Schedule





Get ready for a joyous celebration as "Abbott Elementary" prepares for its highly anticipated two-part Christmas special! ABC has announced the premiere date: Wednesday, December 4, at 8 PM (7c). Fans can expect a charming exploration of life at Abbott Elementary during this festive season.


The first half of the special, titled "Winter Show," features Abbott Elementary's inaugural holiday production. Barbara is determined to ensure her vision comes to life, but she faces various challenges along the way. Adding to the holiday mayhem is the surprise early arrival of Jacob's brother, which introduces a lively dose of family drama.





As the special continues into the second half at 8:30 PM (7:30c), titled "Winter Break," the focus shifts to Christmas Eve. Hostess Melissa is pulling out all the stops for the Schemmenti family dinner, working hard to make it absolutely perfect. Meanwhile, viewers can anticipate an unexpected twist for Janine and Gregory, enhancing the holiday excitement.


ABC's holiday lineup is thriving this year, featuring a variety of delightful programming for viewers to enjoy. Whether you love holiday games, country music, or heartwarming movies, there's something for everyone on ABC this season.


Here’s a closer look at ABC’s holiday schedule starting from the end of November (via TVLine):


WEDNESDAY, NOV. 27

9 pm The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20

THURSDAY, NOV. 288 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: Mary Poppins


SUNDAY, DEC. 1

7 pm AFV’s Wreck the Halls: 35 Years of Holiday Hijinks

8 pm The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular


MONDAY, DEC. 2

8 pm Celebrity Wheel of Fortune: ‘Chance the Rapper, Dionne Warwick and Lil Jon

9 pm Press Your Luck: ‘Holiday Extravaganza III’


TUESDAY, DEC. 3

8 pm CMA Country Christmas9 pm Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town


WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4

8 pm Abbott Elementary: ‘Winter Show’

8:30 pm Abbott Elementary: ‘Winter Break’

9 pm Celebrity Family Feud: ‘Shaquille O’Neal vs. Sherri Shepherd’


THURSDAY, DEC. 5

8 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight (Season 12 Premiere)

9 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight


SUNDAY, DEC. 8

8:30 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: The Lion King


TUESDAY, DEC. 10

8 pm Olaf’s Frozen Adventure

8:30 pm Toy Story That Time Forgot9 pm Disney Prep & Landing

9:30 pm Disney Prep & Landing 2: Naughty vs. Nice


THURSDAY, DEC. 12

8 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight9 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight


FRIDAY, DEC. 13

8 pm Shark Tank


SUNDAY, DEC. 15

7 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: The Sound of Music


WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18

8 pm iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2024


THURSDAY, DEC. 19

8 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight

9 pm The Great Christmas Light Fight


SUNDAY, DEC. 22

8 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: The Santa Clause


TUESDAY, DEC. 24

8 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: Home Alone


WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25

10 am Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade

12 pm NBA Christmas Special: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks

2:30 pm NBA Christmas Special: Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks

5 pm NBA Christmas Special: Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics

7:30 pm NBA Countdown

8 pm NBA Christmas Special: Los Angeles Lakers at Golden State Warriors

10:30 pm NBA Christmas Special: Denver Nuggets at Phoenix Suns


THURSDAY, DEC. 26

9 pm The Year: 2024, Hosted by Robin Roberts


SUNDAY, DEC. 29

7 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: Frozen

9 pm The Wonderful World of Disney Presents: Frozen 2


TUESDAY, DEC. 31, 2024

Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2025


WEDNESDAY, JAN. 1, 2025

8 pm 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony


For sports enthusiasts, ABC has exciting programming as well! On Christmas Day, viewers can catch all five NFL games starting at noon. This is a fantastic way to experience thrilling live action while celebrating the holiday.


With "Abbott Elementary" delivering a mix of humor and holiday cheer alongside other captivating shows, December promises to be filled with laughter and heartwarming moments. Be sure to tune in and enjoy the delightful stories that mark this special time of year. Whether you are drawn to the festive antics or the touching family scenes, this ABC programming lineup is sure to engage audiences of all ages. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a holiday celebration with Abbott Elementary!

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