When is the Strictly Christmas Special airing?

The Strictly Christmas Special is returning this year with new celebrities and a special audience vote.

Who decides the winner of the Strictly Christmas Special?

Unlike the main series, the studio audience will decide who wins the Strictly Christmas Special.

Is this Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly's last Strictly show?

Yes, the Christmas Special will be the final time Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly present the programme together.

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Strictly Christmas Special Returns with New Twists!

27 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Six new celebrities compete in the festive special.
The studio audience will determine this year's winner.
This is the final presenting gig for Claudia and Tess.

Strictly Christmas Special Returns with New Twists!

Get ready for a sparkling Strictly Christmas Special as the festive season brings back the beloved dance competition. Six new celebrity contestants will team up with professional dancers, all aiming to deliver dazzling, holiday-themed routines. The judges, including Shirley, Craig, Motsi, and Anton, will be on hand to offer their critiques.

A unique element this year is that the fate of the celebrity couples rests not with the judges, but with the studio audience. Their votes will ultimately decide who lifts the coveted Christmas trophy, adding an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the competition.

This special episode carries an emotional weight as it signifies the end of an era. Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly will present their final show together, bidding farewell to their roles as hosts after more than ten years at the helm of Strictly.