The Young and the Restless will not have a new episode on the first day of 2026, like a few other soap operas. But the holiday preemption may turn out to be a fun moment for fans. Here’s why there will not be a new episode of the soap and what will be in its place.

Will The Young and the Restless air a new episode tonight?

No, The Young and the Restless will not have a new episode on January 1, 2026. However, the famed soap opera will have a new episode on January 2, 2025, picking up directly from its episode on December 31, 2025.

So, despite the show not taking a break on New Year’s Eve, there will be a break from the regular storyline for New Year’s Day. However, an interesting episode will take its place on January 1, 2026.

The soap will bring a classic 1998 episode to the screens again on the first day of the year. This episode, widely remembered by fans, will feature Katherine Chancellor throwing a lavish party at her mansion. However, the celebrations will not last long with Jill Abbott becoming the thorn in the way.

Meanwhile, the episode before the one on New Year’s Eve follows a current storyline, in which Cane tries to win Lily back for yet another time. Meanwhile, Adam and Sally talk about their messy past, and Tessa begins to understand her feelings for Daniel.

After the brief break with a throwback episode, the story will continue on January 2, 2025. As per the spoilers, Victor will join forces with Nick to fend off a seasoned nemesis. Daniel will also have a story arc with Tessa. Mariah will kick off the new year with worries about Ian Ward.

So, fans have ample exciting things coming on the show, despite a break in the flow of regular episodes for New Year’s Day.