The Voice Season 28's Star-Studded Live Finale Features XG, Khalid, Journey, and More

Khalid performs onstage during Vevo Halloween 2017 at Craneway Pavilion on October 28, 2017 in Richmond, California (Image via Getty)

The Voice Season 28 Live Finale Details Revealed

The upcoming season of The Voice is set to conclude with a highly anticipated live finale. Scheduled for December 16, 2025, the event will air at 9 p.m. ET on NBC. This episode will not only crown the season’s winner but also feature a series of musical performances by both established and emerging artists. The coaches for this season include Niall Horan, Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, and Snoop Dogg.

Star-Studded Musical Guests

The finale will be a celebration of music, featuring performances from a variety of artists. Among the confirmed acts are XG, Khalid, Journey, and others. These performances will add an extra layer of excitement to the already thrilling competition.

XG and Riley Green Performances

One of the highlights of the event will be the performance by XG, a seven-member group that made their debut with their first album in 2022. They recently performed at Coachella, and their popular tracks include "Woke Up" and "Shooting Star."

Riley Green, an Alabama-based country artist, will also take the stage. His songs like "There Was This Girl" and "I Wish Grandpas Never Died" have gained significant attention. Both XG and Riley Green are scheduled to perform during the live broadcast as part of the season's closing entertainment segment.

Contributions from Established Artists

Several well-known artists have been added to the lineup for the finale. R&B artist and songwriter Khalid will perform, showcasing his latest album, After the Sun Goes Down, which was released in October 2025.

The rock band Journey, led by founder Neal Schon, will also make an appearance. Noah Cyrus, known for her duet with Blake Shelton, will join the show. Zac Brown, who has served as the Mega Mentor this season, is returning for the finale.

Returning Alumni and Coach Performances

The finale will also feature past winners and current coaches performing alongside their artists. Sofronio Vasquez III, the Season 26 champion and the first The Voice U.S. winner from the Philippines, will return to the stage.

Michael Bublé will perform with his Top 6 artists, Max Chambers and Jazz McKenzie. Reba McEntire will appear with her Artist, Aubrey Nicole. Niall Horan’s Season 23 winner, Gina Miles, will also perform alongside Aiden Ross. Snoop Dogg, concluding his second season as a coach, will have his Top 6 artist, Yoshihanaa, participate in a performance.

Niall Horan’s Absence

Niall Horan, a member of the coaching panel for Season 28, will not be presenting during the Live Finale on December 16, 2025. He is advised to take vocal rest due to illness and will not be participating in the planned duet performances with his two Finalists, Aiden Ross and the country-pop trio DEK of Hearts.

Reba McEntire will perform with Team Niall during the episode to support the Finalists. Despite his absence, Horan’s situation does not affect the competition’s flow. He is expected to recover fully.

Broadcast and Event Details

The The Voice Season 28 Live Finale will be broadcast live on NBC starting at 9 p.m. ET. The episode will combine the final competitive segment with numerous musical performances. Viewers can expect a mix of returning artists, current contestants, and celebrity guest performers.

The final act of the show follows the format used throughout the series, featuring live performances along with the announcement of the season’s results. No additional ticketing or attendance information has been provided.

Final Performance Lineup

The first act at the finale will be XG, followed by performances from Riley Green, Zac Brown, Noah Cyrus, Khalid, Sofronio Vasquez III, Journey, Michael Bublé, Reba McEntire, Gina Miles, and Snoop Dogg.

Stay tuned for more updates.