Typical episode and results-show end times
Dancing with the Stars airs in two parts: the main episode and the live results show. On most ABC affiliates in the Eastern Time Zone, the one-hour results show usually runs from 8:00p.m. to 9:00p.m., while the two-hour performance episode runs from 9:00p.m. to 11:00p.m., for an overall block ending near 11:00p.m. In Central Time, add one hour; in Mountain Time, add two hours; and in Pacific Time, add three hours. These patterns hold for the majority of weeks when the show follows a standard fall–spring schedule.
How ABC scheduling affects local end times
Local end times depend on your market’s chosen timeslot and whether the station delays the network feed. Many ABC affiliates treat the show as a network-delivered block and air it at the network-recommended hour, but some shift it by 30 minutes for lead-ins or local news expansion. Because start times can vary by market, the actual end time may differ slightly from the network-standard clock. If you want a dependable reference, check your TV listings or the network’s schedule page for your ZIP code before tuning in.
Converting to your time zone
Use the standard U.S. time-zone offsets as a quick conversion guide, then adjust for your specific market start time. Remember that Daylight Saving Time shifts these offsets by one hour for much of the year.
Quick reference for standard time blocks (before market delays)
| Time Zone | Typical Results Show | Typical Performance Episode | Block End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00p.m.–9:00p.m. | 9:00p.m.–11:00p.m. | 11:00p.m. |
| Central | 9:00p.m.–10:00p.m. | 10:00p.m.–12:00a.m. | 12:00a.m. |
| Mountain | 10:00p.m.–11:00p.m. | 11:00p.m.–1:00a.m. | 1:00a.m. |
| Pacific | 11:00p.m.–12:00a.m. | 12:00a.m.–2:00a.m. | 2:00a.m. |
Special weeks and schedule changes
Certain episodes—such as two-hour season premieres, special weeks (Disney night, awards night), or live elimination episodes—may extend beyond the usual length. Conversely, weeks with limited results content or abbreviated recaps can finish earlier. If a major event interrupts the regularly scheduled slot, the network may move the show to another night entirely. Because these exceptions are not on a fixed pattern, do not rely on a standard 11:00p.m. or 2:00a.m. close unless you verify that week’s line-up.
How to check the exact end time for your market
- Open your local TV listings (via the grid or source info) and locate the program details.
- Visit abc.com/shows/dancing-with-the-stars or use the ABC app and enter your ZIP code to see the precise local times.
- Check your electronic program guide (EPG) on cable or streaming TV to see the actual scheduled end time.
- For the results show specifically, confirm whether it is broadcast live or delayed, since delayed markets may push the finish later into the evening.
Why end times matter for viewers
Knowing when Dancing with the Stars ends helps you plan viewing, set reminders for results, and avoid missing live outcomes or social media reactions. If you use streaming services, note that some platforms may place the next-day recap or encore earlier or later than the live window. For time-sensitive decisions—such as voting, trending discussions, or real-time commentary—anchor your plans to the local schedule rather than the network-standard clock.
Bottom line on when the show ends
Under a typical week, Dancing with the Stars’ results show wraps near 9:00p.m. Eastern and the performance finale by 11:00p.m. Eastern, shifting later by one to three hours depending on your time zone. For any given week, the surest method is to check your local ABC listing or the schedule on abc.com with your ZIP code, because pre-emptions, delays, and expanded episodes can move the end time.