Is ‘SNL’ New Tonight? Here’s When The ‘Saturday Night Live’ Season Finale Airs on NBC
The season finale of 'Saturday Night Live' airs tonight, May 16, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. ET. Hosted by SNL veteran Will Ferrell, the episode will also feature musical guest Paul McCartney. This marks the last new episode until the show returns for its 52nd season, likely in October 2026.
- ▪Tonight's episode of SNL is the season finale.
- ▪Will Ferrell is hosting the finale, with Paul McCartney as the musical guest.
- ▪The episode can be watched live on NBC and streamed on Peacock.
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