NBC’s Today has a stocking full of holiday cheer and heartwarming stories planned for the week leading up to Christmas and beyond. From porch pirate prevention tips to a trapeze-flying Dylan Dreyer, the week promises a mix of the practical and the whimsical.
Monday, December 23 kicks off with advice on safeguarding deliveries on what’s expected to be the busiest delivery day of the year. Sports fans can look forward to an “Inside the Game” segment featuring the Buccaneers and Cowboys, while beauty aficionados will get a glimpse of upcoming trends. The day also features a look at St. Patrick’s Cathedral’s new addition – the Apostle’s Edition of the St. John’s Bible. Later, Craig Melvin takes on babysitting duties for Dylan Dreyer’s children in “TODAY’s Big Dare,” while Tony Shalhoub joins the 70 Club.
Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, presents a modern take on a holiday classic with “The Brooklyn Nutcracker.” Last-minute gift ideas and a performance by The Temptations round out the morning’s offerings. This time, it’s Dylan Dreyer’s turn for a “Big Dare,” braving the trapeze. Dennis Quaid joins the 70 Club, and viewers will learn about the historic Bray School.
Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, features a Today anchors’ holiday cookie swap and a peek into Christmas at Windsor Castle. Bryan Ford offers some Christmas culinary delights, and Walker Hayes performs. Later, viewers will meet an inspiring 11-year-old raising money for Pearl Harbor education programs. Al Roker hosts trivia night in his “Big Dare.”
Thursday, December 26, tackles consumer issues with a segment on “Just Answer” customer service and explores a new program addressing women’s health during menopause. Dawn Russell provides healthy soup recipes, and viewers get to meet a multi-generational California milk delivery family. The show also highlights Savant Studios’ fashion designer, Sandra Brunson discusses her son Jalen’s rising career and Craig Melvin takes on Reformer Pilates in “Try This Today.”
Friday, December 27, examines rock-bottom shopping deals and features board game suggestions for the holiday weekend. “TODAY in the Wild” visits an elephant sanctuary, and Jeremy Ford whips up football-themed dishes for the Falcons vs. Commanders game. A heartwarming story of a military veteran’s kidney donation leads the 9 a.m. hour, with spotlights on designer Raul Lopez and Kulfi.
NBC’s The Today Show airs Monday-Friday at 7:00 a.m.
