The “Dancing with the Stars” finale is typically a three-hour live event, running from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time for recent seasons.

Quick Scoop

  • Recent finales, including the Season 34 finale, are scheduled as three-hour episodes.
  • On schedules and listings, this usually appears as 8–11 p.m. ET (and 5–8 p.m. PT), reflecting a full three-hour block.
  • Some promos and forum discussions highlight that this expanded runtime allows for judges’ choice rounds, instant dance, freestyles, and extra performances.

In short, if you are planning your night around it, expect the Dancing with the Stars finale to last about three hours from start to finish.

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