Dancing with the Stars turns its attention to the internet for “Viral Hits Night,” as the celebrities and their professional partners take the ballroom floor with routines inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable online moments.
After the two-part premiere introduced this season’s competitors, Episode 3 gives the pairs a timely new theme to play with. The night’s performances will draw from songs and pop-culture moments that became massive through the internet, giving the choreography room to lean into everything from nostalgia to the kind of instantly recognizable hooks that live far beyond a single scroll.
Viral Hits Night Brings an Internet-Inspired Theme to the Ballroom
The theme is an especially natural fit for Dancing with the Stars, a series built around big performances, fan conversation and the moments viewers cannot stop sharing after the credits roll. With a fresh set of routines built around viral music and cultural touchstones, the remaining contestants will be looking for the right balance of personality, precision and a little internet-era fun.
See the episode photos below for a look at the couples, their professional partners and the ballroom setup ahead of the new competition night.
How to Watch Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Episode 3
“Viral Hits Night” airs Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Check your local ABC listings for airtime and visit the official Dancing with the Stars page for current viewing information.
Dancing with the Stars Season 35 Episode 3 Photos: “Viral Hits Night”
DANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) BRANDON ARMSTRONG, CIARA MILLERDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) JENNA DEWAN, VALENTIN CHMERKOVSKIYDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) ALFONSO RIBEIRO, JULIANNE HOUGHDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) CARRIE ANN INABA, DEREK HOUGH, BRUNO TONIOLIDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) TYLER CAMERON, SHARNA BURGESSDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) SHARNA BURGESS, TYLER CAMERONDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) ALFONSO RIBEIRO, CIARA MILLER, BRANDON ARMSTRONGDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Christopher Willard) KAMRI PETERSON, JAXON WILLARD, ONYE STEVENSON, CARTER WILLIAMSDANCING WITH THE STARS – “Viral Hits Night” – The celebrities and their professional partners will hit the dance floor with performances inspired by some of the biggest viral hits and unforgettable moments that have taken the internet by storm. TUESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. 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