From rising stars to superstars, the evening showcased a broad range of talent, leaving fans in the holiday spirit. Here’s a look at the night’s standout moments:
Dasha
Making her Jingle Ball debut, country-pop singer Dasha charmed the crowd with a vibrant onstage energy and bubbly presence. She kicked off her set with “Didn’t I,” her live vocals sounding as polished as her studio recordings. After a brief moment to connect with the audience, she closed her performance with “Austin,” the viral TikTok hit that launched her career. Dasha’s engaging performance made evident that this is just the beginning of many big moments for the rising star.
Shaboozey
Hip-hop artist Shaboozey brought the crowd to its feet with a commanding stage presence and textured, raspy vocals. Introduced by his DJ, he set the tone with a new track before diving into fan favorites such as “Let It Burn” and closing with his hit “A Bar Song.” His deep baritone voice and ability to engage the audience created an unmissable performance. Shaboozey ended his set with a powerful scream as the crowd sang back his lyrics, capping off an energetic and captivating set.
Wonho
K-pop sensation Wonho delivered a sleek and sensual set, starting with a visually striking video intro. His performance combined polished choreography with emotional vocals, highlighted by “What Would You Do,” where he hit impressive high notes that captivated the arena. Wonho’s heartfelt connection with the crowd and his meticulously crafted set earned him one of the night’s most enthusiastic responses.
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Katseye
Reflecting on their previous Jingle Ball performance in Los Angeles, Katseye brought a polished and highly produced set to Dickies Arena. With well-executed choreography and captivating visuals, the group kept the energy high throughout. Their brief, though heartfelt, interactions with the audience punctuated their performance, which closed with “Touch,” a track gaining momentum on social media.
Madison Beer
Madison Beer's gazillion followers were not disappointed: The New York singer delivered what was arguably the strongest vocal performance of the night. With dramatic lighting and visuals that complemented her outfit, she stunned the crowd with range and control. A standout moment came during her soulful rendition of “Please Come Home for Christmas,” paired with a soaring guitar solo. She closed her set with confetti, flashing lights and her Billboard Top 10 hit “Make You Mine,” leaving many in the audience in awe of her artistry.
Madison Beer is probably still thanking Justin Bieber for the shoutout that changed her career.
Elijah Smith
