iHeartRadio 96.1 The Beat Announces Jingle Ball 2025 At State Farm Arena On Thursday, December 18

Atlanta, GA – September 26, 2025 – 96.1 The Beat, Atlanta’s New Home for Hip Hop, R&B and The Breakfast Club, today unveiled the star-studded lineup for its holiday concert, iHeartRadio 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One, taking place on Thursday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the award-winning State Farm Arena. 96.1 The Beat’s The Breakfast Club officially announced the all-star performers for 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One which will include BigXthaPlug, Jermaine Dupri & Friends, Kehlani, Lil Jon & Friends, Mariah The Scientist, MOLIY and Nelly.

96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 is part of the national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One, the season’s biggest annual holiday music event that captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists in Dallas/Fort Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; and Miami.

Eligible Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets via a cardholder presale in each city. Plus, cardholders can add a Capital One Access Pass to their purchase in select markets to enjoy an exclusive pre-show party with a performing Jingle Ball artist.  The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One Cardholder Pre-Sale begins Tuesday, September 30 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, October 2 at 10 a.m. local time, or while pre-sale supplies last. Pre-sale info and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.

All other tickets go on sale to the General Public on Friday, October 3 at 12 p.m. local time and will be available at Ticketmaster.com.

“Atlanta is the heartbeat of hip hop, and this year’s 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball will bring the culture, energy, and biggest names together for a night that nobody will forget,” said Jill Strada Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Atlanta.

“I’m excited to bring 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball back to Atlanta for 2025,” said Vladimir Scott, Program Director for iHeartMedia Atlanta’s 96.1 The Beat. “Last year set the bar high, and this year we’re taking it even further with a lineup that truly represents Atlanta’s energy and culture. It’s the holiday concert of the year — an unforgettable night of music, celebration, and community. This is the show everybody’s going to be talking about – and trust me, you don’t want to miss it.”

Every year, 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One gives back to the community to celebrate the holiday season.  This year’s official charity isthe Ryan Seacrest Foundation – $1.00 of each ticket sold will be donated to the non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring pediatric patients through entertainment and education focused initiatives.

Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, Boost Mobile, JCPenney, Mercedes-Benz, with more to be announced.96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 is locally sponsored by Ed Voyles Kia of Smyrna, Dr Pepper, Georgia Institute of Technology, The Law Offices of Julian Lewis Sanders & Associates, Bevel Hair Products & African Pride Hair Care Products.

For the latest information on 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball 2025 log on to www.961thebeat.com/jingleball or listen to 96.1 The Beat on-air or online via the station’s website, as well as on iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio mobile app.

iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the Atlanta market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service –  available across more than 500 platforms and over 2,000 devices including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions and gaming consoles.

iHeartMedia Atlanta owns and operates WWPW-FM, WUBL- FM, WRDG-FM, WBZY-FM, WBZW-FM, WBIN & 96 Rock and is part of iHeartMedia. iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with nine out of ten Americans listening to iHeart broadcast radio in every month. iHeart’s broadcast radio assets alone have a larger audience in the U.S. than any other media outlet; twice the size of the next largest broadcast radio company; and over four times the ad-enabled audience of the largest digital only audio service. iHeart is the largest podcast publisher according to Podtrac, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined, has the most recognizable live events across all genres of music, has the number one social footprint among audio players, with five times more followers than the next audio media brand, and is the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

At Capital One we’re on a mission for our customers – bringing them best-in-class products, rewards, service, and experiences. Capital One is a diversified bank that offers products and services to individuals, small businesses and commercial clients. We use technology, innovation, and interaction to provide consumers with products and services to meet their needs. Through Capital One Entertainment and Capital One Dining we provide our rewards cardholders with access to unforgettable experiences in the areas they’re passionate about, including dining, music, sports and the arts. Learn more atcapitalone.com/entertainment and capitalone.com/dining.

The Ryan Seacrest Foundation (RSF) is a non-profit dedicated to inspiring pediatric patients through entertainment and education focused initiatives. RSF’s main initiative is to build broadcast media centers — Seacrest Studios — within pediatric hospitals for patients to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media. Founded in 2009, RSF currently has Seacrest Studios at hospitals in Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Nashville, Orange County, Orlando, Washington D.C., Memphis, Queens and Salt Lake City. New studios will open in December of this year at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, FL in early 2027 at Manning Family Children’s Hospital in New Orleans, LA. For more information, visit www.ryanseacrestfoundation.org.