All the DWTS Season 35 Themes Unveiled – From Mariah Carey Night to Yacht Rock

Fans of the ballroom showdown finally get a reason to gush: ABC just dropped the entire theme schedule for Season 35 of Dancing With the Stars. After a two‑night launch that set the stage with chart‑topping hits from each contestant’s birth year, the network is letting everyone in on what’s coming next.

The reveal came courtesy of Season 34 alumnus Andy Richter, who slipped the list into the “Official DWTS Podcast” on Friday, September 18. He sounded half‑excited, half‑mischievous – the kind of vibe you expect when a secret finally sees the light of day.

The premiere itself was a bit of a roller‑coaster. On Tuesday, the male celebs hit the floor to Billboard No. 1 tracks from the year they were born, while Wednesday’s female lineup did the same. Unfortunately for Conner Leavitt and his new partner Adele Zaikman, their dance didn’t survive the first round, and they bowed out early.

Joining the roster are a familiar mix of reality stars, athletes and actors: Ciara Miller, Maura Higgins, Jackson Olson, Guillermo Rodriguez, Tyler Cameron and Jenna Dewan, plus a few surprise names that will probably keep the gossip mills humming.

Here’s the week‑by‑week breakdown that everyone’s already talking about:

Week 2 – Viral Hits
Week 3 – Yacht Rock
Week 4 – Mariah Carey Night
Week 5 – To Be Announced
Week 6 – Dedication Night
Week 7 – Horror Movie Night
Week 8 – Disney Night
Week 9 – Grammy Night
Week 10 – Semi‑Finals
Week 11 – Finale

That’s a lot of musical eras and pop‑culture moments packed into a single season, and it promises plenty of surprise twists. Whether you’re rooting for the seasoned pro‑dance pairs or the fresh‑face newbies, the theme lineup should keep the ballroom buzzing right up to the grand finale.

So keep those dancing shoes polished and your playlists ready – Season 35 is shaping up to be one of the most eclectic and entertaining chapters in DWTS history.