How to Attend a TV Show Taping in New York?

Want to catch a TV show being recorded while you’re on vacation in New York? It’s possible—but you’ll need to plan ahead. Our list, updated in August 2024, covers the 8 TV shows currently recorded in front of a live audience in New York. Good luck, and enjoy the show!

1/ The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

• The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon is by far the most popular late-night talk show in the United States. Broadcast every weeknight on NBC for over 60 years, it blends celebrity interviews with comedy sketches and musical performances. Host Jimmy Fallon is one of America’s biggest stars and has been running the show since 2014.
• The Tonight Show is a classic American talk show format. Fallon sits at his desk, chats with celebrity guests, and the goal is simple: make people laugh. The show is recorded at NBC’s studios in Rockefeller Center, in Midtown.
• To attend The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, you can reserve free tickets on the 1iota website. Apply as far in advance as possible and watch for when registration opens—spots fill quickly. Keep in mind that registering doesn’t guarantee you’ll get tickets. You’ll need patience and luck to snag a seat for this highly popular show.
• If selected, you must be at least 16 years old to attend. You’ll need to bring a valid ID to get in.

2/ Late Night with Seth Meyers

• Late Night with Seth Meyers airs every weeknight on NBC, right after The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. It’s another major fixture of American late-night television. Seth Meyers is a star in his own right in the US.
• Like Fallon, Meyers interviews celebrities and performs comedy sketches. The show launched in 2014 and has become hugely successful. Recording takes place at NBC’s studios in Rockefeller Center and lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes.
• To get tickets for Late Night with Seth Meyers, go to the 1iota website to request free tickets. Watch for when registration opens to secure a spot. If no tickets are available, you can join the standby list and hope for a cancellation.
• You must be at least 16 years old to attend. Bring a valid ID—it’s required to enter.

3/ The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

• The Late Show is one of CBS’s flagship programs and The Tonight Show’s main rival. Hosted by comedian Stephen Colbert every weeknight since 2015, it took over when David Letterman retired from his legendary Late Show.
• The Late Show features guests from music, film, politics, business and beyond. It’s recorded at the Ed Sullivan Theater, a historic New York venue on Broadway between 53rd and 54th streets, near Times Square.
• To attend The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, register as early as possible on the 1iota website for free tickets. If all spots are taken, you can join the standby list.
• Recording lasts between 1 hour 15 minutes and 2 hours, and you cannot leave before it ends. You must be at least 18 years old to attend. Teens aged 16–18 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a valid ID.

4/ The Daily Show with Jon Stewart

• Created in 1996, The Daily Show airs Monday through Thursday on Comedy Central. It’s a smaller draw than the other shows but packs a punch thanks to host Jon Stewart‘s sharp wit. The show’s team of correspondents is famously called the “Best F**king News Team.”
• The show is recorded at NEP Studio 54, located in Hell’s Kitchen at 513 West 54th Street, between 10th and 11th avenues. It’s near the SpyScape museum, dedicated to espionage.
• To attend The Daily Show, get free tickets by registering on the show’s page on the 1iota website. Book well in advance—the show often fills up months ahead.
• You must be at least 18 years old and bring a valid ID. Recording can last between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours.

5/ The Drew Barrymore Show

• The Drew Barrymore Show is a one-hour morning program that airs at 9 am on WCBS New York. Created in 2020 by actress Drew Barrymore, known for films like Scream and Charlie’s Angels, she also appeared in Steven Spielberg’s E.T. as a child in 1982.
• This morning talk show features celebrity guests and upbeat energy. It’s recorded at CBS’s studios in Hell’s Kitchen at 524 West 57th Street, between 10th and 11th avenues.
• To attend The Drew Barrymore Show, register on the 1iota website as far ahead as you can. This show is fairly accessible if you sign up about a month in advance.

6/ The View with Whoopi Goldberg

• The View airs every weekday morning on ABC. The show is hosted by a panel of commentators led by the vibrant Whoopi Goldberg, star of Ghost and Sister Act.
• The View covers current events and hot topics for an hour. It’s recorded at ABC’s studios on the Upper West Side at 57 West 66th Street, between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue.
• To attend The View, register as early as possible on the 1iota website. It’s free. This show is in high demand, so watch closely for when registration opens.
• The network accepts viewers aged 16 and up. Note: the network distributes more tickets than there are seats in the studio. If you get free tickets, arrive early to ensure you can get in.

7/ The Kelly Clarkson Show

• The Kelly Clarkson Show is a competitor to The View. Since its debut in 2019, it airs mornings on NBC. Hosted by Kelly Clarkson, the show focuses on entertainment and variety, though it also welcomes political figures—Hillary Clinton appeared in 2024, for example.
• From 2019 to 2023, the show was recorded in Los Angeles. It has since moved to New York and is now recorded at NBC’s historic studios in Rockefeller Center.
• To attend The Kelly Clarkson Show, you must get free tickets through the 1iota website. Good news: this show is less well-known, so it’s easier to get tickets if you apply several weeks ahead.
• You must be at least 18 years old to attend. ID checks are performed at the door and every guest must present a valid ID.

8/ Live with Kelly and Mark

• This morning show is a family affair! Live with Kelly and Mark airs on WABC-TV New York and is hosted by Mark Consuelos and Kelly Ripa, a couple both on screen and in real life.
• The show is recorded at WABC’s studios on the Upper West Side at 7 Lincoln Square, at the corner of Columbus Avenue and 67th Street.
• To attend Live with Kelly and Mark, go to the show’s page on the 1iota website. You have a good chance of getting free tickets—this show is more local and less sought after by the broader American audience. It’s still a great opportunity to watch a live TV recording in New York.
• Tip: anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and children under 10 are not permitted.