The BBC has confirmed that the yuletide special will be making a return in December and will see six couples battle it out under the glitter ball to be crowned the champion.
The dancing duos will each perform a brand new festive-themed routine, as well as taking part in opening and closing group numbers.
The contestants and their professional partners will be confirmed in due course.
Just last year, four celebrities returned to the dance floor for one night only as part of a group dance for the Blackpool special.
Radio Times understands that the Strictly team were inspired to make this year's show a returning celebs special by the response to last year's 'alumni' dance in Blackpool.
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The pair finished in ninth place on the judges' leaderboard during Saturday's show, with a total score of 26 points.
Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday 7 November at 6:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer.
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