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The 2026 Grammy Awards are nearly upon us, and avid music enthusiasts worldwide are preparing for an evening filled with unforgettable acts, collaborative surprises, and the industry’s most prominent accolades. This year’s event showcases some of the year’s most acclaimed musicians — from Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Bad Bunny dominating the nominations to a robust performance roster featuring Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, Pharrell Williams, and all eight nominees for Best New Artist such as Addison Rae and Leon Thomas.
Whether you’re a casual music enjoyer or a dedicated aficionado, you won’t want to skip any part of the spectacle. Fortunately, there are various avenues to observe the Grammys in real-time, even if you’re mobile or lack access to conventional television. Ranging from sanctioned livestream alternatives to platforms broadcasting the show, here’s your comprehensive manual to catching the 2026 Grammy Awards regardless of your location.
When Will the 2026 Grammy Awards Be Held?
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, being broadcasted live from the Crypto.com Arena in the City of Angels. The main broadcast commences at 8 p.m. Eastern Time / 5 p.m. Pacific Time on the CBS network, with Trevor Noah reprising his role as the master of ceremonies for what is projected as his concluding year in that capacity.
Noah’s time as the host has garnered commendation from the Recording Academy, with CEO Harvey Mason Jr. underscoring his influence on the event’s atmosphere and progression. Mason Jr. communicated to USA TODAY that Noah “has been the quintessential host” and credited him as a “significant contributor to the show’s current state.”
He continued, “He exhibits humor, intelligence, respectfulness, a wellspring of optimism, and a profound affection for music. His passion for music shines through. He refrains from disparaging remarks at the community’s expense, avoiding any awkwardness. There’s already ample of that circulating.”
How Can View the Grammys This Year?
You can view the 2026 Grammy Awards live on CBS this year on Sunday, February 1, starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. Aside from traditional television, the program will be accessible for both live streaming and on-demand viewing through Paramount+.
Is it Possible to Livestream the 2026 Grammys?
Indeed! Within the U.S., the 2026 Grammys can be viewed via live stream through Paramount+ (available live for Paramount+ Premium subscribers during the event and for on-demand viewing thereafter). The Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony — where a multitude of awards are presented preceding the main event — will be streamed live earlier in the day at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time / 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time on live.GRAMMY.com and on the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.