Los Angeles, 1 February 2026 – The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are set to take place this Sunday, promising a spectacular celebration of music unlike last year’s event. In 2025, the Grammys had a special reconstruction to honour those affected by the devastating fire at the previous ceremony. This year, however, the spotlight returns firmly to music and the artists themselves, signalling a renewed focus on creativity, talent, and performance.
The ceremony will feature some of the world’s leading music stars, including Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Jack Antonoff, Sabrina Carpenter, and many more. Renowned comedian Trevor Noah will host for the sixth time, marking what is expected to be his final appearance as Grammys host.
The main ceremony will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and broadcast live on CBS at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Viewers will also be able to watch via streaming platforms such as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV. Paramount+ subscribers on the Premium plan can enjoy the live stream, while Essential plan users will have access to on-demand coverage the following day.
Ahead of the main event, the Premiere Ceremony will take place at 3:30 p.m. Eastern (12:30 p.m. Pacific) at Peacock Theater, Los Angeles. The ceremony will be streamed on the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel and live.GRAMMY.com. The Associated Press will provide a four-hour Red Carpet Show, featuring exclusive interviews and fashion highlights.
Leading Nominees of 2026
| Artist/Producer | Number of Nominations |
|---|---|
| Kendrick Lamar | 9 |
| Lady Gaga | 7 |
| Jack Antonoff | 7 |
| Cirkut | 7 |
| Sabrina Carpenter | 6 |
| Bad Bunny | 6 |
| Leon Thomas | 6 |
| Șerban Ghenea | 6 |
| Andrew Watt | 5 |
| CLIPS | 5 |
| Doja | 5 |
| Saunwave | 5 |
| SZA | 5 |
| Turnstile | 5 |
| Tyler, The Creator | 5 |
Hosts and Presenters
The ceremony will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters including Doja, Harry Styles, Carole King, Charli XCX, Jeff Goldblum, Queen Latifah, Nikki Glaser, Carol G, and Lainie Wilson. Performers and co-presenters include Justin Bieber, CLIPS, Pharrell Williams, Sabrina Carpenter, Bruno Mars, Rosé, Tyler, Lady Gaga, alongside eight emerging artists: Leon Thomas, Olivia Dean, Katseye, The Marías, Addison Rae, Sombr, Alex Warren, and Lola Young.
In Memoriam and Tributes
The event will pay homage to music legends with performances by Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, Lucas Nelson, and Lauryn Hill. Tributes will honour D’Angelo, Roberta Flack, and others, with additional acknowledgements from Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, and Slash.
The Grammy Awards remain far more than a ceremony; they are a convergence of the music world’s brightest talent, celebrating achievements and inspiring future generations. This year’s edition is poised to be a memorable chapter in music history, highlighting both artistic brilliance and the enduring power of performance.