The 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards take place tonight, Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Music’s most prestigious night arrives at a moment of transition for the Recording Academy, as several long-standing traditions reach their conclusion. From a final hosting chapter to changes in category rules and broadcast structure, the 2026 GRAMMYs mark a turning point for the ceremony while celebrating the artists who defined the past year.
Below is a complete guide to everything you need to know ahead of the show.
When and where are the 2026 GRAMMY Awards happening?
The main GRAMMY Awards telecast airs live tonight from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. As in recent years, the event unfolds across two ceremonies. The Premiere Ceremony begins earlier in the day at the Peacock Theater, where most awards are presented, followed by the primetime broadcast featuring the night’s biggest categories and performances.
Who is hosting the 2026 GRAMMY Awards?
Trevor Noah returns as host of the main ceremony for the sixth consecutive year. He previously confirmed that this will be his final time leading the GRAMMYs, closing out his hosting era. The Premiere Ceremony will be hosted by Darren Criss, who oversees the presentation of the majority of the 95 awards.
Who is performing at the 2026 GRAMMYs?
This year’s performance lineup blends pop dominance, legacy acts, and historic firsts. Justin Bieber returns to the GRAMMY stage for the first time in four years, while Bruno Mars performs solo at the ceremony for the first time in several years. ROSÉ makes history as the first solo K-pop artist to perform at the GRAMMY Awards. All nominees for Best New Artist will also take part in a special collaborative medley.
Confirmed performers include:
Addison Rae
Alex Warren
KATSEYE
Leon Thomas
Lola Young
Olivia Dean
Sombr
The Marías
Sabrina Carpenter
Clipse
Pharrell Williams
Justin Bieber
Reba McEntire
Brandy Clark
Luka Nelson
Post Malone
Duff McKagan
Slash
Chad Smith
Andrew Watt
Lauryn Hill
Lady Gaga
ROSÉ
Tyler, The Creator
Bruno Mars
Who are the presenters this year?
The presenter roster reflects the GRAMMYs’ cross-genre reach, spanning music, film, comedy, and culture. Confirmed presenters include Doechii, Harry Styles, Jeff Goldblum, Chappell Roan, Lainey Wilson, Marcello Hernández, Nikki Glaser, Karol G, Q-Tip, Teyana Taylor, Charli XCX, Carole King, and Queen Latifah.
Who are the top nominees at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards?
Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with nine nods, driven largely by his album GNX and the single “Luther.” Lady Gaga follows closely with seven nominations, tying with producers Jack Antonoff and Cirkut. Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, and Leon Thomas each earned six nominations, while SZA, Tyler, The Creator, and Doechii received five apiece.
What category and rule changes were introduced this year?
Several notable updates define the 68th GRAMMY Awards. The Recording Academy split Best Country Album into Best Traditional Country Album and Best Contemporary Country Album. The Best Album Cover category returns as a standalone award for the first time in more than five decades. Packaging categories were consolidated into a single honor, and Best New Artist eligibility was expanded to allow certain previously featured performers to remain eligible.
How can you watch the 2026 GRAMMY Awards live?
The Premiere Ceremony begins at 3:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM PT and streams live on YouTube and live.GRAMMY.com, featuring early awards and performances, including Zara Larsson. The main GRAMMY Awards telecast airs at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on CBS and streams live on Paramount+ for premium subscribers.
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