Date, Time, and Channel
Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 28, 2026. The BET Awards will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The main broadcast is on the BET channel. For added convenience, the show will be simulcast across a wide array of Paramount-owned
networks, including BET HER, Comedy Central, MTV, VH1, Nickelodeon (at Nick at Nite), and TV Land, making it hard to miss.
Streaming Live Without Cable
If you've cut the cord, you have plenty of options to stream the BET Awards live. Any live TV streaming service that carries the BET channel will give you access. The most affordable option is Philo, which includes BET in its base plan for $25 per month and offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. Other popular services that carry BET include Sling TV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and DIRECTV Stream. Many of these services also offer free trials, so you can sign up to watch the awards and cancel afterward.
The Can't-Miss Performances
This year's lineup is packed with a mix of icons and current chart-toppers. The show, hosted by comedian and media personality Druski, will feature performances from leading nominee Cardi B, Common, Doechii, Don Toliver, Kehlani, Queen Latifah, and T.I. BET also announced a second wave of performers, adding superstars like Nas, Ari Lennox, Baby Keem, RAYE, and the legendary George Clinton to the stage. The night will also feature special honors for music royalty, with Lauryn Hill receiving the Living Legend Icon Award, Teyana Taylor named Icon of the Year, and executive Sylvia Rhone accepting the Ultimate Icon Award.
Using the BET App and Website
If you have a cable subscription or a login to a live TV streaming service, you can also watch the ceremony through the BET Now app or on BET.com. Simply sign in with your TV provider credentials to unlock the live stream. It's a great option if you're away from your television but still want to tune in from a phone, tablet, or computer. However, be aware that a standalone Paramount+ subscription will not grant you access to the live BET channel or the awards broadcast; it only hosts a library of past BET shows.
Get the Full Experience
The main show is just one part of the celebration. The festivities kick off before the first award is handed out with the red carpet pre-show, a must-see for fashion and celebrity interviews. The entire multi-day event, known as BETX, includes panels, fan experiences, and even a celebrity basketball game in the days leading up to the main event. To stay on top of all the breaking moments, behind-the-scenes clips, and viral highlights as they happen, follow the official @BET accounts on social media and the hashtag #BETAwards.
