This weekend, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards will return to Los Angeles, bringing with it star power, high-stakes nominations, and unforgettable moments. From chart-topping pop stars to hip-hop veterans
and upcoming musicians, the 2026 Grammys offer a night full of performances and surprises. Fans watching from home can take advantage of several viewing and streaming options to ensure that no moment is missed.
The 68th Grammy Awards will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1. Internationally, the event will air on CBS from 8-11:30 p.m. ET and 5-8:30 p.m. PT.
The Grammys will be streamed live on Paramount+, but exclusively to Premium subscribers. Starting Monday, users on the Essential plan will be able to see the full replay. Indian audiences can watch the show on JioHotstar and Star Movies starting at 6:30 a.m. IST on February 2. The main ceremony will also be streamed live on the Grammys official website.
Grammy 2026 – Trevor Noah To Host His Last Ceremony
Trevor Noah returns as host for the sixth consecutive year, however this will be his final ceremony. Noah has been the Grammys’ consistent face since 2021, mixing comedy with respectful critique. Reportedly, this year, he also acts as an executive producer, increasing the prospect of unique segments and a farewell as he relinquishes hosting duties in 2026.
Grammy 2026 – Who Are The Performers?
According to a press conference held by the organisers on January 26, Grammy winners Harry Styles and Doechii are the only confirmed presenters. Justin Bieber will also be performing after a four-year hiatus. So far, several younger performers have been confirmed to play at the ceremony. This includes Sabrina Carpenter, Katseye, Olivia Dean, Leon Thomas, Addison Rae, Sombr, Lola Young, The Marías and Alex Warren.
Grammy 2026 – New Categories and Nominations
Kendrick Lamar leads the 68th edition with nine nominations, including the major one for Album of the Year. Lady Gaga and producer-artist Jack Antonoff are next, with seven nominations each, followed by Bad Bunny and Sabrina Carpenter. For the first time, a Best Album Cover category will be established. Best Country Album will be divided into two categories: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Contemporary Country Album, while Record of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist will now have 10 nominations instead of five.
