Last updated: May 3, 2026.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards aired live Sunday, February 1, 2026, from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. CBS broadcast the ceremony from 8 PM ET to 11:30 PM ET, with simulcast streaming on Paramount+ and a digital backstage experience on live.grammy.com. The Recording Academy honored achievements across all 94 categories.
Looking ahead, the 69th Annual Grammy Awards (2027 ceremony) returns to CBS in early 2027. Full broadcast plans, streaming options, and Lifetime Achievement honorees are tracked on our Grammy Awards 2027 Live Stream guide.
Where to Watch 2026 Grammy Replays and Highlights
The full 68th Annual Grammy Awards broadcast is available on demand for Paramount+ subscribers. CBS also posts performance clips, acceptance speeches, and red carpet moments on its official YouTube channel within hours of the live show. The Recording Academy’s grammy.com hosts the full winners list, official photos, and editorial recaps.
Inside the 68th Annual Grammy Awards
The 2026 ceremony spanned 94 categories across pop, rock, R&B, country, rap, jazz, classical, gospel, Latin, dance, and global music fields. Lifetime Achievement Awards honored Cher, Whitney Houston, Paul Simon, Carlos Santana, Chaka Khan, and Fela Kuti, with Trustees Awards going to lyricist Bernie Taupin, pianist Eddie Palmieri, and music executive Sylvia Rhone.
The 2026 show debuted two new categories: Best Album Cover, recognizing art directors across all genres, and Best Traditional Country Album, while Best Country Album was renamed Best Contemporary Country Album. Eligibility covered recordings released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025. Recording Academy members handled both nomination and final voting, the peer-recognized model that distinguishes the Grammys from fan-voted awards.
2027 Grammy Awards Preview
The 69th Annual Grammy Awards air on CBS in early 2027 with simulcast on Paramount+. The ceremony returns to Crypto.com Arena with the same 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT slot. The Recording Academy’s Recording Academy site publishes nomination dates each fall, with eligibility covering recordings released between August 31, 2025, and August 30, 2026.
For full 2027 broadcast information including streaming options, Grammy Week schedule, Lifetime Achievement honorees, and time zone listings, visit our Grammy Awards 2027 Live Stream guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When were the 2026 Grammy Awards held?
Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The ceremony aired live on CBS from 8 PM ET to 11:30 PM ET.
Where can I watch the 2026 Grammy Awards now?
The full ceremony streams on demand for Paramount+ subscribers. CBS posts highlight clips on its YouTube channel, and grammy.com hosts the official winners list and backstage content.
What channel aired the 68th Annual Grammy Awards?
CBS broadcast the ceremony, with a simulcast on Paramount+ Premium and a digital backstage experience on live.grammy.com.
When are the 2027 Grammy Awards?
The 69th Annual Grammy Awards air on CBS in early 2027. Full date, time, and streaming details are on our 2027 guide. The Recording Academy typically announces final dates by late summer.
Were any new categories added in 2026?
Yes. The Recording Academy added Best Album Cover and Best Traditional Country Album, and renamed the existing Best Country Album category to Best Contemporary Country Album.
Who received Lifetime Achievement Awards in 2026?
Cher, Whitney Houston, Paul Simon, Carlos Santana, Chaka Khan, and Fela Kuti. Trustees Awards went to Bernie Taupin, Eddie Palmieri, and Sylvia Rhone.
How many categories does the Grammy Awards cover?
The 2026 show awarded 94 categories spanning pop, rock, R&B, country, rap, jazz, classical, gospel, Latin, dance, and global music genres.