The “68th Annual Grammy Awards” return to Los Angeles on February 1, 2026, marking Trevor Noah’s sixth and final appearance as host. This year’s ceremony carries significant stakes across the major categories, led by Kendrick Lamar’s nine nominations for his album “GNX” and the single “Luther.”
Below, we break down where to watch “The Grammys” 2026 from anywhere with a VPN.
Lady Gaga leads with seven nominations, including all three major categories for her album “Mayhem” and the single “Abracadabra.” The ceremony also makes history as Rosé becomes the first K-Pop idol nominated for a “Big Four” award, and Bad Bunny earns the first-ever simultaneous Spanish-language nominations for Album, Record, and Song of the Year.
Confirmed performers include Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse with Pharrell Williams, and a medley featuring all eight Best New Artist nominees.
The main ceremony airs live on CBS and streams on Paramount+ Premium, with Fubo and YouTube TV offering other live viewing options with free trials.
Here’s how to watch the 2026 Grammy Awards from anywhere, along with details about the free Premiere Ceremony where most awards are presented.
Can I watch the 2026 GRAMMY Awards for free?
Yes. If you haven’t already subscribed to cord-cutting options like YouTube TV (5-day free trial) and Fubo (5 to 7-day free trial available) then now is the perfect time to do so with free trials on offer.
They carry the all-important CBS channel which is broadcasting full coverage of the 2026 GRAMMY Awards in the U.S..
Those outside of the U.S. on work or holiday should use NordVPN to access their free trials.
Watch the ‘Grammy Awards’ from anywhere
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Watch the Grammy Awards in the U.S.
The 2026 Grammy Awards will be broadcast live on CBS at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Paramount+ Premium streams the ceremony live through your local CBS affiliate feed. This tier starts at $13 per month. Paramount+ Essential subscribers can’t watch live, but they can stream the full ceremony on demand starting February 2.
Fubo provides another live streaming option, including CBS in its channel lineup. The service generally offers a seven-day free trial with prices starting at $84.99/month thereafter.
Most of the 94 awards are presented during this pre-show event at 3:30 p.m. ET. You can stream it for free on live.GRAMMY.com or the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your Paramount+ Premium or Fubo subscription from anywhere.
Can I watch the Grammy Awards in the U.K.?
Unfortunately, Paramount+ confirmed to Tom’s Guide that they won’t broadcast the GRAMMYs live to U.K. residents. The best you can hope for is a replay later.
Currently visiting the U.K.? Use a VPN service like NordVPN to access your Paramount+ or YouTube TV subscription from anywhere.
Watch the Grammy Awards in Canada
The ceremony will be broadcast live on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Citytv airs the ceremony live on its stations across Canada. Citytv+ on Prime Video streams the awards live when you add the channel to an Amazon Prime Video subscription, which often offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
Paramount+ Canada usually does not stream the ceremony live because of local licensing agreements with Citytv. The show should be available on demand the next day.
You can stream the Premiere Ceremony for free at 3:30 p.m. ET on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy YouTube channel.
Traveling outside Canada? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your streaming subscriptions from anywhere.
Watch the Grammy Awards in Australia
The 2026 Grammy Awards will stream exclusively on Stan in Australia, starting at approximately 11 a.m. AEDT on Monday, February 2, 2026.
A standard Stan subscription grants access to the live event and on-demand replay; a Stan Sport subscription isn’t required. New subscribers usually get a 30-day free trial.
You can watch the Premiere Ceremony for free at 7:30 a.m. AEDT on live.GRAMMY.com or YouTube. Australian nominees include Amyl and the Sniffers, Tame Impala, and RÜFÜS DU SOL.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your Stan subscription from anywhere.
Grammy Awards 2026 — top nominees
- Kendrick Lamar (9 nominations)
- Lady Gaga (7 nominations)
- Jack Antonoff / Cirkut (7 nominations each)
Grammy Awards 2026 — FAQs
What is the Premiere Ceremony?
This pre-telecast event features around 80 of the 94 awards in total. It starts at 3:30 p.m. ET and is freely streamed on live.GRAMMY.com and YouTube, with Darren Criss making his hosting debut.
What time does red carpet coverage start?
Red carpet coverage starts at 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT and is available for free streaming on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.
Who is performing at the main ceremony?
Confirmed performances include Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse featuring Pharrell Williams, and a special medley with all eight Best New Artist nominees: Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías.
What are the new categories for 2026?
This year, three new categories are introduced: Best Traditional Country Album, Best Contemporary Country Album, and Best Album Cover.
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