Where to watch the Grammys 2026 tonight: can’t miss music’s biggest event

Music’s biggest night arrives tonight as the 68th Grammy Awards kicks off with star-studded performances, shocking surprises, and history-making moments. The February 1 ceremony airs live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on CBS and Paramount+. Here’s everything you need to know right now.

Tune in on CBS or Paramount+ Right Now

The 68th Grammy Awards broadcast begins at 8 p.m. Eastern time tonight. Fans can watch the main telecast on CBS if they have cable or satellite access. The easiest option for cord-cutters is Paramount+ Premium, which offers live streaming to all subscribers. Those with Paramount+ Essential tier will get on-demand access starting tomorrow morning.

If you don’t have either, check if your cable provider offers CBS All Access or streaming services like Hulu with Live TV, YouTube TV, or FuboTV. The red carpet show began at 3:30 p.m. Eastern, so celebrities have already arrived with stunning fashion moments.

Who’s Actually Performing Tonight

Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse with Pharrell, Justin Bieber, and Lady Gaga confirmed performances will happen live. Olivia Dean, Katseye, Bad Bunny, and Lauryn Hill performing a tribute to D’Angelo and Roberta Flack are also scheduled. Reba McEntire teams up with Brandy Clark and Luka Nelson for an unforgettable moment.

The Premiere Ceremony, where most of the 95 awards are decided, happened earlier at 3:30 p.m. Eastern on live.grammy.com and YouTube. Tonight’s main broadcast focuses on major categories, host comedy, and these spectacular live performances that make the Grammys unmissable.

Where to Watch 2026 Grammys Tonight

Kendrick Lamar Leads Nominations Big

Kendrick Lamar dominates this year with the most nominations heading into tonight’s ceremony. Notable absences include Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, who released music outside the eligibility window (which ended August 30, 2025). Taylor released The Life of a Showgirl on October 3, falling just outside the cutoff date.

The Best Album of the Year race has artists competing across pop, hip-hop, R&B, country, and rock categories. Winners tonight will cement legacies in music history. Trevor Noah’s hosting duties promise fresh comedy moments between award announcements and those incredible live performances.

Will This Year’s Grammys Break Records

Music industry watchers expect tonight to deliver surprising wins and memorable performances. The Grammys consistently rank as one of television’s most-watched award shows, and fans are already discussing their predictions. With 95 awards across diverse music genres, there’s something for everyone from pop to classical to jazz categories.

The ceremony traditionally runs approximately three to four hours, so plan accordingly. After it concludes, clips and highlights will flood social media within minutes. Paramount+ will also offer on-demand viewing shortly after broadcast, so you can catch any performances you miss.

“The 2026 Grammys will start today at 5 p.m. PST at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, broadcasting live on the CBS Television Network and streaming live and on demand on Paramount+.”

— Grammy.com, Official Grammy Awards

Sources

• Grammy.com – Official broadcast information and performer lineup details
• CBS News – Channel details and specific time zone information for viewers
• Paramount+ – Streaming availability and subscription plan requirements

Jessica Morrison

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