when do the grammys start
The 2026 Grammy Awards are set to kick off today, Sunday, February 1, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. With the clock ticking toward showtime on this final day of January 2026, music fans everywhere are buzzing about the night's big moments.
Main Ceremony Start Time
The live telecast begins at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT , running through 11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT on CBS and Paramount+. This slots perfectly into the Recording Academy's tradition of early February Sundays for maximum viewership.
Expect a high-energy night celebrating 2025's top releases, from pop anthems to genre-bending tracks. Confirmed performers include rising stars like Doechii alongside heavyweights such as Harry Styles, who’s also presenting—setting the stage for surprises galore.
Premiere Ceremony Details
- Kicks off earlier at 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT at the nearby Peacock Theater.
- Streams free on live.GRAMMY.com and the Academy's YouTube channel.
- Hands out most of the 68th Grammys' awards (over 90 categories) before the main event.
This pre-show keeps the energy building, awarding niche wins like Best Video Game Score while spotlighting newcomers.
How to Tune In
Platform| Availability| Time Window
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CBS| Live TV broadcast| 8-11:30 p.m. ET 1
Paramount+| Live stream + on-demand| 5-8:30 p.m. PT 1
GRAMMY.com/YouTube| Premiere only| 3:30 p.m. ET start 1
No host announced yet, but fresh categories like Best Traditional Country Album add intrigue amid talks of evolving rules for eligibility (covering Sept. 2024-Aug. 2025 releases).
Why It Matters Now
As of January 31, 2026, last-minute hype is peaking—nominations dropped November 2025, fueling debates on snubs and frontrunners. Picture the electric atmosphere: A-list arrivals, viral performances, and history in the making at LA's iconic venue, a Grammy staple since 2000.
"The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will air at 8:00 p.m. ET/5 p.m. [from Crypto.com Arena]."
Whether you're streaming from the East Coast or catching the premiere West Coast early, it's primed to be a milestone night blending tradition with 2026's fresh sounds. TL;DR: Main Grammys start 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT today (Feb 1); premiere at 3:30 p.m. ET. Watch on CBS/Paramount+.
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