when does the oscars ceremony start
The Oscars ceremony starts at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (4 p.m. Pacific Time) on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Quick Scoop
- Official start time (US): 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT on ABC, also streaming on Hulu in the U.S.
- Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026.
- Red carpet (US, main broadcast): The official Oscars red carpet show begins around 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT.
- Earlier red carpet coverage: E! starts with pre-pre-show coverage in the afternoon (for 2026, E! programming starts as early as 2/1c, with a bigger red carpet block from 4/3c).
- UK time: The ceremony starts at 23:00 GMT on ITV, with red carpet coverage from 22:15 GMT.
Fast reference (time zones)
| Region | Ceremony start time | Red carpet start (approx.) | Channel / platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Eastern | 7:00 p.m. ET | 6:30 p.m. ET (official), earlier on E! | ABC, Hulu |
| US Pacific | 4:00 p.m. PT | 3:30 p.m. PT (official), earlier on E! | ABC, Hulu |
| UK (GMT) | 23:00 GMT | 22:15 GMT | ITV |
If you just want to catch the awards themselves, tune in right at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT; if you love fashion and arrivals, hop in at least 30–60 minutes earlier for the red carpet.
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