Groundhog Day–the actual event with Punxsutawney Phil–is on TV and streaming live early the morning of February 2, 2026, with coverage starting around 6 a.m. Eastern and the key moment happening around sunrise (about 7:07 a.m.).

When will Groundhog Day be on TV?

Groundhog Day (the event, not the movie) is being carried live on several outlets in 2026:

  • Punxsutawney Phil ceremony (Pennsylvania)
    • Date: Monday, February 2, 2026.
* Live coverage/stream:
  * PCN (Pennsylvania Cable Network) with free coverage via PCN Select starting at 6 a.m.

  * CBS Philadelphia streaming a live broadcast of the ceremony on February 2.

* Main moment: Phil comes out of his burrow and makes the prediction around sunrise, about 7:07 a.m. Eastern.
  • Staten Island Chuck ceremony (New York)
    • Also on the morning of February 2, 2026.
* FOX 5 NY will stream live coverage; you can watch via their site, their app (FOX LOCAL), or their YouTube stream on smart TV or phone.

These broadcasts are typically simulcast both on local TV affiliates and online streams, so if you’re in the U.S., you can usually find the Groundhog Day festivities:

  • On regional channels like PCN in Pennsylvania.
  • On local FOX or CBS stations (e.g., FOX 5 NY, CBS Philadelphia), often also embedded on their websites or apps.

If you’re searching in your own listings, look for live local morning news around 6–8 a.m. on February 2, 2026—many stations cut in when Phil appears.

Quick FAQ

  • Is it always on February 2?
    Yes. Groundhog Day is always held on February 2; in 2026 it falls on a Monday.
  • What time do festivities begin?
    Events at Gobbler’s Knob start as early as 3 a.m., but TV/online coverage for most viewers starts around 6 a.m., with Phil emerging around 7:07 a.m.

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