Recording Academy’s Producers & Engineers Wing Marks 25 Years at GRAMMYs 2026
The 2026 GRAMMY Awards are set to take place on February 1 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Celebrating the top achievements in music, this year’s event promises dynamic performances and new categories.
Event Details for the 2026 GRAMMYs
The awards ceremony will broadcast live from 8 PM to 11:30 PM ET (5 PM to 8:30 PM PT). Fans can watch the event on CBS and stream it on Paramount+. Paramount+ Premium subscribers can access live coverage, while Essential plan users will have on-demand access the following day.
Accessing Exclusive Content
For a deeper engagement with the GRAMMYs, visit live.GRAMMY.com. The site will provide:
- Exclusive videos of performances and acceptance speeches.
- Live updates during the awards ceremony.
- The “GRAMMY Live From The Red Carpet” special.
- Highlights of backstage moments and red carpet fashion.
Premiere Ceremony
The Premiere Ceremony will unfold at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on February 1 at 12:30 PM PT (3:30 PM ET). This segment, streamed live, is where most of the awards will be presented, ensuring an engaging lead-up to the main event.
New Category Additions at the 2026 GRAMMYs
This year marks a significant update with the introduction of two new categories, enhancing diversity within the awards. The Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover categories aim to reflect the evolving landscape of music.
Category Changes Overview
The following updates will be implemented for the 2026 GRAMMYs:
- Expansion of Best New Artist eligibility.
- Renaming of Best Country Album to Best Contemporary Country Album.
- Inclusion of composers and lyricists in classical categories.
- Combination of Best Recording Package and Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package into Best Recording Package.
- New physical product eligibility criteria for several categories.
Key Dates for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards
Important dates throughout the 2026 GRAMMY Awards season include:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug. 31, 2024 – Aug. 30, 2025 | Product Eligibility Period |
| July 7, 2025 – Aug. 22, 2025 | Media Company Registration Period |
| July 16, 2025 – Aug. 29, 2025 | Online Entry Period |
| Oct. 3, 2025 – Oct. 15, 2025 | First Round Voting |
| Nov. 7, 2025 | Nominees Announced |
| Dec. 12, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026 | Final Round Voting |
| Feb. 1, 2026 | 2026 GRAMMY Awards |
As the GRAMMYs approach, fans can look forward to a night filled with celebration and recognition of the best in the music industry.
