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The "Grammys" 2026 has rolled out the red carpet for Sabrina Carpenter and Kendrick Lamar. The annual music awards is live on Sunday (Feb 1, and you can watch "Grammys" 2026 online and potentially for free with our music-friendly streaming guide below.
Here's where to watch "Grammys" live streams – from anywhere with a VPN.
The "68th Annual Grammy Awards" air live on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT in Los Angeles.
• U.S. — Paramount+ / CBS via YouTube TV (5-days free) or Fubo
• Canada — Citytv+
• Australia — Stan
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Confirmed performers include Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse with Pharrell Williams, and a medley featuring all eight Best New Artist nominees.
Lady Gaga leads with seven nominations, including all three major categories for her album "Mayhem" and the single "Abracadabra." The ceremony also makes history as Rosé becomes the first K-Pop idol nominated for a "Big Four" award, and Bad Bunny earns the first-ever simultaneous Spanish-language nominations for Album, Record, and Song of the Year.
Yungblood and FKA Twigs have already walked the red carpet, and we're expecting more unusual fashion choices very soon as the build up to the Grammys 2026 continues ahead of CBS' televised awards ceremony itself.
Ready for music's biggest night? Here's how to watch the 2026 Grammy Awards from anywhere.
Can I watch the 2026 GRAMMY Awards for free?
Yes. If you haven't already subscribed to cord-cutting options like YouTube TV (5-day free trial) and Fubo (5 to 7-day free trial available) then now is the perfect time to do so with free trials on offer for the Grammys.
They carry the all-important CBS channel which is broadcasting full coverage of the 2026 GRAMMY Awards in the U.S..
Those outside of the U.S. on work or holiday should use NordVPN to access their free trials.
Watch the 'Grammy Awards' from anywhere
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Watch the Grammy Awards in the U.S.
The 2026 Grammy Awards will be broadcast live on CBS at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Paramount+ Premium streams the ceremony live through your local CBS affiliate feed. This tier starts at $13 per month. Warning: Paramount+ Essential subscribers can't watch live, but they can stream the full ceremony on demand starting February 2.
Fubo provides another live streaming option, including CBS in its channel lineup. The service generally offers a five-day free trial with prices starting at $84.99/month thereafter You can also watch CBS free on YouTube TV (5-day free trial) .
Most of the 94 awards are presented during this pre-show event at 3:30 p.m. ET. You can stream it for free on live.GRAMMY.com or the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your usual US streaming service from anywhere.
Can I watch the Grammy Awards in the U.K.?
Unfortunately, Paramount+ has confirmed to Tom's Guide on Friday that they will not broadcast "Grammys" live streams to U.K. residents. The best you can hope for is an on-demand replay the following day (Monday, February 2).
Currently visiting the U.K.? Use a VPN service like NordVPN to access your Paramount+ or YouTube TV subscription from anywhere.
How to watch Grammy Awards online in Canada
The ceremony will be broadcast live on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Citytv airs the ceremony live on its stations across Canada. Citytv+ streams the awards live when you add the channel to an Amazon Prime Video subscription, which often offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
Paramount+ Canada usually does not stream the ceremony live because of local licensing agreements with Citytv. The show should be available on demand the next day.
You can stream the Premiere Ceremony for free at 3:30 p.m. ET on the Grammy.com and the Recording Academy YouTube channel.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your streaming subscriptions from anywhere.
Watch the Grammy Awards in Australia
The 2026 Grammy Awards will stream exclusively on Stan in Australia, starting at approximately 11 a.m. AEDT on Monday, February 2, 2026.
A standard Stan subscription grants access to the live event and on-demand replay; a Stan Sport subscription isn't required. New subscribers usually get a 30-day free trial.
You can watch the Premiere Ceremony for free at 7:30 a.m. AEDT on live.GRAMMY.com or YouTube. Australian nominees include Amyl and the Sniffers, Tame Impala, and RÜFÜS DU SOL.
Traveling abroad? Use a VPN like NordVPN to access your Stan subscription from anywhere.
Can I watch the Grammys 2026 in India?
Yes, the "Grammys" 2026 will stream on JioHotstar and Star Movies in India on February 2, starting 6:30 AM IST. You'll need a strong cup of to get you through the early start.
Don't forget: US music fans in India can watch the Grammys for free with live TV trials on both YouTube TV and Fubo. Use a good VPN to access these from abroad.
Grammy Awards 2026 — top nominees
- Kendrick Lamar (9 nominations)
- Lady Gaga (7 nominations)
- Jack Antonoff / Cirkut (7 nominations each)
Grammy Awards 2026 — FAQs
What is the Premiere Ceremony?
This pre-telecast event features around 80 of the 94 awards in total. It starts at 3:30 p.m. ET and is freely streamed on live.GRAMMY.com and YouTube, with Darren Criss making his hosting debut.
What time does red carpet coverage start?
Red carpet coverage starts at 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT and is available for free streaming on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy's YouTube channel.
Who is performing at the main ceremony?
Confirmed performances include Sabrina Carpenter, Clipse featuring Pharrell Williams, and a special medley with all eight Best New Artist nominees: Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías.
What are the new categories for 2026?
This year, three new categories are introduced: Best Traditional Country Album, Best Contemporary Country Album, and Best Album Cover.
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