The 2026-2027 awards season is heating up.
From acclaimed films and must-watch TV to the year’s biggest music releases, the best in entertainment are ready to take center stage. With so many events on the horizon, there are plenty of important dates to keep track of.
That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to the 2026-2027 Awards Season! So that you never have to worry about missing your favorite show or movie getting the recognition it deserves.
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2026-27 Awards Show Calendar
Now for a look at the upcoming ceremonies to add to your calendar. From the Critics’ Choice Awards and the Actors Awards (formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards) to the American Music Awards and beyond, we’ve got all the insights you need to win this awards season.
Please note: this post will be updated as new information is released about the 2026-27 iterations of the listed award shows. Information is subject to change.
78th Primetime Emmy Awards
The Primetime Emmy Awards are an annual celebration of the best TV programming, voted on by members of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
- Date: Monday, September 14, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: June 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: NBC, Peacock
- Host: Mariska Hargitay
- Nomination Announcement Date: July 8, 2026
- Top Nominee: The Pitt (25 nominations)
Related: 20 Emmy-Nominated Shows to Watch on DIRECTV Before the 2026 Emmy Awards
MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
The MTV VMAs celebrate the best music videos and performances of the year. The majority of winners are chosen based on fan voting, but there are a few awards determined by a panel of industry professionals put together by MTV.
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2025
- Where to Watch: CBS, MTV, Paramount+
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: VMAs Guide
2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards
The Billboard Latin Music Awards celebrate the year’s biggest Latin music artists, songs and albums, honoring top performers based on their success on Billboard’s charts.
- Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
- Eligibility Period: October 22, 2025 – October 22, 2026
- Where to Watch: Telemundo, Peacock
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
53rd Daytime Emmy Awards
The Daytime Emmy Awards honor the best in daytime television, recognizing standout programs and performances from the past year.
- Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2025
- Where to Watch: TBA
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: July 14, 2026
- Top Nominee: The Young and the Restless (18 nominations)
27th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards
The Latin GRAMMY Awards celebrate the best in Latin music, honoring standout artists, songs and albums from the past year.
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Eligibility Period: June 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: Univision
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: September 16, 2026
Related: 2025 Latin GRAMMY Awards Guide
60th Annual CMA Awards
The CMA Awards spotlight excellence in country music, including artists, songwriters, producers and broadcasters.
- Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
- Where to Watch: ABC, next day on Hulu
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: CMA Awards Guide
32nd Annual Critics’ Choice Awards
Annual award ceremony to honor the finest American and Canadian cinematic achievements, presented by the Critics Choice Association.
- Date: Sunday, January 3, 2027 at 7 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: E!, USA Network
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: December 4, 2026
Related: Critic’s Choice Awards Guide
84th Annual Golden Globe Awards
The Golden Globes is an annual show honoring American and international film and television, with winners being decided by the members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association.
- Date: Sunday, January 10, 2027 at 8 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: CBS, Paramount+, Hulu + Live TV
- Host: Nikki Glaser
- Nomination Announcement Date: December 7, 2026
Related: Golden Globe Guide
69th Annual Grammy Awards
The Grammys honor musical excellence, with winners chosen by members of the Recording Academy.
- Date: Sunday, February 7, 2027
- Eligibility Period: August 31, 2025 – August 28, 2026
- Where to Watch: ABC, Disney+, Hulu
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: November 16, 2026
Related: Grammy Awards Guide
80th BAFTA Film Awards
The BAFTAs celebrate achievements in British and international film, with winners selected by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
- Date: Sunday, February 21, 2027
- Eligibility Period: January 1, 2026 – February 19, 2027
- Where to Watch: E!, Hulu + Live TV
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: January 19, 2027
58th NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate excellence in entertainment and culture, honoring standout achievements by people of color across film, television, music and literature.
- Date: Saturday, February 27, 2027
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: BET
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: NAACP Image Awards Guide
33rd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA
The SAG Awards (now known as the Actors Awards by SAG-AFTRA) annually celebrate the most outstanding film and TV performances of the year, voted on by members of the Screen Actors Guild.
- Date: Sunday, February 28, 2027
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: Netflix
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: January 6, 2027
Related: Actor Awards (SAG Awards) Guide
99th Academy Awards (The Oscars)
The Oscars celebrate the best in filmmaking, with winners chosen by members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
- Date: Sunday, March 14, 2027 at 7 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026, subject to category-specific Academy rules
- Where to Watch: ABC, Hulu
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: January 21, 2027
- Shortlist Announcement: December 15, 2026
Related: 2026 Oscars Guide
2027 iHeartRadio Music Awards
The iHeartRadio Music Awards celebrate the artists and songs fans loved most, bringing together chart-topping stars, live performances and fan-voted honors.
- Date: TBA
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: FOX, iHeartRadio
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
62nd Academy of Country Music Awards
The Academy of Country Music Awards honor the best in country music from the prior year.
- Date: Sunday, May 16, 2027 at 8 p.m. ET
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: TBA
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: ACM Awards Guide
53rd American Music Awards
The American Music Awards spotlights all the best artists from the year, from chart-topping favorites to breakout stars, along with special honors like the Icon Award.
- Date: TBA
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: TBA
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: 2026 American Music Awards Guide
80th Annual Tony Awards
The Tony Awards celebrate the best of Broadway, honoring standout shows, performances and talent from the theater season.
- Date: June 2027
- Eligibility Period: 2026–27 Broadway season
- Where to Watch: TBA
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: 2026 Tony Awards Guide
BET Awards 2027
The BET Awards celebrate Black excellence and culture, honoring standout achievements across music, film, television and sports.
- Date: Sunday, June 27, 2027
- Eligibility Period: January 1 – December 31, 2026
- Where to Watch: BET
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: 2026 BET Awards Guide
2027 ESPY Awards
The ESPY Awards bring the sports world together to celebrate the year’s biggest athletes, unforgettable performances and standout moments on and off the field.
- Date: July 2027
- Eligibility Period: TBA
- Where to Watch: TBA
- Host: TBA
- Nomination Announcement Date: TBA
Related: ESPY Awards Guide
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