2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards: How to Watch, Nominees & More

Latin music’s biggest stars are going head-to-head at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards.

From global superstars like Bad Bunny and KAROL G to regional Mexican favorites like Peso Pluma and Fuerza Regida, this year’s ceremony will celebrate the artists, albums and songs that have dominated the Latin music charts this year.

The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will air live on Telemundo on Thursday, October 22, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Fans can also watch the ceremony on Universo or stream it live on Peacock and the Telemundo app.

Here’s everything you need to know about when and where to watch, who’s performing and which artists are competing for the night’s biggest honors.

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When Are the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards?

The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will take place on Thursday, October 22, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, live from the James L. Knight Center in Miami, Florida.

The event begins with blue carpet coverage at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, giving fans a chance to see their favorite stars before the awards ceremony begins.

The ceremony also marks the grand finale of Billboard Latin Music Week, a celebration of Latin music featuring artist conversations, performances and industry events in Miami.

¿Cuándo son los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026?

Los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026 se celebrarán el jueves 22 de octubre a las 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, en vivo desde el James L. Knight Center en Miami, Florida.

La celebración comenzará con la cobertura de la alfombra azul a las 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, donde los fans podrán ver a sus estrellas favoritas de la música latina antes de que comience la ceremonia de premiación.

La ceremonia también marcará el gran cierre de la Semana de la Música Latina de Billboard, una celebración que reúne a artistas y profesionales de la industria musical en Miami para entrevistas, presentaciones en vivo y eventos especiales.

How to Watch the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards

Fans can watch the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards live on Telemundo beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Thursday, October 22.

The awards show will also stream live on Peacock and be available on Universo and the Telemundo app.

DIRECTV customers with a package that includes Telemundo can tune in to watch the ceremony live, from the opening performances to the announcement of the night’s biggest winners.

Cómo ver los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026

Los fans podrán ver los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026 en vivo por Telemundo el jueves 22 de octubre a partir de las 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.

La ceremonia también se transmitirá en vivo por Peacock y estará disponible a través de Universo y la aplicación de Telemundo.

Los clientes de DIRECTV que tengan un paquete que incluya Telemundo podrán disfrutar de la ceremonia en vivo, desde las primeras actuaciones musicales hasta el anuncio de los grandes ganadores de la noche.

Who Is Hosting the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards?

Carmen Villalobos and Javier Poza will host the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards.

Villalobos, a Colombian actress and television personality, is known for her roles in popular Spanish-language television series and her work as a presenter. Poza, a veteran Mexican television and radio host, has spent decades covering the entertainment industry and interviewing some of its biggest stars.

¿Quiénes conducirán los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026?

Carmen Villalobos y Javier Poza serán los presentadores de los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026.

Villalobos, actriz y personalidad de la televisión colombiana, es conocida por sus papeles en populares series de televisión en español y por su trabajo como presentadora. Por su parte, Poza, reconocido conductor mexicano de televisión y radio, lleva décadas cubriendo el mundo del espectáculo y entrevistando a algunas de sus estrellas más destacadas.

Who Is Performing at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards?

The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will feature a mix of established Latin music icons and rising stars, with performances spanning reggaeton, regional Mexican music, salsa, pop and more.

The announced performers include:

• Carlos Rivera
• Cristian Castro
• Elvis Crespo
• Erick Brian
• Fuerza Regida
• Ha*Ash
• Ivy Queen
• Jessi Uribe
• Kapo
• La Nueva Ola de la Cumbia
• Manuel Turizo
• Melymel
• Nanpa Básico
• Nella
• Ozuna
• Pablo Alborán
• Paola Jara
• Pututi & Nesty
• RIZA
• SANTOS BRAVOS
• Tito Double P
• Víctor Manuelle
• Wisin
• Xavi
• Yahritza y Su Esencia

Fans can look forward to several special collaborations, including Cristian Castro performing alongside Ha*Ash and Fuerza Regida performing with Chuyin.

The ceremony will also feature world-premiere performances from Víctor Manuelle and Elvis Crespo, RIZA and Pablo Alborán, and Manuel Turizo. Meanwhile, SANTOS BRAVOS will make their stage debut, and Erick Brian, Pututi and Nesty will bring the first reparto performances in the show’s history.

A special tribute to legendary Mexican singer-songwriter Juan Gabriel will feature Carlos Rivera, Jessi Uribe, Pablo Alborán, Paola Jara and Yahritza y Su Esencia, commemorating the 10th anniversary of his death.

2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Nominations

Some of the biggest names in Latin music are competing for top honors at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards.

Peso Pluma leads this year’s finalists with 17 mentions, followed by Tito Double P with 15 and Fuerza Regida with 12. KAROL G leads among female artists with nine mentions, while Prince Royce earned eight, Bad Bunny received seven and Rosalía secured six.

Unlike awards decided primarily through fan voting, the Billboard Latin Music Awards recognize artists based on their performance on Billboard’s music charts, including streaming, sales and radio airplay.

Here’s a look at the finalists in some of the night’s biggest categories.

Artist of the Year

• Bad Bunny
• Fuerza Regida
• KAROL G
• Peso Pluma
• Tito Double P

Artist of the Year, New

• El De Las R’s
• Emmanuel Cortes
• Gael Valenzuela
• Herencia de Grandes
• Omar Courtz

Tour of the Year

• Bad Bunny
• KAROL G
• Pitbull
• Ricardo Arjona
• Shakira

Global 200 Latin Artist of the Year

• Bad Bunny
• Beéle
• Fuerza Regida
• KAROL G
• Shakira

Global 200 Latin Song of the Year

• El Bogueto, Fuerza Regida, Anuel AA & Yung Beef – “Cuando No Era Cantante (Remix)”
• Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo”
• Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – “daño”
• Rosalía & Yahritza y Su Esencia – “La Perla”
• W Sound, Beéle & Ovy On The Drums – “La Plena (W Sound 05)”

Hot Latin Song of the Year

• Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo”
• Herencia de Grandes – “Ya Borracho”
• Los Dos De Tamaulipas – “Ayúdame”
• Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – “daño”
• Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – “dopamina”

Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Male

• Bad Bunny
• Junior H
• Omar Courtz
• Peso Pluma
• Tito Double P

Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Female

• Kali Uchis
• KAROL G
• RaiNao
• Rosalía
• Shakira

Hot Latin Songs Artist of the Year, Duo or Group

• Fuerza Regida
• Grupo Frontera
• Herencia de Grandes
• Hermanos Espinoza
• Los Dos De Tamaulipas

Top Latin Album of the Year

• Beéle – BORONDO
• Clave Especial – MIJA NO TE ASUSTES
• Omar Courtz – Por Si Mañana No Estoy
• Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – DINASTÍA
• Rosalía – LUX

Top Latin Albums Artist of the Year, Male

• Bad Bunny
• Junior H
• Peso Pluma
• Rauw Alejandro
• Tito Double P

Top Latin Albums Artist of the Year, Female

• Becky G
• Kali Uchis
• KAROL G
• Rosalía
• Young Miko

Latin Pop Artist of the Year, Solo

• Danny Ocean
• Kali Uchis
• Kapo
• Rosalía
• Shakira

Latin Pop Song of the Year

• Alejandro Sanz & Carín León – “El Vino de Tu Boca”
• KAROL G & Marco Antonio Solís – “Coleccionando Heridas”
• Maluma – “BRONCEADOR”
• Rauw Alejandro – “Besito en La Frente”
• Shakira & Beéle – “ALGO TÚ”

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year, Solo

• Dareyes de La Sierra
• Junior H
• Neton Vega
• Peso Pluma
• Tito Double P

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year, Duo or Group

• Clave Especial
• Fuerza Regida
• Grupo Frontera
• Herencia de Grandes
• Los Dos De Tamaulipas

Regional Mexican Song of the Year

• Emmanuel Cortes – “Amor”
• Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo”
• Herencia de Grandes – “Ya Borracho”
• Peso Pluma & Tito Double P – “daño”
• Xavi & Grupo Frontera – “No Capea”

Tropical Artist of the Year, Solo

• Carlos Vives
• Jerry Rivera
• Marc Anthony
• Prince Royce
• Romeo Santos

Tropical Song of the Year

• Daddy Yankee – “Sonríele”
• Marc Anthony & Wisin – “Que Me Quiera Má”
• Prince Royce – “I Want It That Way”
• Romeo Santos & Prince Royce – “Dardos”
• Romeo Santos & Prince Royce – “Lokita Por Mí”

Latin Rhythm Artist of the Year, Solo

• Bad Bunny
• KAROL G
• Omar Courtz
• Ozuna
• Rauw Alejandro

Latin Rhythm Song of the Year

• Bizarrap & Daddy Yankee – “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 0/66”
• Feid – “Se Lo Juro Mor”
• J Balvin & Jay Wheeler – “Si Te Vas”
• Ryan Castro, Kapo & Gangsta – “LA VILLA”
• W Sound, Myke Towers & Ovy On The Drums – “5 Estrellas (W Sound 23)”

2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Special Awards

In addition to recognizing this year’s chart-topping artists, the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards will honor several influential musicians for their lasting contributions to Latin music.

Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award

Cristian Castro will receive the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his decades-long career and contributions to Latin pop music.

Known for his powerful vocals and romantic ballads, the Mexican singer has built an enduring legacy through songs that continue to resonate with audiences across generations.

Billboard Hall of Fame Award

Rosalía will receive the Billboard Hall of Fame Award, celebrating her influence on contemporary music and her ability to push creative boundaries.

The Spanish singer has earned international recognition for blending flamenco influences with pop, electronic music and other genres, establishing herself as one of Latin music’s most distinctive artists.

Billboard Icon Award

Rubén Blades will be honored with the Billboard Icon Award for his extraordinary career and influence.

A celebrated figure in salsa music, the Panamanian singer, songwriter and actor is known for combining infectious rhythms with socially conscious storytelling, creating songs that have resonated with listeners for decades.

Billboard Vanguard Award

Fuerza Regida will receive the Billboard Vanguard Award, recognizing the group’s role in breaking boundaries and reshaping the Latin music landscape.

The regional Mexican group has helped introduce a new generation of listeners to música mexicana, blending traditional sounds with contemporary influences.

Where to Vote for the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards

For the first time in the ceremony’s history, fans will have the opportunity to help choose a Billboard Latin Music Award winner.

The new Fan Favorite Artist category allows viewers to vote for one of five finalists:

• Fuerza Regida
• KAROL G
• Peso Pluma
• Prince Royce
• Tito Double P

Fans can cast their votes at the official Telemundo voting website. Eligible voters in the United States and Puerto Rico can submit up to 20 votes per day, with 10 votes available through a Google account and another 10 through an NBCUniversal profile.

Voting closes on Thursday, October 22, at approximately 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, with the winner announced during the live ceremony.

Unlike the show’s traditional chart-based awards, the Fan Favorite Artist winner will be determined entirely by fan votes.

Dónde votar en los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2026

Por primera vez en la historia de la ceremonia, los fans tendrán la oportunidad de participar en la elección de uno de los ganadores de los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina.

La nueva categoría Artista de los Fans permite al público votar por uno de los cinco finalistas:

• Fuerza Regida
• KAROL G
• Peso Pluma
• Prince Royce
• Tito Double P

Los fans pueden votar en el sitio web oficial de Telemundo. Los votantes elegibles de Estados Unidos y Puerto Rico pueden emitir hasta 20 votos al día: 10 a través de una cuenta de Google y otros 10 mediante un perfil de NBCUniversal.

Las votaciones cerrarán el jueves 22 de octubre, aproximadamente a las 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, y el ganador se anunciará durante la ceremonia en vivo.

A diferencia de los premios tradicionales de la ceremonia, que se basan en el desempeño de los artistas en las listas musicales de Billboard, el ganador de la categoría Artista de los Fans será elegido exclusivamente por el voto del público.

Watch the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards Live on DIRECTV!

The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards are bringing together some of the biggest names in Latin music for an unforgettable celebration in Miami. From exciting live performances to special tributes and the announcement of this year’s winners, there’s plenty for music fans to look forward to.

Make sure you have DIRECTV so you can watch the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards live on Telemundo on Thursday, October 22.

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