2026 American Music Awards: date, location, and how to watch the show

The year 2026 will be another starry night at the American Music Awards, celebrating the brightest names in music! This year, top-charting artists are expected to gather at the AMAs, along with unforgettable performances from some of the most prominent stars in the music industry.

Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 American Music Awards, including the venue for the ceremony and ways to watch the show.

The 2026 American Music Awards will be broadcast live on Monday, May 25, 2026, on Memorial Day. The ceremony will begin at 8:00 PM Eastern Time / 5:00 PM Pacific Time.

The AMAs are one of the largest fan-voted awards shows, honoring artists in genres such as pop, country, hip-hop, Latin music, rock, and more.

The 2026 show is also expected to feature major live performances and celebrity appearances throughout the night. Performers will include artists like Keith Urban, Maluma, Teddy Swims, and Twenty One Pilots.

Queen Latifah will host the show, returning to the AMAs stage decades after co-hosting the ceremony in the 1990s.

The 2026 American Music Awards will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

This venue has hosted numerous iconic concerts and television specials over the years and will once again transform into the biggest music party for the annual broadcast.

Fans will be able to watch the 2026 American Music Awards live on CBS. The ceremony will also be streamed live on Paramount+ for subscribers with a Paramount+ Premium plan.

For viewers who miss the live broadcast, the show will be available for on-demand viewing on Paramount+ after it airs.

And for those who want to see the red carpet, Samsung TV Plus will provide fans with front-row access with a live stream without a subscription on BillboardTV