The Grammy Awards air on CBS and stream live on Paramount+, the same pairing the ceremony has used in recent years.
You can watch free over the air on your local CBS station with an antenna, stream it on Paramount+ with a live-enabled plan, or use any live-TV service that carries CBS. The next Grammys ceremony is set for early 2027, with the telecast on a Sunday evening Eastern.
CBS is the broadcast home and Paramount+ is the streaming home, which keeps the channel question simple. Here is exactly where music’s biggest night airs and how to watch without cable.
What Channel Are the Grammys On?
The Grammys are on CBS. The network broadcasts the main ceremony, including the performances and the top award presentations, in a single primetime telecast. CBS has carried the show for most of its modern run, so it is the reliable answer for the main event.
The ceremony also streams live on Paramount+, which is CBS’s streaming service. The live stream is included on the Paramount+ plan that carries your local CBS station, while the lower ad-supported tier may offer the show on demand rather than live, so the plan you choose matters for watching in real time.
| Provider | CBS Channel | Streams the Grammys? |
|---|---|---|
| DirecTV | Local CBS affiliate | Yes |
| Dish | Local CBS affiliate | Yes |
| Xfinity | Local CBS (varies by market) | Yes |
| Spectrum | Local CBS (varies by market) | Yes |
| YouTube TV | CBS included | Yes |
| Hulu + Live TV | CBS included | Yes |
| Fubo | CBS included | Yes |
| Sling | Not carried | No, CBS not on Sling |
How to Watch the Grammys Without Cable
Paramount+ is the most direct streaming route, carrying the live CBS telecast on a plan that includes your local station. Live-TV services including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo carry CBS in most markets, so any of them streams the ceremony live. The one gap is Sling, which does not carry CBS, so it is not an option for the Grammys.
For a one-night watch, an antenna plus a Paramount+ trial covers it cheaply. Our guide to watching live TV online lays out which services include CBS if you want a longer-term plan.
Are the Grammys Free to Watch?
The broadcast is free. Because the Grammys air on CBS, a basic indoor antenna pulls in your local CBS affiliate at no cost, so you can watch the full ceremony in high definition with no subscription. For most viewers, that is the genuinely free route.
Streaming on Paramount+ or a live-TV service requires a subscription, though free trials can cover the single evening. Be wary of the free-stream sites that appear around the ceremony, which are pirated feeds and a poor substitute for the free antenna option.
When Are the 2027 Grammys and What Time Do They Start?
The Grammy Awards are typically held in late January or early February, so the 2027 ceremony falls early in the year, usually on a Sunday evening. The main telecast generally begins around 8pm ET, following a separate afternoon Premiere Ceremony that hands out many of the awards and streams online. Confirm the exact date and start time on the official Grammy Awards site and CBS closer to the ceremony.
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel are the Grammys on?
The Grammys air on CBS, which broadcasts the main primetime ceremony with the performances and top awards. The show also streams live on Paramount+, and the CBS broadcast is free over the air with an antenna.
Is the Grammys on CBS or Paramount+?
Both. The ceremony airs on CBS and streams live on Paramount+, CBS’s streaming service. The live stream is included on the Paramount+ plan that carries your local CBS station, while the lower tier may offer it on demand rather than live.
How can I watch the Grammys without cable?
Stream on Paramount+ with a live-enabled plan, or use a live-TV service that carries CBS such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or Fubo. An antenna also pulls in your local CBS affiliate free. Sling does not carry CBS, so it is not an option.
Are the Grammys free to watch?
The CBS broadcast is free over the air with an antenna through your local affiliate. Streaming on Paramount+ or a live-TV service requires a subscription, so the antenna is the only no-cost way to watch the ceremony live.
Can I stream the Grammys on Paramount+?
Yes, on a plan that carries your local CBS station live. Paramount+ streams the live CBS telecast, while the lower ad-supported tier may carry the show on demand rather than in real time, so choose the live-enabled plan to watch as it airs.
When are the 2027 Grammys?
The Grammy Awards are usually held in late January or early February, placing the 2027 ceremony early in the year on a Sunday evening. The official Grammy Awards site confirms the exact date and the day’s schedule.
What time do the Grammys start?
The main telecast generally begins around 8pm ET on a Sunday, following an afternoon Premiere Ceremony that awards many categories and streams online. The exact start time is confirmed on the official Grammy and CBS listings closer to the date.
Last updated: May 2026. We refresh this guide each year ahead of the Grammy Awards.