Award season is a months-long celebration of film, television, and music that unfolds across multiple nights of celebrations. Each award show maintains its own energy, purpose, and cultural impact, bringing a unique factor that people find engaging. Award shows bring forth inspiration in the realms of unforgettable fashion moments to bold hair and makeup, moving acceptance speeches, and viral highlights, award shows offer inspiration across entertainment and style. More than anything, they bring people together by sparking conversation, debate, laughter, and moments of shared joy.
Whether you’re a longtime and dedicated fan of these award shows or you’re just tuning in to catch the highlights (so you don’t miss out on any viral moments), here’s our breakdown of the major award shows, when they typically air, and what you can expect to be covered from each one.
Golden Globe Awards
When: January 11, 2026
Focus: Film & Television
The Golden Globes officially kick off the start of award season and set the tone for what’s to come. Known for celebrating achievements across the realms of both television and film, the Golden Globes stand out for their distinctive dinner-table format. This set up is intended to create a more relaxed and candid atmosphere for guests in attendance. This award show is known for unexpected speeches and plenty of viral reactions that we’ll see on socials in the days following. With both television and movies being highlighted at this award show, there’s something for everyone to tune in for, whether you’re rooting for a favorite film or a binge-worthy series.
GRAMMY Awards
When: February 1, 2026
Focus: Music
Music is a universal language that we believe brings people together. The GRAMMY’s are a huge night for music as they recognize artists across a multitude of genres, from pop to hip-pop, Latin, R&B, and regional sounds, you name it! This award show has a reputation for being filled with bold fashion moments, unforgettable performances, and celebrating the huge impact that music has on culture as a whole. The GRAMMY’s are just as much about what happens on stage as they are about the awards themselves. Tune in to see which artists make musical history this year.
Premio Lo Nuestro
When: February
Focus: Latin Music
Premio Lo Nuestro centers around Latin music and culture, honoring artists across genres such as reggaeton, regional Mexican, pop, and so many more Latin music categories. This award show is deeply rooted in cultural pride, the show highlights the global influence and continued growth of Latin music. For the Next Gen Latina audience, Premio Lo Nuestro delivers everything we look for in entertainment, be it representation, performances with contagious energy, and moments that reflect the depth, richness, and diversity of Latin culture.
Academy Awards
When: March 15, 2026
Focus: Film
Also commonly referred to as the Oscars, this award show closes out the season by honoring excellence in film. The Academy Awards recognize all features having to do with film, from acting and directing to costume design and cinematography, there is a spotlight on the creative work that brings films to life. The night that is known for its formal glamour, iconic red carpet moments, and emotional speeches that often leave a lasting mark on pop culture.
The Significance of Award Season
Award season is more than a series of shows, it’s a great opportunity to bring friends, family, and community together. From sharing laughs, conversation, friendly debates, and even the power of the moving speeches, these moments are better when experienced together.
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