Mark your calendars. The road to music’s biggest night has officially begun as the Recording Academy released the full schedule for the 68th annual GRAMMY Awards.

The process will start on October 3, 2025, when the first round of voting opens.

Members of the Academy

More than 13,000 members of the Recording Academy, including artistes, producers, songwriters and engineers, will take part in choosing who makes the nomination list. Every vote cast is important and carries the power to spark history, inspire the next generation and change a career.

Nominees announcement

On November 7, 2025, the Recording Academy will announce the official list of nominees. This is the stage when the spotlight shifts to the shortlisted names for music’s most prestigious honour.

Awards night

The main ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026. The GRAMMY Awards remain one of the most celebrated stages in global music, known for unforgettable performances, emotional speeches and career-defining wins.

Eligibility and submissions

Only works released within the Academy’s official eligibility period will qualify for consideration. Entries are submitted online by artistes, record labels and other music professionals before the voting begins.

The GRAMMYs are more than an award show. They reflect creativity at its highest level, with decisions made by the very people who create the music. From the nomination stage to the final winners, every step of the process shapes global music culture.