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How to watch the BRIT Awards 2026 and what time it starts

26 February 2026, 12:42 | Updated: 28 February 2026, 08:46

By Sam Prance

Here's when and where you can watch the 2026 BRITs online and on television.

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It's official. The UK's biggest music awards show is back and the BRITs airs very soon. How do you watch it though?

Every year, the BRITs promises to be one of the most entertaining nights in music and the 2026 BRIT Award ceremony looks set to be no different. Not only is there a star-studded lineup of performers including RAYE, Harry Styles and HUNTR/X but artists like Olivia Dean, Lola Young and JADE have also received major nominations this year.

The 2026 BRITs takes place on February 28th in Manchester but what time is the BRITs on and how do you watch it online and on television? Scroll down to find out everything you need to know about the ceremony.

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How can I watch The BRITs on TV and online?

This year, the BRITs is taking place at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester on Saturday, February 28th but you can watch along from the comfort of your home online and on TV. The BRITs will be aired on ITV1, ITVX and STV (in Scotland) from 8.15PM and they aren't set to end until 10.50pm.

If you're based outside the UK, you can still watch live and catch everything via the BRITs YouTube channel.

How can I watch The BRITs red carpet?

The BRITs will be live streaming the 2026 red carpet on their Instagram feed from 5.30PM on February 28th.

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What time does The BRITs start and how long is it on for?

On TV, The BRITs starts airing at 8.15PM. However, the guests start hitting the red carpet during the afternoon so be sure to check out the BRITs Instagram page from 5:30PM to see exactly what everyone is wearing.

RAYE, Olivia Dean, ROSALÍA Harry Styles and HUNTR/X are all set to perform.

Capital is going to the BRITs!

We're continuing our long-standing partnership with the BRIT Awards, having been sponsor of Song of The Year with Mastercard supported by Capital category for nearly two decades.Jimmy Hill will host his Saturday show live from Manchester, with our showbiz team reporting directly from the venue, Co-op Live.Together they’ll bring listeners the atmosphere from inside the arena, including red carpet interviews, backstage access and live reaction, as the winners are revealed.

The BRIT Awards 2026 with Mastercard will take place on Saturday February 28th at the Manchester Co-op Live arena and will be broadcast live on ITV, as well as STV, ITVX and STV Player.