How to Watch the 57th NAACP Image Awards 2026
The 57th NAACP Image Awards will be broadcast live on Saturday, February 28, 2026, celebrating outstanding achievements by people of color in film, television, music, literature, and podcasts. Here’s how to tune in to the event, hosted by Deon Cole.
When and Where to Watch
The 57th NAACP Image Awards will air live at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The primary broadcast will be on BET, and it will also be simulcast on CBS and other Paramount-owned channels, including VH1, TV Land, MTV, MTV2, Logo, Comedy Central, CMT, Smithsonian, and BET HER.
Streaming Options
For those who have cut the cord, several streaming options are available:
- Paramount+: The event will be streamed live on Paramount+ due to the CBS simulcast.
- Live TV Streaming Bundles: Services like DirecTV (currently offering a free trial), Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo TV carry both BET and CBS.
- Sling TV: Sling TV offers affordable $5 day-passes for one-time event streaming.
Key Honorees and Nominees
This year’s ceremony will honor several prominent figures:
- President’s Award: Colman Domingo
- Chairman’s Award: Viola Davis
- Vanguard Award for Fashion: A$AP Rocky (presented on February 27th)
- Mildred Bond Roxborough Social Justice Impact Award: Rev. Dr. Jamal-Harrison Bryant (presented on February 26th)
Leading the nominations are “Sinners” with 18 nods and “Bel-Air” with seven. The nominees for Entertainer of the Year include Cynthia Erivo, Doechii, Kendrick Lamar, Michael B. Jordan, and Teyana Taylor.
Red Carpet Coverage
The “57th NAACP Image Awards” Red Carpet Live! will commence at 6:00 PM ET on BET.com, hosted by actress Kyla Pratt and TV personality Terrence J.
The 57th NAACP Image Awards promises a night of celebration and recognition of Black excellence across various industries.