2026 Oscars: Date, Time and How to Watch

The 98th Academy Awards take place Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, starting at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. Host Conan O'Brien kicks off the festivities, having rolled out the red carpet in a denim jumpsuit and sharing his excitement with writers' ambitious ideas. The ceremony honors 2025's top films like "Hamnet," "Marty Supreme" and "Sinners," celebrating best acting, directing and more. Read more about this...