2026 Oscars calendar: Key dates for awards shows, nominations announcements

The 2026 Oscars will be here before you know it, and Gold Derby has you covered on all of the key dates for awards shows and nominations announcements in the lead-up to the big event. ABC's broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards will take place on March 15, with comedian Conan O'Brien back as host for the second consecutive time.

Important televised precursors to watch out for in the weeks before the Academy Awards are the Golden Globes on Jan. 4, Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 11, BAFTAs on Feb.