The October 22 celebration features 16 musical performances, including world premieres, exclusive collaborations and a star-studded tribute to Juan Gabriel. Wisin and Ivy Queen are the latest artists to join the lineup.
Cristian Castro, Fuerza Regida, Rosalía and Rubén Blades to receive special honors, while fans choose a Billboard Latin Music Award winner for the first time
This year’s show will include two blue carpet specials plus five hours of uninterrupted behind the scenes coverage starting at 6 p.m. ET on YouTube, followed by Telemundo and Peacock at 7 p.m. ET / 6C and culminating with the awards show at 8 p.m. ET / 7C on Telemundo and Peacock
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MIAMI, FL – October 19, 2026 – The countdown is on for the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards, bringing together some of Latin music’s biggest stars for a celebration featuring 16 musical performances, prestigious honors and memorable moments. Hosted by Carmen Villalobos and Javier Poza, the awards will take place Thursday, October 22, at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, with the show presented LIVE at 8 p.m. ET / 7C on Telemundo and Peacock. The evening will also mark a milestone as fans choose a winner for the first time in the show’s history. Tickets to attend the show in person at the James L. Knight Center in Miami are available through Ticketmaster.
When and Where to Watch the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards?
The celebration begins at 6 p.m. ET with livestream coverage on YouTube, followed by blue carpet specials and the awards show:
- 6 p.m. ET: YouTube livestream coverage begins on @TelemundoEntretenimiento with Premios Billboard de la Música Latina POV ACCESO EXCLUSIVO, hosted by a select team of content creators, digital music and culture experts, composed of Chriz Ortiz, Kuzi, Marlene Chavarria, SoyNuklear y Tomás Mier.
- 7 p.m. ET / 6C: Premios Billboard de la Música Latina: La Alfombra, featuring the arrival of Latin music’s biggest stars, LIVE on Telemundo. The special is hosted by Aleyda Ortiz, Ana Patricia Gámez, Carlos Adyan, Chiky Bombom, Clovis Nienow, and Gabriel Coronel.
- 7 p.m. ET / 6C: Peacock presents exclusive blue carpet coverage with Peacock en La Alfombra de Premios Billboard de la Música Latina, hosted by Tomás Mier, Marlene Chavarria and Chriz Ortiz.
- 8 p.m. ET / 7C: The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards are presented LIVE on Telemundo and Peacock, direct from Miami.
The show will also be available on Universo and the Telemundo App, as well as throughout Latin America and the Caribbean via Telemundo Internacional.
Who is Performing at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards?
This year’s musical lineup brings together established superstars and emerging artists for a night of world premieres, television premieres, collaborations and special tributes.
- The show will feature world-premiere performances by finalist Víctor Manuelle alongside Elvis Crespo, RIZA with Pablo Alborán, as well as Manuel Turizo. In addition, finalists Tito Double P, Xavi and Ozuna, along with Wisin and Ivy Queen, Nanpa Básico and Melymel, and La Nueva Ola de Cumbia will deliver performances making their television debuts.
- The night will also feature a special collaboration between Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Cristian Castro and Ha*Ash; a performance by finalist group Fuerza Regida alongside Chuyin; and SANTOS BRAVOS’ debut on the Billboard Latin Music Awards stage. Finalist Kapo will bring his signature rhythms and distinctive sound to the stage for a special performance. Additionally, for the first time in the awards show’s history, the reparto genre will be represented onstage with performances by Erick Brian and Pututi & Nesty, bringing even greater musical diversity to the celebration.
- The ceremony will commemorate the 10th anniversary of Juan Gabriel’s passing with a special tribute featuring Carlos Rivera, Jessi Uribe, Pablo Alborán, Paola Jara and finalist Yahritza y Su Esencia, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of Latin music’s most beloved singer-songwriters.
- In recognition of the recent natural disasters affecting communities around the world, another special moment will bring together legendary Venezuelan entertainer José Luis Rodríguez “El Puma,“ Venezuelan singer Nella and Colombian artist Nanpa Básico, for a segment delivering a moving message of reflection, awareness and unity.
Who Will Receive Special Honors?
Four influential artists will be recognized for their contributions to Latin music:
- Cristian Castro will receive the Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his exceptional career and contributions to expanding the reach of Latin music worldwide.
- Fuerza Regida will receive the Billboard Vanguard Award, recognizing artists who break barriers, redefine standards, and leave an indelible mark on the music industry.
- Rosalía, a six-time finalist, will be honored with the Billboard Hall of Fame Award, celebrating her artistic influence across multiple fields and worldwide recognition, transcending genres and languages.
- Rubén Blades will receive the Billboard Icon Award, recognizing his extraordinary artistic career, enduring relevance and standing as one of the most distinguished artists in his genre.
What other stars will be present at the show?
In addition to hosts Carmen Villalobos and Javier Poza, the ceremony will feature a star-studded list of celebrities including Billboard Latin Music Award finalists Armenta, Baby Rasta & Gringo, Becky G, Clave Especial, Dalvin La Melodía, Dareyes de la Sierra, El Bogueto, Emmanuel Cortes, Gangsta, Gente de Zona, Grupo Cañaveral, Grupo Niche, Hermanos Espinoza, Jay Wheeler, Jowell & Randy, Lencho, Los Dos De Tamaulipas, RaiNao, Ryan Castro, Victor Mendivil, W Sound (WestCOL/Ovy On The Drums), Yung Beef; additional musical artists Alleh, Ana Mena, Gilberto Santa Rosa, José Luis Rodríguez “El Puma,” Juan Luis Guerra, Lali, Los Gemelos, Luis Alfonso, Mike Bahía, Pancho Uresti; actors and television personalities Ana Brenda Contreras, Andrea Meza, Elizabeth Gutierrez, Erick Elías, Gregorio Pernía, Jacky Bracamontes, Julio Vaqueiro, as well as sports personalities Luis Omar Tapia and Adriana Monsalve.
Billboard Latin Music Awards’ First-Ever Fan Voted Award
- For the first time in the history of the Billboard Latin Music Awards, fans will determine the winner of a new category, Fan Favorite Artist. This year’s five leading finalists, KAROL G, Fuerza Regida, Peso Pluma, Prince Royce and Tito Double P are competing for the honor, with the winner revealed LIVE during the October 22 ceremony.
- Fans can vote at Telemundo.com/vota, with up to 20 votes per day. Voting closes Thursday, October 22, at approximately 7 p.m. ET, subject to the official rules. Unlike traditional Billboard Latin Music Award categories, which are determined by Billboard chart performance, this award will be decided entirely by fan votes.
As this year’s awards bring together the artists, sounds and cultural influence of Latin music, Félix, Lexus and other brand partners are joining the celebration with meaningful experiences that give fans new ways to engage with the stars and moments they love across Telemundo’s platforms.
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The Billboard Latin Music Awards serve as the grand finale of Billboard Latin Music Week, taking place in Miami October 19-22, 2026. The industry’s must-attend Latin music event features exclusive performances, one-of-a-kind conversations, workshops, showcases and unique fan experiences, culminating with the Billboard Latin Music Awards on October 22. Learn more and register at billboardlatinmusicweek.com.
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BLMA X Post: The #PremiosBillboard2026 will be presented LIVE Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. ET on Telemundo and Peacock. The show features 15 performances, a Juan Gabriel tribute and special honors for Cristian Castro, Rosalía, Rubén Blades and Fuerza Regida.
About Billboard Español
Billboard has been responsible for discovering, championing and regularly featuring Latin artists over the course of its 128-year history. As an innovator in the music industry, Billboard recognized a demand for unique in-language content made by our music and industry experts for fans in all Spanish-speaking countries around the globe. Launched in 2022, Billboard Español serves as the premiere in-language global destination for Latin music, offering unique and engaging content with a superior understanding of the Latin music industry and marketplace. Billboard Español also features exclusive video content of artists, many of whom will also be participating in Billboard Latin Music Week. Readers can also expect to find all Billboard charts, including Hot Latin Songs, Top Latin Albums and the Global 200 charts.
About MBS Special Events, Inc.:
MBS Special Events, Inc. is a leading production company specialized in the development, creation, and complete production of many of today’s most important televised live entertainment specials. Under the leadership of Executive Producer Mary Black Suarez, with 30 plus years’ experience spearheading such projects as the Billboard Latin Music Awards, Latin American Music Awards, Premio Lo Nuestro and the Billboard Regional Mexican Awards amongst many others, MBS Special Events is producing this edition of the Billboard Latin Music Awards. MBS Special Events is a driving force behind multiple projects with its signature high quality and industry leading services to continue to deliver the best televised special events to its broadcast partners and clients.
About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 94 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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