Details on the 2026 Brit Awards: Location, Nominees, and More

The 2026 Brit Awards will take place in Manchester for the first time since its inception in 1977. Scheduled for February 28, 2026, the ceremony will be held at the Co-op Live arena. The event will run from 20:00 to 22:00 GMT and can be watched live on ITV1, ITVX, STV, and STV Player. Tickets for the event are already sold out after going on sale on December 9. Comedian Jack Whitehall will host the ceremony for the sixth consecutive year, returning to Manchester where he began his comedy career. There will be 16 awards presented, including Artist of the Year and Breakthrough Artist, with trophies inspired by Manchester’s bee emblem. The only category with announced nominees so far is the Critics’ Choice award, with Jacob Alon, Rose Gray, and Sienna Spiro shortlisted. The award has previously been won by artists like Adele, Sam Smith, and Celeste. The event will also have logistical information for those attending in person, including transport options and parking details.