Latin GRAMMY Awards to Return to MGM Grand This November
The 27th annual ceremony takes place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 12, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Latin
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Las Vegas music fans and industry followers can prepare for the 27th annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, which will bring a major live production to the MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 12, 2026. The ceremony features a special tribute to José Alfredo Jiménez to celebrate the 100th anniversary of his birth, produced by Edgar Barrera.
Why it matters
The event brings a marquee production to the Paradise resort corridor, highlighting the city's role in hosting large-scale international cultural broadcasts. With Edgar Barrera leading the tribute and holding significant nomination counts, the event remains a central point for the Latin music industry's annual cycle.
The upcoming 27th annual ceremony features a production led by Edgar Barrera, who holds 10 nominations this year against his career total of 82 nominations. The main telecast will span three hours.
The players
Edgar Barrera
The producer and songwriter is producing the José Alfredo Jiménez tribute and leads the field with 10 nominations.
The Latin Recording Academy
The organization responsible for hosting the annual awards ceremony.
José Alfredo Jiménez
The influential Mexican singer-songwriter whose birth centennial is being celebrated.
The details
The tribute to José Alfredo Jiménez will honor the 100th anniversary of his birth under the direction of Edgar Barrera. The event will be broadcast on Univision starting at 8 p.m. ET/PT, preceded by a one-hour pre-show. Local residents should expect increased traffic and activity around the MGM Grand Garden Arena throughout the evening on November 12.
Timeline
November 12, 2026: The 27th annual Latin GRAMMY Awards ceremony takes place.
Beyond the Strip
This ceremony follows the established pattern of the Latin Recording Academy selecting major resort corridor venues for its marquee annual broadcasts. It marks another high-profile instance of the city hosting international industry awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Those planning to travel near the MGM Grand Garden Arena on November 12 should anticipate significant traffic congestion around the resort corridor during the evening hours. Viewers at home can tune in to the three-hour telecast on Univision starting at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
The takeaway
The tribute to José Alfredo Jiménez serves as the centerpiece of this year's broadcast at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Watch for further performer announcements from the Latin Recording Academy as the November 12 event date approaches.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Hola.
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