Theater’s biggest night kicks off at 8 p.m. ET — here’s how to stream the awards show live without cable
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They say the lights are always bright on Broadway, and tonight they’re about to shine even brighter. The 79th Annual Tony Awards take place live from New York City’s iconic Radio City Music Hall, “celebrating excellence in the theater,” per the official description.
Broadcast live on CBS, the ceremony gives theater fans a front-row seat to Broadway’s biggest night. If you’ve cut the cable cord, though, don’t worry, there are still several ways to stream the 2026 Tony Awards online for free. We’ve rounded up the best options below ahead of the show’s 8 p.m. EST start time.
At a Glance: How to Watch the 79th Annual Tony Awards Online for Free
- Channel: CBS
- Date, time: Sunday, June 7 at 8 p.m. EST
- Stream: DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Paramount+ Premium
The Tony Awards have been around since 1947, making them one of the entertainment industry’s oldest award shows. This year’s ceremony will be hosted by global superstar and three-time Grammy winner Pink.
Among the night’s most anticipated categories is Best Musical, with The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon!, Titaníque, and Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) competing for the top spot. Viewers can also look forward to a packed lineup of performances, including Rachel Zegler’s tribute to A Chorus Line, an appearance from Leslie Odom Jr., and a spectacle from the original cast of The Book of Mormon commemorating the musical’s 15th anniversary.
The Tony Awards are scheduled to wrap up at 11 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch the 2026 Tony Awards for Free, Stream
Streaming the Tony Awards is easy with a free trial to DirecTV, Fubo, or Hulu + Live TV. Viewers looking for a longer-term option can also stream CBS through Paramount+ Premium. Keep reading for our hacks on the best ways to watch the 2026 Tony Awards online.
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DirecTV
➤ $39.99/month
➤ Five-day free trial
➤ Up to 185+ channels
You can tune in to the 79th Annual Tony Awards with DirecTV. The streaming service offers several channel packages, including plans that carry CBS, where this year’s ceremony will air. For a budget-friendly option, the MyNews package includes more than 10 channels, plus local networks like NBC, Fox, CNN, and more. New subscribers can start with a five-day free trial, after which the MyNews plan costs $39.99 per month.
Fubo
➤ $55.99/month
➤ Five-day free trial
➤ Up to 400+ channels
Fubo is another solid option for those looking to stream the 79th Annual Tony Awards live. The service includes CBS across its channel packages, plus a five-day free trial for new users. The Fubo Sports plan (which contains CBS) starts at $45.99 for the first month before increasing to $55.99 per month thereafter.
For viewers looking to get the most value out of their subscription, Hulu + Live TV is a solid choice for streaming the 79th Annual Tony Awards. In addition to access to CBS, the service includes more than 95 live channels, featuring popular networks like ABC, Fox, and NBC. Subscribers can also bundle their plan to get access to Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+. After a three-day free trial, plans start at $89.99 per month.
Paramount+
➤ $13.99/month
➤ 170+ channels
Paramount+ is also worth considering if you want to stream the 79th Annual Tony Awards Online. While the service is best known for its on-demand lineup, the Paramount+ Premium plan includes a live stream of your local CBS station. The Premium plan costs $13.99 per month.
The 79th Annual Tony Awards, Date, Time
The 79th Annual Tony Awards air Sunday, June 7, at 8 p.m. EST on CBS and will be available to stream live for viewers watching from home.
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