When the Ballon d'Or is taking place this year: The highly anticipated 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony is officially scheduled to take place on October 26, 2026.
For the first time in the award's prestigious 70-year history, the event will be held in London rather than its traditional home of Paris.
What time the ceremony gets underway: While the specific venue and official broadcast schedule have yet to be confirmed, the ceremony typically begins around 8pm local time.
The award will judge player performances over the traditional European season calendar, specifically the period from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026.
London calling : Moving the event to England's capital was a deliberate choice by UEFA and France Football to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the award.
