American Idol - Season 9

1. 901 (Auditions)

Aired: 1/26/2026

Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan welcome the newest class of hopefuls to Idol University in Nashville, where future stars take their first steps toward becoming the next "American Idol."

2. 902 (Auditions)

Aired: 2/2/2026

Auditions continue, with hopefuls stepping into the spotlight and delivering unforgettable performances.

3. 903 (Auditions)

Aired: 2/9/2026

The stakes continue to rise as additional hopefuls face the judges with electrifying performances, each vying for a chance at the coveted golden ticket.

4. 904 (Auditions)

Aired: 2/16/2026

In the final week of auditions, rising stars deliver showstopping performances that stun Luke, Lionel, Carrie and Ryan, setting the stage for Hollywood Week.

5. 905 (Hollywood Week in Music City (1))

Aired: 2/23/2026

For the first time, Idol is bringing Hollywood Week to Music City as hopefuls take the stage for a make-or-break performance and face the biggest Hollywood Week cut in Idol history.

6. 906 (Hollywood Week in Music City (2))

Aired: 3/2/2026

Hollywood Week in Music City continues, pushing hopefuls to their maximum potential as they compete to wow the judges; in the end, only 30 move forward.

7. 907 ('Ohana Round)

Aired: 3/9/2026

At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, hopefuls take the stage to perform for their own families, industry tastemakers and their fellow hopefuls; 20 contestants move forward.

8. 908 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (1))

Aired: 3/16/2026

As the competition continues at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaiʻi, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer mentor the Top 20 hopefuls. Keke also serves as a guest judge, while Iam Tongi and Thunderstorm Artis perform.

9. 909 (Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i (2))

Aired: 3/23/2026

In the final week at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai'i, Brad Paisley and Keke Palmer continue mentoring the top 20 hopefuls, Keke returns to the judging panel and takes the stage for a performance, Skip Marley performs.

10. Songs of Faith

Aired: 3/30/2026

The hopefuls lift their voices in inspiring songs of faith, 12 finalists continue on the journey to become the next singing sensation.

11. 911 (90s Judges' Song Contest)

Aired: 4/6/2026

The Top 12 perform '90s hits secretly picked by Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie or Carrie Underwood; stars of ABC's "TGIF" '90s lineup hang with the hopefuls in the lounge as America votes for the Top 11.

12. 912 (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

Aired: 4/13/2026

The Top 11 perform iconic hits from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees; inductees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2026 ceremony are revealed.

13. 913 (Disney Night)

Aired: 4/20/2026

The Top 9 bring iconic Disney songs to life as America votes live to decide which seven finalists move one step closer to their dream of becoming the next "American Idol."

14. 914 (Celebrating Taylor Swift on American Idol)

Aired: 4/27/2026

15. 915 (Class of 2006: Reunion / Idol X DWTS)

Aired: 5/4/2026

16. 916 (Grand Finale)

Aired: 5/11/2026