American Idol - Season 9

1. 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. Auditions 2

Aired: 2/2/2026

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

3. Auditions 3

Aired: 2/9/2026

4. Auditions 4

Aired: 2/16/2026

5. Hollywood Week in Music City - Part 1

Aired: 2/23/2026

6. Hollywood Week in Music City - Part 2

Aired: 3/2/2026

7. Ohana Round

Aired: 3/9/2026

8. Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i - Part 1

Aired: 3/16/2026

9. Top 20 at Disney's Aulani Resort in Hawai'i - Part 2

Aired: 3/23/2026