Saturday Night Live (SNL) Tonight: Host & Musical Guests 2026

Find out who is hosting Saturday Night Live tonight, which musical guest is performing, and whether NBC is airing a new episode or repeat. TV Lineups tracks the latest announced SNL hosts, musical performers, upcoming episodes, and previous guest appearances.

Check tonight’s Saturday Night Live lineup below, browse upcoming hosts and musical guests, and explore the show’s episode history. All dates refer to the US broadcast schedule.

Saturday Night Live Tonight November 13, 2026 — Host and Musical Guest

Who is hosting Saturday Night Live tonight, and who is the musical guest? The table below displays the latest available lineup for today’s US broadcast date, including the announced host, musical performer, and episode status.

If no episode is listed for tonight, check the upcoming schedule for the next announced broadcast. Saturday Night Live does not air a new episode every Saturday, and the regular schedule includes breaks, repeats, and occasional changes.

Saturday Night Live Upcoming Hosts, Musical Guests & Episodes

See who is hosting Saturday Night Live next week and in upcoming episodes. The schedule below lists announced celebrity hosts, musical guests, broadcast dates, and episode classifications.

New hosts and musical guests are announced throughout the television season, and not every upcoming Saturday will necessarily have a confirmed lineup. The schedule is updated as additional broadcast information becomes available.

Saturday Night Live Previous Hosts, Musical Guests & Episode History

Looking for last week’s Saturday Night Live host or trying to find a previous musical performance? Browse the historical episode archive below for earlier hosts, musical guests, original broadcast dates, and repeats.

Use the table’s search and pagination controls to find appearances by specific actors, comedians, musicians, and other celebrity hosts. The archive also helps viewers identify when a particular SNL episode originally aired.

About Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live, commonly known as SNL, is an American late-night sketch comedy and variety television series that premiered on NBC on October 11, 1975. Created by Lorne Michaels, the show has become one of the longest-running and most influential comedy programs in American television history.

The series combines live comedy sketches, celebrity guest hosting, musical performances, topical satire, and recurring characters. Its humor frequently draws inspiration from current events, popular culture, politics, entertainment, and everyday experiences.

Unlike a traditional late-night talk show, SNL features an ensemble cast of comedians and performers who portray different characters across multiple sketches. Each episode generally features a guest host who delivers the opening monologue and participates in comedy segments alongside the regular cast.

Musical guests form another major part of the show’s format, performing songs during the broadcast. The combination of live comedy, guest stars, and music has made Saturday Night Live a longstanding showcase for established performers and emerging talent.

Who Is Hosting Saturday Night Live Tonight?

The Saturday Night Live host is typically a well-known performer or public figure invited to lead an episode. Hosts have included actors, comedians, musicians, athletes, television personalities, and other celebrities.

The guest host usually appears in the opening monologue before joining the cast in a selection of sketches. Depending on the episode, the host may portray fictional characters, participate in parodies, or make jokes about their own career and public image.

Some celebrities host SNL for the first time, while others return for multiple appearances. The show’s history includes a group of frequent hosts who have been recognized for presenting five or more episodes, an unofficial tradition commonly associated with the SNL Five-Timers Club.

Hosting duties are different from simply making a cameo appearance. A celebrity may appear in an individual sketch without being the officially announced host of that week’s episode.

The current and upcoming schedules above identify the announced hosts when that information is available. They do not necessarily confirm which sketches a host will appear in or whether any surprise guests will participate.

Who Is the Musical Guest on SNL Tonight?

Saturday Night Live musical guests perform as part of the show’s live variety format. Featured artists can include solo singers, bands, rappers, country musicians, rock groups, and performers from many other genres.

Musical guests generally deliver performances during the episode, with the exact songs and presentation varying by artist and broadcast. Their appearances may coincide with album releases, tours, or other projects, although a scheduled performance does not necessarily confirm a particular promotional campaign.

Some musicians have appeared on SNL multiple times, while others make their debut on the program. Occasionally, a performer serves as both the episode’s host and musical guest, taking on comedy and musical duties during the same broadcast.

The schedule above lists officially announced musical guests when available. Specific songs, collaborations, and surprise appearances should not be assumed unless they have been confirmed.

Saturday Night Live Cast and Comedy Sketches

The Saturday Night Live cast is made up of comedy performers who appear in sketches, recurring segments, and character-based humor throughout the season. Cast membership can change between seasons as performers join, depart, or move on to other projects.

SNL sketches cover a wide range of subjects, including current events, celebrity culture, relationships, workplace situations, entertainment, and absurd fictional scenarios. Some sketches introduce entirely new characters, while others revisit recurring personalities or familiar comedic concepts.

One of the show’s most recognizable segments is Weekend Update, a satirical news presentation that uses a desk-style format to deliver jokes about current events and public figures. The segment has been a longstanding feature of SNL, although its anchors and presentation have evolved over the decades.

Episodes may also feature pre-recorded comedy videos, musical comedy, parody commercials, and surprise celebrity appearances. Because the program responds to contemporary events, the exact subjects and sketches can differ substantially from week to week.

The announced episode schedule generally confirms the host and musical guest rather than providing a complete list of sketches. Individual sketch details may not be available until the episode airs.

Is Saturday Night Live New Tonight or a Repeat?

Saturday Night Live does not broadcast a new episode every Saturday throughout the year. NBC schedules original episodes alongside repeats, and the show takes breaks during its regular television season.

The schedule above identifies episodes as New, Repeat, or Pre-empted when that information is available. New indicates an original episode, Repeat identifies a previously aired broadcast, and Pre-empted means the regular broadcast has been replaced or interrupted by other programming.

Repeat broadcasts may feature celebrity hosts and musical guests who appeared earlier in the season or in previous years. Therefore, a familiar host appearing in tonight’s listing does not necessarily mean the celebrity is presenting a new episode.

If no original episode is scheduled tonight, check the upcoming table for the next announced new broadcast. The host and musical guest may be confirmed closer to the episode date.

When Is the Next New Saturday Night Live Episode?

Saturday Night Live traditionally follows a television season that runs from fall through spring, with breaks between groups of episodes and a longer hiatus during the summer.

During a scheduled break, NBC may broadcast repeats or alternative programming. The next new SNL episode is determined by the network’s announced schedule rather than by the assumption that a fresh episode airs every Saturday.

The upcoming episode table identifies the next listed original broadcast when that information is available. If a future date has not yet been announced, viewers should not assume that the absence of a listing means the show has been canceled or that a particular host has been booked.

Host and musical guest announcements can be released separately, and additional episodes may be confirmed as the season progresses.

What Time and Channel Is Saturday Night Live On?

Saturday Night Live normally airs on NBC at 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturdays, with live broadcasts also available in other US time zones according to NBC’s scheduling arrangements.

The show is traditionally produced at Studio 8H in NBC’s headquarters at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. The live production format is a major part of SNL’s identity, with performers moving between sketches, musical performances, and other segments during the broadcast.

Local scheduling, special events, sports coverage, and other programming can affect individual broadcasts. Viewers should check their local NBC affiliate for the exact start time and episode being shown.

All dates on TV Lineups refer to the US broadcast schedule. International viewers should account for time-zone differences and local distribution arrangements.

How Saturday Night Live Episodes Are Made

Saturday Night Live is known for its demanding weekly production schedule. During an original episode week, writers, cast members, producers, and the guest host collaborate on sketches and other material ahead of the Saturday broadcast.

The creative process involves developing sketch ideas, preparing scripts, rehearsing performances, designing sets and costumes, and making changes as the broadcast approaches. Material may be revised or removed before the final live episode.

The guest host participates in rehearsals and sketch preparation alongside the regular cast, while the musical guest prepares performances for the television broadcast.

Although much of the program is performed live, SNL also uses pre-recorded segments when appropriate. The combination of advance preparation and live performance contributes to the show’s distinctive style.

Saturday Night Live History and Cultural Impact

Since its debut in 1975, Saturday Night Live has played a significant role in American comedy and television. The series has introduced audiences to numerous performers who later developed careers in film, television, stand-up comedy, writing, and producing.

Across its history, SNL has become associated with memorable characters, celebrity impersonations, political satire, catchphrases, and comedy sketches that reach audiences beyond the original television broadcast.

The show’s guest-hosting tradition has brought performers from different generations and entertainment backgrounds into its comedy format. Musical appearances have similarly featured a broad range of artists, from established acts to performers reaching new audiences.

While cast members, writers, and production styles have changed over the decades, the underlying combination of live sketch comedy, a celebrity host, and musical entertainment remains central to the series.

Where to Watch Saturday Night Live Episodes and Sketches

Saturday Night Live airs on NBC in the United States. Episodes and selected sketches may also be available through authorized streaming services, depending on current distribution arrangements and regional availability.

In the United States, NBC’s streaming platform Peacock provides access to SNL programming, subject to subscription requirements and availability.

Viewers can also watch selected comedy sketches, musical performances, monologues, and other highlights through the official Saturday Night Live YouTube channel.

International viewing options vary by country. Some episodes, sketches, and musical performances may be unavailable in particular regions because of licensing restrictions.

Saturday Night Live — Frequently Asked Questions

Who Is Hosting Saturday Night Live Tonight?

Tonight’s announced SNL host appears in the current episode schedule at the top of this page. If no episode is scheduled for today, check the upcoming table for the next announced host.

Who Is the Musical Guest on SNL Tonight?

The musical guest is listed alongside the episode’s host when the information is available. Some episodes feature returning performers, while others introduce artists making their SNL debut.

Is Saturday Night Live New Tonight?

Check today’s episode status to see whether NBC is airing a new episode or repeat. SNL takes breaks during the television season, so original episodes are not necessarily broadcast every Saturday.

Who Hosted Saturday Night Live Last Week?

The previous-episodes archive lists earlier hosts, musical guests, and broadcast dates. Search the historical table to find last week’s host or an appearance from an earlier season.

Who Is Hosting Saturday Night Live Next Week?

The upcoming guest schedule identifies announced hosts for future episodes. If no host has been confirmed, the lineup may be updated closer to the broadcast date.

When Is the Next New Saturday Night Live Episode?

The upcoming episode table shows the next listed broadcast marked New. During a scheduled break, there may be several weeks between original episodes.

What Time Does Saturday Night Live Start?

SNL normally begins at 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time on NBC on Saturday nights. Broadcast arrangements vary by time zone and local television market.

Where Is Saturday Night Live Filmed?

Saturday Night Live is produced at Studio 8H in NBC’s headquarters at 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City.

Does Saturday Night Live Have a Different Host Every Week?

Original episodes generally feature a guest host selected for that broadcast. Some celebrities return to host multiple times, and the announced host changes from episode to episode.

Can a Musical Guest Also Host Saturday Night Live?

Yes. Some performers serve as both host and musical guest, participating in comedy sketches while also delivering musical performances.

Where Can I Watch Previous SNL Sketches?

Selected sketches and clips are available through Saturday Night Live’s official YouTube channel. Episodes and additional material may also be available on authorized streaming platforms, including Peacock in the United States.

About the TV Lineups Saturday Night Live Schedule

TV Lineups provides a regularly updated guide to Saturday Night Live hosts tonight, upcoming musical guests, new episodes, repeats, and previous SNL appearances.

The current and upcoming schedules focus on the latest announced broadcasts, while the historical episode archive helps viewers locate earlier hosts and musical performances. Episode details, guest bookings, and broadcast classifications may change when updated information becomes available.

For more late-night television schedules, explore Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Late Night with Seth Meyers.