2025 ESPY Awards: Schedule, where to watch and key details about the annual event
A big night is almost here for the world of sports. On Wednesday, July 16th 2025, the ESPY Awards are set for Los Angeles, where fans, stars and athletes alike are expected to come together at the Dolby Theatre to relive the best moments from the year.
The show will be hosted by comedian Shane Gillis, and it will air at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and stream on ESPN+. The ceremony is expected to be a fun, entertaining night planned out for both emotional speeches and entertaining music, and there will surely be a lot of surprises included. But, who wins the best of the best? Here's everything to know before the show.
What time and where to watch the
2025 ESPY Awards
The Dolby Presenting the 2025 ESPYs event will take place on Wednesday, July 16, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.
The red carpet will begin at 5:30 p.m. ET, with the event starting at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. If you are watching from home, you can also stream the event live on ESPN+. If you miss the live show, you can watch it on the next day on Hulu, Disney+, or ESPN+.
Shane Gillis hosts this year's show
Shane Gillis, known for his Netflix comedy Tires and his podcast Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast, is the host this year. This is his first time hosting the ESPYs. He said, 'I'm excited. I love sports and this should be a great night'
Shohei Ohtani, Simone Biles, Saquon Barkley lead big nominees list
Some of the biggest names in sports are nominated.
Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers) is up for Best MLB Player and Best Male Athlete. Simone Biles (gymnastics) is nominated for Best Female Athlete. Caitlin Clark, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Saquon Barkley, and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone are also in the running for major awards. Voting for fans is open until 5 p.m. ET on July 16 on the ESPN website.
Special ESPY honors
for 2025
The show will also honor inspiring people.
Arthur Ashe Award for Courage: Oscar Robertson
Jimmy V Award for Perseverance: Katie Schumacher-Cawley
Pat Tillman Award for Service: Greater Los Angeles first responders, David Walters, and Erin Regan
Icon Award: Diana Taurasi and Alex Morgan
Presenters and performers to watch for
Many famous names will be presenting awards, including Angela Bassett, Billie Jean King, Leslie Jones, Anthony Ramos, and Russell Wilson. Athletes like Lindsey Vonn, Trinity Rodman, and Matthew Stafford will also appear. Musical guests include Busta Rhymes, Clipse, and GELO.
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