The eligibility period ran from June 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024, mirroring that of the Primetime Emmy Awards.
[1] The winners will be announced during two ceremonies, one focused on creative and technical arts and the other dedicated to performances and programming.
The third annual Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to puppeteer Fran Brill.
[2] In December 2023, NATAS president Adam Sharp revealed that the 3rd Children's and Family Emmy Awards would have a new scheduling in early-2025, citing feedback from industry members who felt that its previous December scheduling disrupted the holiday season.
[3] A number of changes to categories and eligibility criteria will take effect for the 3rd Children's and Family Emmy Awards:[4][5] Nominees were announced on December 12, 2024.