MAMA Awards 2026
Global K-pop awards in Osaka
The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will take place on November 20 and 21 at Kyocera Dome Osaka, Japan. CJ ENM has confirmed the two-day event, the introduction of MAMA FAN FESTA and worldwide streaming through Mnet Plus. The exact ceremony start time has not yet been officially announced.
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Reference time:JST (Hora estándar de Japón)
About the Event
The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will take place over two days, November 20 and 21, at Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan. CJ ENM has confirmed the dates and venue for the new edition, continuing the international growth of one of K-pop's major award shows. The 2026 event will introduce MAMA FAN FESTA for the first time, creating an additional fan-focused experience that expands the celebration beyond the main ceremony. The awards will also stream live worldwide through Mnet Plus. At this time, the organizer has not yet announced an official ceremony start time.
Dates and venue
CJ ENM has confirmed that the 2026 MAMA AWARDS will be held on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21 at Kyocera Dome Osaka. Japan will once again host the awards as the event continues its international focus and connection with the global K-pop community.
MAMA FAN FESTA
The 2026 edition will introduce MAMA FAN FESTA for the first time, expanding the fan experience around the awards. The new format will include additional experiences and activities both on site and online, placing fans at the center of the wider celebration.
A global celebration
The MAMA AWARDS have evolved from their origins as a Korean music ceremony into an international K-pop event. The 2026 edition will continue that global direction under the Music Makes ONE concept, with performances and content designed for fans around the world.
Worldwide streaming
CJ ENM has confirmed that the 2026 MAMA AWARDS will stream live worldwide through Mnet Plus. The official platform already has a dedicated page for the 2026 edition, while the specific ceremony start times have not yet been announced.
When it starts
Highlights
November 20–21, 2026 in Osaka.
Kyocera Dome Osaka will host the event.
Two-day awards ceremony.
MAMA FAN FESTA will debut in 2026.
The celebration continues under the Music Makes ONE concept.
Worldwide streaming on Mnet Plus.
Exact ceremony start time has not been announced.