The 2026 MAMA AWARDS has officially revealed its first performer lineup, featuring 12 acts across two chapters. ENHYPEN, BABYMONSTER, ILLIT, NCT WISH and RESCENE are scheduled for Chapter 1, while CORTIS, KiiiKiii, LE SSERAFIM, NAYEON of TWICE and ZEROBASEONE are among the Chapter 2 performers. The ceremony will take place on November 20 and 21 at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Osaka, Japan.
The lineup was announced by Mnet/CJ ENM on October 13. Below is the complete first list of performers and the schedule by chapter. More artist announcements may follow.
2026 MAMA AWARDS First Lineup: Full List
Chapter 1 — November 20, 2026
- ALPHA DRIVE ONE
- BABYMONSTER
- ENHYPEN
- ILLIT
- INI
- NCT WISH
- RESCENE
Chapter 1 brings seven acts to the opening day, including established performers and newer groups. ENHYPEN, BABYMONSTER, ILLIT and NCT WISH are among the names fans can look forward to seeing on the first night.
Chapter 2 — November 21, 2026
- CORTIS
- KiiiKiii
- LE SSERAFIM
- NAYEON (TWICE)
- ZEROBASEONE
The second chapter features five acts, including LE SSERAFIM, NAYEON, CORTIS and ZEROBASEONE. NAYEON is listed as a solo performer, with TWICE noted in parentheses in the official lineup.
Artists to Watch at the 2026 MAMA AWARDS
ENHYPEN
ENHYPEN is included in Chapter 1. The group is known for performance-driven stages and a global fanbase, making its appearance one of the key acts on the opening-day roster.
BABYMONSTER
BABYMONSTER will also perform on November 20. The YG Entertainment girl group is known for its vocal, rap and dance performances.
LE SSERAFIM and NAYEON
LE SSERAFIM and NAYEON are both scheduled for Chapter 2 on November 21. Their inclusion brings a mix of group and solo performance to the second day.
CORTIS, NCT WISH and ZEROBASEONE
CORTIS joins the second-day lineup, while NCT WISH is scheduled for Chapter 1 and ZEROBASEONE for Chapter 2. Their appearances add several different group styles to this year’s first performer announcement.
2026 MAMA AWARDS Dates, Venue and Streaming
- Event: 2026 MAMA AWARDS
- Dates: November 20–21, 2026
- Venue: KYOCERA DOME OSAKA
- Location: Osaka, Japan
- Chapter 1: November 20
- Chapter 2: November 21
- Global streaming: Mnet Plus; check official local listings for regional broadcast options
For more event details, see KWaveHub’s 2026 MAMA AWARDS dates, venue and fan events guide. You can also explore our Awards & Events and K-pop News coverage.
Will More Artists Be Announced?
This is the first performer lineup, with 12 acts announced across the two chapters. Readers should follow the official MAMA AWARDS and Mnet channels for any additional performers, stage information and viewing updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the 2026 MAMA AWARDS?
The ceremony will be held on November 20 and 21, 2026.
Where will the 2026 MAMA AWARDS take place?
The event will take place at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Osaka, Japan.
Which artists are in the first 2026 MAMA AWARDS lineup?
The first lineup includes ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, INI, NCT WISH, RESCENE, CORTIS, KiiiKiii, LE SSERAFIM, NAYEON (TWICE) and ZEROBASEONE.
Which artists perform on Chapter 1?
Chapter 1 on November 20 features ALPHA DRIVE ONE, BABYMONSTER, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, INI, NCT WISH and RESCENE.
Which artists perform on Chapter 2?
Chapter 2 on November 21 features CORTIS, KiiiKiii, LE SSERAFIM, NAYEON (TWICE) and ZEROBASEONE.
Is this the complete lineup?
This is the first announced lineup. Additional performers may be revealed in future announcements.
Stay Updated with KWaveHub
With 12 artists confirmed for the first announcement, the 2026 MAMA AWARDS is shaping up to bring two days of K-pop performances to Osaka. Bookmark KWaveHub’s Awards & Events section for further lineup updates, nominee coverage and event news.
Sources: Mnet/CJ ENM official first-lineup announcement · 2026 MAMA AWARDS Japan official website.
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