The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will return to Japan for a two-day celebration of K-pop on November 20–21, 2026, at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Osaka, Japan.
Presented by title sponsor Visa, this year’s ceremony will continue MAMA’s global format while introducing new ways for fans to participate through MAMA FAN FESTA and the returning MAMA SUPER FAN program.
The awards will also be streamed worldwide through Mnet Plus, allowing fans outside Japan to follow the event online.
When Are the MAMA Awards 2026?
The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will take place on:
- Date: November 20–21, 2026
- Venue: KYOCERA DOME OSAKA
- Location: Osaka, Japan
- Duration: Two days
- Worldwide streaming: Mnet Plus
The two-day format gives MAMA another opportunity to bring performances, awards and fan-focused activities together as part of its annual global K-pop celebration.
Where Will MAMA Awards 2026 Be Held?
The ceremony will be held at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA, one of Japan’s major large-scale event venues.
This will continue MAMA’s history of holding its ceremony outside South Korea. The awards have previously been staged in locations including Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Macau and the United States.
MAMA FAN FESTA Is Coming in 2026
One of the biggest additions to the 2026 event is MAMA FAN FESTA.
For the first time, MAMA is expanding its fan experience beyond the main awards ceremony with additional online and offline programs and special collaborations.
The organizers describe FAN FESTA as part of a broader effort to give fans more ways to experience MAMA and participate in the celebration beyond simply watching the ceremony. More specific FAN FESTA programs are expected to be announced separately.
What Is MAMA SUPER FAN?
MAMA SUPER FAN is a fan-participation program that allows global K-pop fans to take part in the awards process.
The program returned for its third year in 2026. SUPER FAN participants serve as representatives of global K-pop fans and take part in selecting nominees for the FANS’ CHOICE category.
For 2026, applications were held through Mnet Plus from August 27 to September 6, 2026, with the SUPER FAN participants announced on September 10.
MAMA Awards 2026 FANS’ CHOICE
The FANS’ CHOICE category continues to give fans a role in the MAMA Awards process.
Through MAMA SUPER FAN and related fan-participation activities, global K-pop fans can have a role in determining the nominees connected to this category.
As additional voting and nomination information becomes available, this section can be updated with the confirmed details.
How Can Fans Watch MAMA Awards 2026?
The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will be available for worldwide live streaming through Mnet Plus.
This allows international fans to follow the two-day ceremony even if they cannot attend the event in Osaka.
Additional broadcast or streaming details can be added once officially confirmed.
Is the MAMA Awards 2026 Lineup Announced?
The full performer lineup should be treated separately from the event’s confirmed date and venue information.
At this stage, avoid listing artists as confirmed performers unless their participation has been officially announced by MAMA AWARDS, CJ ENM or the relevant artist’s agency.
A separate article can be created and updated as the MAMA Awards 2026 lineup is officially revealed.
MAMA Awards 2026 Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | 2026 MAMA AWARDS |
| Dates | November 20–21, 2026 |
| Venue | KYOCERA DOME OSAKA |
| City | Osaka, Japan |
| Format | Two-day awards ceremony |
| Worldwide streaming | Mnet Plus |
| New fan initiative | MAMA FAN FESTA |
| Fan program | MAMA SUPER FAN |
| FANS’ CHOICE | Fan-participation category |
| Title sponsor | Visa |
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the MAMA Awards 2026?
The 2026 MAMA AWARDS will take place on November 20–21, 2026.
Where are the MAMA Awards 2026?
The ceremony will be held at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Osaka, Japan.
Will MAMA Awards 2026 be streamed online?
Yes. The ceremony will be streamed worldwide through Mnet Plus.
What is MAMA FAN FESTA?
MAMA FAN FESTA is a new fan-focused initiative introduced for the 2026 MAMA AWARDS, featuring additional online and offline programs connected to the ceremony.
What is MAMA SUPER FAN?
MAMA SUPER FAN is a global fan-participation program that gives selected fans a role in the FANS’ CHOICE nomination process. The 2026 edition is the program’s third year.
Has the MAMA Awards 2026 lineup been announced?
The performer lineup should only be added to this article when artists are officially confirmed by MAMA AWARDS, CJ ENM or their respective agencies.
What venue will host MAMA Awards 2026?
The 2026 ceremony will be held at KYOCERA DOME OSAKA in Osaka, Japan.
