Get Your 2026 MTV VMA Tickets!
Some award shows may be swankier (and snobbier), but none are cooler than the VMAs. The fun-filled moments and fist-pumping tunes of the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards are still fresh in our minds, but we’re already looking forward to the next edition of the VMAs, which is right around the corner.
In case you missed out on VMA tickets last year, now is your chance to reserve your award show passes for 2026! All you have to do is join our email list, or give us a call. As a VIP Concierge insider, you’ll have first dibs on our full selection of VIP ticket packages to award shows and A-list events, including the 2026 MTV VMAs. Did we mention that it’s free to sign up? You could be front and center for an epic celebration of all things pop and pop culture. Aren’t you excited?
What to Expect at the MTV Video Music Awards
While we can’t predict what will happen at the 2026 VMAs (uh, nobody can … not even the producers!), we know that it’s going to be awesome. The VMAs are famous for their unforgettable moments. If you’ve tuned in over the past 40-some years, you’ll remember plenty of vignettes, such as Rage Against the Machine’s bass player’s show-stopping protest and Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift’s Best Video acceptance speech. What about the Britney-Madonna lip lock and Howard Stern’s Fartman flying in from the rafters? Most of all, we can’t forget Miley Cyrus twerking, even though we try. Anything could happen at this year’s show! You don’t want to miss it!
Nominees and Voting for the 2026 VMAs
One thing we like about the VMAs, and we like a lot of things, is that the fans get to vote for their favorite performers. Other award shows have changed their voting methods over the years. And some only rely on industry insiders to make the final cut. On the other hand, MTV knows what matters: your opinion. Whether you’re into strong female songwriters like Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift or prefer the thick urban beats perfected by Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj and BigXthaPlug, your vote will be counted.
When Will the 2026 VMA Nominees Be Announced?
MTV typically releases its full list of VMA nominees in early August about a month before the award show. We’ll make sure to let you know who’s in contention as soon as possible. In the meantime, here’s who scored big props at the 2025 VMAs.
- Lady Gaga was the year’s VMA standout with a whopping 12 nominations. These nods largely came from her hit collab with Bruno Mars “Die with a Smile” as well as the incredible art direction and cinematography on “Abracadabra.”
- Speaking of Bruno Mars, the serial hitmaker was close behind with 11 nominations for his collabs with Lada Gaga on “Die with a Smile” and ROSÉ on “ATP.”
- Kendrick Lamar has been one of the most nominated artists at multiple award shows in the past year, but he hasn’t always scored the trophies. This year, he received 10 VMA noms, including Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Album of the Year.
- Other top nominees include ROSÉ and Sabrina Carpenter with eight nods each and Ariana Grande and The Weeknd with seven
- Doechii got plenty of traction for her hip-hop crossover hit “Anxiety,” and Tate McRae and Charli xcx were among the all-star list of singers up for Best Pop Artist.
When the nominees are released, don’t forget to visit MTV.com to cast your vote. Polls typically stay open until Friday before the award show. Fans can vote for their favorites up to 10 times per day leading the big event. Who will you vote for to win a 2026 VMA? Don’t worry. You got time to think about it! But when it comes to scoring VIP VMA tickets, you need to make up your mind soon.
Who Won a VMA in 2025?
Every year, the list of VMA nominees is pure talent. Last year’s list of contenders was as strong as ever, but here’s who came out on top.
- Lady Gaga cleaned up, winning four awards, including Artist of the Year before skipping out to perform for her Little Monsters in Madison Square Garden.
- Ariana Grande took home four awards, including a Moon Person for Video of the Year for “Brighter Days Ahead.”
- After claiming the title of Best New Artist in 2024, Sabrina Carpenter followed up strong with three more VMA wins in 2025.
- Special award recipients Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes and Ricky Martin were on hand to receive their trophies and perform. Killah!
- Notably, Taylor Swift skipped the 2025 award ceremony due to her upcoming album. Although she didn’t win an award, she’s still tied with Beyonce for the all-time record of 30 wins! We have a feeling she’ll be back in 2026. See ya, Taylor!
VMA History and Amazing Moments
MTV has been broadcasting hits morning, noon and night for more than 40 years, which is longer than many of today’s music fans have been alive. The very first VMAs were hosted by entertainment legends Bette Midler and Dan Aykroyd way back in 1984. Since then, the torch has been passed to an impressive string of A-listers ranging from Marlon Wayans and Eddie Murphy to LL Cool J and Nicki Minaj. The funny thing is, the show just keeps getting better!
There’s a reason why the VMAs are called the Super Bowl for youth. Untold millions of youngsters, along with the young at heart, (actually, over 320 million households in 150 countries) will be watching. Since each vote counts, fans are vested in the process and revel as each winner is revealed. Make sure to vote for your favorites because we’re ready to take you there when those adorable Moon Person trophies are handed out to the most deserving candidates.
Red Carpet Looks and Show-Stopping Performances
Another thing fans have come to expect are controversial red carpet looks ranging from fabulous to flat-out fails. How about Tyla’s Shamwow-inspired mop string gown? What about Doja Cat’s nude spiderweb dress from 2023 or Katy Perry’s female “The Castaway” look from 2024? And Lil Nas X actually looked like a moon man, or some kinda Mars Optimus robot at Jiffy-Lube in 2024. Were those funnels sticking out of his head?! As one onlooker said, “They like to dress up, but they don’t know how.” However, these celebrities and their sexy dates definitely know how to entertain on stage and on the red carpet. While the outfits are a big part of this star-studded award show, it’s all about the music and the sizzling-hot live performances.
Who’s Performing at the 2026 VMAs?
Friends, we’re excited too, but unfortunately, it’s too soon to predict who will be performing at the 2026 MTV VMA Awards. The first round of performers is typically released in mid August, and additional special guests and award recipients are announced closer to the event.
No matter what music fans are predicting on Reddit and Gold Derby, we know that MTV will organize an impressive lineup of entertainers, so it’s sure to be great. It’s one of the few award shows where you can see not one or two but a giant handful of the biggest stars performing their chart-topping hits. So why not reserve your own VIP tickets now?
2026 VMA Tickets From VIP Concierge
Every year, we put together several totally awesome VIP VMA ticket packages. We want you and your BFF(s) to enjoy the award show and performances up close alongside other privileged guests. We work as hard as NASA astronauts, if not harder, to bring you these exclusive tickets, but they won’t last long. Here’s what you can expect:
- Incredible live performances and collabs
- Endless celebrity sightings
- Exciting award show reveals
- Surprise special guests and performers
- Unforgettable moments
- Laugh-out-loud presentations
If you’ve had your eye on award show tickets for a while or if you’ve been to other red carpet events, you can’t go wrong with VIP tickets to the VMAs. Like visiting Old Faithful on a trip to Yellowstone, it’s a must-see for any music fan. There’s a reason why this is one of our most popular VIP events year after year. We typically offer a selection of upper- and lower-level VIP seats depending on your budget. Make sure to join our email list for more details.
Reserve Your 2026 VMA Tickets Today!
The 2026 MTV VMAs will be held on Sunday, September 6th at UBS Arena, just outside glitzy, glamorous New York City. Let us help you plan your next adventure. At the VMAs, you never know what to expect, but you can be sure that it will be great. Be part of pop culture history. Check out the ticket packages above, or get in touch if you have questions. It’s time to score your 2026 VIP VMA tickets!
