Event Overview
The 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) mark the third edition of the annual year‑end celebration dedicated to honoring achievements in Korean pop music and related entertainment fields. This year the ceremony expands to two nights, taking place on November 7 and November 8, 2026. Fans worldwide can follow the festivities either in person at the new location or through various streaming options outlined below.
Venue Change Details
For the first time the awards will be held at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul instead of the previous site, the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon. The organizing committee decided on the move to increase seating capacity and improve accessibility for a larger audience. The shift also reflects the growing popularity of the KGMA, allowing more supporters to enjoy the live atmosphere.
Host Line‑Up
Day One (November 7) will be co‑hosted by actress Nam Ji‑Hyun, returning for her third consecutive stint, and Woni, the vocalist who debuted with RESCENE in March 2024. Their combined experience promises a smooth opening night.
On Day Two (November 8) the stage will be shared by actor Kim Jae‑Won and Liz from the girl group IVE. This pairing blends seasoned acting talent with fresh idol energy, aiming to keep the audience engaged throughout the second evening.
Performance Schedule – Day One
The first night features a diverse mix of established acts and emerging talents:
- ALLDAY PROJECT
- AND2BLE
- CLOSE YOUR EYES
- CRAVITY
- Dayoung
- FIFTY FIFTY
- IDID
- Jang Min Ho
- LUCY
- MADEIN
- MEOVV
- NouerA
- Japanese group Novelbright
- P1Harmony
- RESCENE
- TREASURE
- tripleS
- TUIDE
- xikers
- Young K from DAY6
These performances set the tone for a vibrant start to the awards weekend.
Performance Schedule – Day Two
Night Two continues the momentum with another strong roster:
- ATEEZ
- RIIZE
- Hearts2Hearts
- KiiiKiii
- AHOF
- Yena
- SHINee’s Minho
- TOUCHED
- Park Ji Hyeon
- ITZY
- ALPHA DRIVE ONE
- Billlie
- MONSTA X’s Shownu X Hyungwon (see update below)
- KickFlip
- NEXZ
- TWS
- WayV
- AEN
Both evenings aim to showcase chart‑topping hits, stage‑craft innovations, and collaborations that highlight the evolving landscape of K‑pop.
Presenter Line‑Up
Presenters bring additional glamour and insight to the ceremony.
Day One presenters: Cha Jun‑hwan, Chae Jong‑hyeop, Choi Mina Sue, Go Youn‑jung, HA:TFELT, Jung Da‑bin, Kim Hyang‑gi, Kim Min, Kwak Sun‑young, Lee Sun‑min, Moon Sang‑min, Na In‑woo, Park Gyuri of Kara, Park Seo‑ham, Song Si‑an, Yoo Young‑woo.
Day Two presenters: Kim Mu‑jun, Kim Ji‑hoon, Roh Jeong‑eui, Park Kyung‑hye, OH MY GIRL’s Arin, Yewon, Oh Se‑young, Won Ji‑an, Lee Ki‑taek, Lee Min‑ki, Lee Sun‑bin, Lee Joo‑bin, Lee Jun‑ho, Lee Chae‑min, Jeon Yeo‑been, Jung Kyung‑ho, Jung In‑sun, Jo Aram, Cho Yi‑hyun, Cho Jun‑young, Jin Ki‑joo, Choi Hyun‑wook, Han Sun‑hwa.
It should be noted that Jo Aram will be unable to attend due to an injury sustained while filming her upcoming TVING series “Gracefully Killing You” on October 30, 2026. All other listed presenters are confirmed to participate.
Broadcast Information
Viewers in South Korea can tune into the live telecast on ENA Channel, while audiences in Japan will receive the broadcast via Hulu Japan. For international fans outside those two territories (excluding Japan and China), the ceremony will be streamed in real time on TikTok LIVE through the official KGMA account. Both nights commence at 5 PM KST, offering a convenient window for global viewers to enjoy the shows.
Health Update on Shownu
Originally slated to perform as part of the Shownu X Hyungwon unit, Shownu’s participation has been cancelled due to ongoing health concerns. Despite this, Hyungwon and the remaining members of MONSTA X will still be present at the event, ensuring the group’s representation remains intact.
