The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) celebrate the best in music videos and pop culture. The 2026 MTV VMAs take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Los Angeles, California — the event's first return to LA since 2017. The ceremony airs live on CBS and streams on Paramount+, beginning at 8:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM CT.
The 2026 MTV VMAs air live on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET in Los Angeles, California.
The 2026 MTV VMAs are held in Los Angeles, California — the first return to LA since 2017.
The MTV VMAs 2026 air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
The MTV VMA trophy, known as the Moonperson, depicts an astronaut planting an MTV flag on the moon. It is one of the most recognizable trophies in music.
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