Last updated: October 2026
Quick answer: The Melon Music Awards 2026 (MMA2026) will be held on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Gocheok Sky Dome in southwest Seoul. It is the first time in the show’s roughly 18-year history that the ceremony spreads over two days, under the slogan “K-POP CONNECT: The New Pulse.” The first lineup announcement named PLAVE, RIIZE, NCT WISH, ALPHA DRIVE ONE and LNGSHOT, with more artists still to come. Ticket details were not final when this was written, so confirm them before you book flights.
Table of Contents
- What Is New About MMA2026?
- Who Is Performing So Far?
- How Do I Get Tickets?
- How Do I Get to Gocheok Sky Dome?
- Where Should I Stay?
- How Do I Plan a Trip Around It?
What Is New About MMA2026?
The Melon Music Awards is one of Korea’s major year-end music ceremonies, voted on and streamed through the Melon platform. For 2026 the organizers are moving to a two-show format for the first time, as reported by Korea JoongAng Daily, with the stage at Gocheok Sky Dome on November 14 and 15. For visitors, two days means two chances to catch a favorite group, but it also means each day will likely feature a different set of artists, so check which day your group is on before choosing a flight.
Who Is Performing So Far?
The first lineup, announced in mid-September, includes PLAVE, RIIZE, NCT WISH, ALPHA DRIVE ONE and LNGSHOT. Additional performers are expected to be announced closer to the date, and the split between the two days had not been confirmed in the sources we checked. Treat any fan-site timetable as unofficial until the organizers publish it. Details are also summarized by Soompi.
How Do I Get Tickets?
Ticketing information had not been published when this guide was prepared, so there is no price or on-sale date to quote. Award-show tickets in Korea often go through a domestic ticketing platform and can require a Korean phone number or ID, which is a hurdle for overseas fans. Watch the official Melon Music Awards channels, and do not book non-refundable flights until you know whether you can actually get a seat. If you cannot get in, the ceremony is normally streamed online. For general advice on booking K-pop events as a visitor, see our K-pop in Seoul guide.
How Do I Get to Gocheok Sky Dome?
Gocheok Sky Dome sits in Guro District, southwest of central Seoul. The usual route is Subway Line 1 to Guil Station, followed by a walk of roughly ten minutes, and Cheonwang Station on Line 7 is another option. Allow 40 to 60 minutes from central Seoul, and expect packed platforms right after the show ends. Buy or load a transit card before the day, and see the guide to getting around Seoul for apps, cards and late-night taxi tips. If you are heading to other November shows too, our fall 2026 Seoul concerts roundup lists them, including the Jason Mraz Seoul concert on the same Saturday.
Where Should I Stay?
For a dome show in Guro, the easiest bases are Guro and Sindorim (closest, quiet at night), Yeongdeungpo and Yeouido (more restaurants, direct subway links) or a central area such as Hongdae if you want nightlife and accept a longer ride home. Our where to stay in Seoul guide compares the neighborhoods. Mid-November is still busy autumn season and award weekends fill rooms near the venue, so it pays to compare Seoul hotel rates for your dates🏨 or check availability along the subway lines🏨 early.
How Do I Plan a Trip Around It?
Arrive at least a day early so a delayed flight does not cost you your show day. If you are flying from the US, you can compare flights into Seoul✈️ for mid-November. Because the ceremony is on a weekend, keep a free day on either side for sightseeing, and check dates and lineups again a week before you fly, since the schedule and artist list can still change.
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