MOBO Awards 2026: All you need to know
The MOBO Awards head to Manchester for a huge night celebrating Black music and culture
Last updated 17th Mar 2026
Manchester, clear your diary for this one…
For the first time ever, the iconic MOBO Awards are heading to the city this March, taking over the Co-op Live Arena on Thursday 26th March for a night celebrating the very best in Black music, culture and creativity.
The celebrations begin with MOBO Fringe, a week-long programme of cultural events across Manchester in the lead-up to the awards, culminating in the main event at The Co-op Live.
And it’s a big year for MOBO.
2026 marks 30 years of MOBO as an organisation, celebrating three decades of championing talent, shaping culture and delivering unforgettable moments.
This year’s ceremony will be hosted by rap icon Eve alongside comedian Eddie Kadi.
The performance lineup is already stacked, with Slick Rick, Estelle, Shenseea, Olivia Dean, FLO, Tiwa Savage, Aitch and Myles Smith confirmed to take to the stage.
There will also be a special Grime celebration performance, featuring pioneers Wiley, Chip, Scorcher, D Double E and Nolay.
Special honours will also be presented on the night, including recognition for Pharrell Williams and Slick Rick, celebrating their incredible contributions to music and culture.
Safe to say… this is going to be a big one.
Limited tickets are still available, so grab them whilst you can here and keep it KISS XTRA for everything MOBO Awards on the night!
When is it?
The 2026 MOBO Awards take place on Thursday 26th March at The Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, the UK’s newest major entertainment venue.
How can I watch?
The 2026 MOBO Awards will be livestreamed on Thursday 26th March from 8pm GMT on the Amazon Music UK Twitch channel, you can tune in here and watch!
On Friday 27th, you can catch a special 'Access All Areas' show on BBC One from 11:25pm.
Who is performing?
The confirmed lineup includes: Slick Rick, Estelle, Shenseea, Olivia Dean, FLO, Tiwa Savage, Aitch and Myles Smith.
Plus a special Grime performance including Wiley, Chip, Scorcher, D Double E and Nolay.
How can I get tickets?
Limited tickets are available. Grab your MOBO Awards tickets here!