The Melon Music Awards 2026 has unveiled the first artists set to appear at this year’s ceremony.
The opening lineup includes PLAVE, RIIZE, NCT WISH, ALPHA DRIVE ONE and LNGSHOT.
The 18th edition of the awards is scheduled for 14 and 15 November 2026 at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea.
This year’s concept focuses on connection, under the event message “K-POP CONNECT: The New Pulse.”
For European fans planning a Korea trip or following the show online, further performer announcements and event details are expected closer to the ceremony.
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