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The 2026 The Fact Music Awards is coming to Busan on September 19, bringing K-pop performances and award presentations together for one busy Saturday. Whether you are planning to cheer from the stadium or watch from the United States, a little preparation will help you enjoy the event without scrambling for links at the last minute. Here is your guide to the announced lineup, local start times, and official viewing options.

When and Where Is the Event?

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This year’s ceremony takes place at Busan Asiad Main Stadium in South Korea. The red carpet is scheduled for 4 p.m. Korean Standard Time, followed by the main awards ceremony at 6 p.m. KST on Saturday, September 19.

After editions in Japan in 2024 and Macau in 2025, the event returns to South Korea for its ninth edition. For international fans, that makes Busan the setting for this year’s shared celebration of Korean music. 

Who Is on the TMA 2026 Lineup?

The 2026 The Fact Music Awards takes place on Saturday, September 19, with the following schedule:

• Red carpet: 4 p.m. KST

• Main awards ceremony: 6 p.m. KST

All times are in Korean Standard Time. If you’re attending in person, check your ticket’s entry instructions and allow enough time to reach your seat before the ceremony begins.

How to Watch the TMA 2026 Livestream

The organizers list different viewing platforms by region:

• United States and other regions outside Korea and Japan: hellolive.

• South Korea: NAVER CHZZK.

• Japan: niconico live.

American viewers should start with the official viewing guide, which links to the regional services, including the hellolive event page.

Before showtime, confirm the platform’s access requirements, current price if applicable, supported devices, and whether replay viewing is included. Do not assume that live access automatically includes an on-demand replay.

If you are organizing a watch party, have everyone check access in advance. Test your sound, charge your device, and decide whether you want to follow live reactions or keep your attention on the broadcast.

Where Can You Find TMA 2026 Tickets?

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For in-person attendance, use the ticket services linked from the official viewing guide. The page lists regional ticketing options, including Trip.com, alongside other providers. Current availability and booking conditions must be checked with the relevant seller.

Read the entry instructions attached to your booking, especially ticket collection, identification requirements, and the assigned entrance. Save your confirmation somewhere accessible on your phone before leaving for the venue.

Keep the surrounding day flexible. Leave room for queues, the weather, and your return journey rather than scheduling another reservation immediately after the show.

TrendyPicker’s Take: Make Room for Discovery

A K-pop awards show gives you a different viewing rhythm from a single-artist concert. You can enjoy the anticipation around your favorite act while paying attention to artists you have not followed closely.

Try keeping a short note of one song, one performance detail, and one artist you want to revisit afterward. It turns a busy broadcast into a more personal music discovery session.

Whether you are heading to Busan or watching before sunrise, the 2026 The Fact Music Awards offers a reason to gather around the music. Bookmark the official guide, confirm your local start time, and get your watch setup ready.