It’s been seven years since Hong Kong last hosted Asia’s most electrifying music event, and now, the wait is over. The 2025 MAMA Awards, the region’s premier K-pop celebration, is making its grand return to the city with a two-nightcelebration on November 28 and 29 at the newly opened 50,000-seat Kai Tak Stadium.
Presented by CJ ENM and sponsored by Visa, this year’s MAMA Awards promise a full-scale sensory experience that includes jaw-dropping performances, dazzling visuals, and appearances from some of the biggest names in K-pop.
The awards span a wide range of categories, from Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year, to genre-specific honors like Best Dance Performance, Best Vocal Performance, and Best Rap & Hip Hop Performance.
This year’s nominations reflect both global dominance and fresh talent. Superstars like aespa, BABYMONSTER, and ZEROBASEONEare up for awards, while rising acts such as Hearts2Hearts,CORTIS, and BabyDONTCry are making their MAMA debut with nods in the Best New Artist category. The awards also include fan-voted categories, giving international audiences a direct voice in the celebration.
The ticketing rollout is choreographed. Fans can choose from a wide range of seating options, with prices starting at HK$899 and climbing to HK$2,599 for premium seats with dedicated entry lanes. A limited Blind Ticket Sale opened on September 30, offering early access to front-row seats on a first-come, first-served basis.
Visa cardholders enjoy exclusive presale access via Cityline:
- Visa Infinite Presale: October 17, 10 AM–2 PM
- Visa Presale: October 17, 6PM – October 18, 2 PM
- General Sale: October 20, 10AM HKT
With Hong Kong’s skyline as the backdrop and Kai Tak Stadium as the stage, this event marks a new chapter in the city’s relationship with global pop culture. It’s a celebration of music, fandom, and the power of performance to unite across borders.
Location: Kai Tak Stadium, 38-39 Shing Kai Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon, Hong Kong
