One of the biggest nights of the year in music is here and if you're planning to watch the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, Sling makes it easy to catch all the star-studded moments, from the opening performance to the night's biggest awards.
The 2026 VMAs will take place live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 27, at 7:30 p.m. ET across CBS and MTV. The ceremony marks the first time since 2017 that the VMAs will be held on the West Coast.
Snoop Dogg will host, while Madonna will open the ceremony as part of a star-studded lineup of performers. Madonna also leads this year's nominees with 11 nods, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for "Bring Your Love."
Taylor Swift follows with nine nominations, including Artist
of the Year, Video of the Year and Best Pop for "The Fate of Ophelia." With major performances and some of music's biggest names in the running, here's everything to know about how to stream the 2026 MTV VMAs with Sling.
How to stream 2026 VMAs with Sling
To watch the 2026 VMAs, you'll need a Sling Blue or a Sling Orange subscription. Sling offers monthly plans for entertainment and reality TV watchers, including an Entertainment Extra add-on.
You can also subscribe to a 1 Day Pass and add the Entertainment Extra pack to watch the show with a 24-hour subscription.
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When are the 2026 VMAs?
The 2026 VMAs will take place on Sunday, Sept. 27, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
What time are the 2026 VMAs?
The 2026 VMAs will air live at Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. ET/ 4:30 p.m. PT across CBS and MTV.
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Who is hosting the 2026 VMAs?
Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards.
Who is performing at the 2026 VMAs?
The VMA stage is filled with a star-studded lineup, among the performers include:
- Madonna
- Kacey Musgraves (Dolly Parton Tribute)
- GENER8ION and Yung Lean
- LISA
- RAYE
- Shaboozey and Gunna
- SIENNA SPIRO
Who is nominated for 2026 VMAs?
Madonna leads the 2026 VMA nominees with 11 nods including artist of the year and song of the year for "Bring Your Love." She's followed by Taylor Swift with nine nominations, including artist of the year, video of the year and best pop for "The Fate of Ophelia." See the full list of nominees here.
Is Taylor Swift going to be at the 2026 VMAs?
While Taylor Swift has not publicly confirmed whether she will attend the 2026 VMAs, there are several reasons to expect her presence. She has earned nine nominations this year and is set to receive the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors, a first-of-its-kind award recognizing her work behind the camera.
Swift will also debut the music video for her new song, "Patient Zero," during Sunday night’s ceremony, giving her another connection to the event even if she does not appear in person.
Still, her plans could depend in part on husband Travis Kelce's NFL schedule. The Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to face the Miami Dolphins at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Sept. 27, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.
For now, Swift's VMAs appearance remains unconfirmed. However, with nine nominations, a historic honor and a new music video set to premiere during the show, fans will be watching closely to see whether she makes an appearance.
What is a Sling 1 Day Pass?
Sling's 1 Day Pass gives you instant 24-hour access. It's perfect for a big game, an awards show, an impromptu movie night, or a news cycle you simply cannot miss.
How much is a Sling 1 Day Pass ?
The Sling 1 Day Pass is $4.99, not including any add-ons.
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What add-ons are available for a Sling Pass?
Sling offers a variety of extras that you can add on to any Sling package, but there are several available for Sling passes:
- Sports extra
- Entertainment/Hollywood Extra
- News extra
- Heartland extra
What is Sling's Entertainment Extra add-on?
Sling's Entertainment Extra add-on is $6 per month when added to a Sling Orange or Sling Blue plan. The Extra is ideal for viewers who enjoy reality TV, classic sitcoms and lifestyle programming.
- Sling Orange: This is Sling's base plan with over 30 channels, including CNN, BBC America, Freeform, Disney, ESPN, Comedy Central and more.
- Entertainment Extra add-on: For those who add the Entertainment Extra to your Sling Orange plan, you'll get 14 additional entertainment channels, including Paramount, MTV, TruTV, MTV2, CMT and Cartoon Network Adult Swim.
What's the difference between Sling Blue and Sling Orange+ Blue?
Sling Orange + Blue: The Sling Orange + Blue package offers 50+ live channels, including ESPN, NFL Network, USA, TNT, Bravo, FOX News, CNN and more. With this plan, you can also watch on up to four devices at a time.
Sling Orange: The Sling Orange package has over 30 channels, including popular networks like ESPN, Disney Channel, CNN and HGTV. This is a popular pick for families and sports fans who want access to live game coverage and kid-friendly content. Sling Orange allows streaming on one device.
Sling Blue: The Sling Blue package includes 40+ channels, including NFL Network, Bravo, CNN, FOX News, and more. You can stream up to three devices simultaneously with the Sling Blue plan.
How much does Sling's Entertainment Extra add-on cost?
Here's a breakdown of how much a Entertainment Extra add-on costs when added to certain passes and plans:
$6 per month when added to Sling Orange + Blue
$1 when added to a Sling 1 Day Pass
$2 when added to a Sling 3 Day Pass
$3 when added to a Sling 7 Day Pass
$6 per month when added to Sling Orange or Sling Blue
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How to watch the 2026 MTV VMAs live, here's how to steam with Sling
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