Bigo Live to Shine in Seoul with Seventh Annual Awards Gala
Bigo Live, one of the world’s fastest-growing social live streaming platforms with over 600 million registered users across more than 150 countries, has announced its seventh annual BIGO Awards Gala.
Themed “Seoul Lights, Bigo Nights”, the prestigious ceremony will take place at KBS Hall in Seoul on Friday, 23 January 2026, celebrating the creativity and achievements of the platform’s global content creators.
The gala will bring together over 1,200 guests from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Africa. The evening will commence with a public red-carpet event, giving attendees a first glimpse of the energy and vibrancy of the celebration.
A Bigo Live spokesperson said: “Seoul’s dynamic energy is the perfect backdrop for our 2026 Gala. ‘Seoul Lights, Bigo Nights’ reflects how our creators illuminate the platform with their talent and passion. We are excited to unite our global community in this vibrant city to celebrate their achievements and the powerful connections they have built.”
Over 200 content creators and families will be honoured for their outstanding contributions over the past year, with winners receiving trophies and in-app rewards. Select honourees will also be featured on digital billboards in Gangnam’s high-profile media district, extending recognition beyond the platform.
The evening will feature a diverse programme of live performances, including appearances by South Korean girl groups FIFTY FIFTY and tripleS, alongside international music acts. Bigo Live will also unveil a special blind-box collection featuring its mascot, mini-Dinos, adding an element of surprise for attendees.
For global audiences, the BIGO Awards Gala 2026 will be broadcast live on Bigo Live’s Music Live House channel (Bigo ID: music) and the official website Bigo.tv, with the Red Carpet starting at 3:00 pm (GMT+9) and the Gala Ceremony at 7:00 pm (GMT+9). Viewers will be able to vote in real-time for three special awards: Most Popular Broadcaster, Most Popular Family, and Gala Star.
