Metro FM Music Awards 2026

MMA26 Weekend Guide: The Durban Takeover

This weekend, Durban transforms into the epicentre of South African entertainment as the Metro FM Music Awards 2026 rolls out a multi-layered celebration of music, culture, and lifestyle. From polished award moments to high-energy live shows and a soulful finale, MMA26 is curated for every kind of music lover.

The Main Event: Awards Night Elegance

 Venue: Durban ICC

 Saturday, 25 April

The crown jewel of the weekend is the official awards ceremony — a night defined by prestige and performance. Industry heavyweights gather to honour excellence, while audiences can expect standout live acts, fashion-forward red carpet appearances, and defining career moments.

 Access:

General: R750

VIP: R1100

(Available via Computicket)

 The Festival: Sound, Energy, Crowd

 People's Park at Moses Mabhida Stadium

 From 14:00 till late

The daytime pulse of MMA26 lives here. The festival delivers a packed, genre-spanning line-up, blending amapiano, gqom, and maskandi into one seamless outdoor experience.

On the line-up:

• Young Stunna
• DJ Tira
• Babes Wodumo
• Lamiez Holworthy
• Lerato Kganyago
• Khuzani Mpungose
• Big Nuz
• Dlala Mshunqisi
• Umafikizolo

Host: Somizi Mhlongo

Tickets:

General: R300

VIP: R750

Sunday Sessions: Love Movement Finale

Berea Rovers Sports Club

Sunday, 26 April | 12:00 till late

The final chapter leans into soulful sounds and curated live performances. It’s a more intimate, feel-good experience designed to wind down the weekend while keeping the energy alive.

Featuring:

Wilson B Nkosi

Naima Kay

Zama Jobe

Nomfundo Moh

Nontokozo Mkhize

MC: Khutso Theledi

Support DJs: DJ Zinhle, DJ Muntu Master Blaster

Tickets: Available via Ticketpro

The Metro FM Music Awards 2026 weekend is carefully layered — prestige, performance, and pure vibe. Whether you’re stepping into the elegance of Durban ICC, losing yourself in the crowd at Moses Mabhida Stadium, or closing things off at Berea Rovers Sports Club, one thing is clear: this is more than an event — it’s a moment.