The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards are set for this weekend! Every year, music fans look forward to which of their favorite artists will take home a Moon Person trophy, and for the 2025 VMAs, some of the most famous artists are nominated for awards. From Lady Gaga to Bad Bunny, the nominees go on and on, but viewers need to know how to watch the show. After all, we’re in this era of streaming, so is there a way to live stream the VMAs?
Below, find out all your viewing options for this year’s VMAs.
Key Takeaways
- Viewing Options: The VMAs can be watched on CBS and MTV.
- Streaming Service: Paramount+ will offer a live stream of the event.
- Event Timing: The VMAs start at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
- Nominees: Artists like Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the nominees this year.
How to Watch the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards
Anyone can watch the 2025 VMAs on CBS and MTV. Both are part of the Paramount network, and as long as you have cable, these Paramount channels should be available.
This is the first time that the VMAs will air live on the CBS channel.
Can I Stream the VMAs 2025 Live? See Options
Yes, this year’s VMAs will be available to stream live on Paramount+.
What Time Are the 2025 VMAs?
The 2025 VMAs begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT at New York’s UBS Arena. But fans can also watch the pre-show at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. Hosted by Nessa + Kevan Kenney, the special will be one hour and will also air live on the Paramount channels, MTV and BET, BET Her, Comedy Central, CMT, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land and VH1.
VMAs 2025 Nominees: See the Full List
Video of the Year
- Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
- Billie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Darkroom/Interscope Records
- Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
- Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die With A Smile” – Interscope Records
- ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records
- Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island
- The Weeknd, Playboi Carti – “Timeless” – XO/Republic Records
