MOBO Awards 2026: Performers Announced
The MOBO Awards have revealed the first wave of performers for its 2026 ceremony, coming to Manchester for the first time on 26 March, marking the 30th anniversary celebration of the MOBO Organisation.
A stellar roster of women making waves across their respective genres. Olivia Dean, FLO and Tiwa Savage are the first artists confirmed to take the stage at this landmark celebration, with more performers and special honourees to be announced soon.
Europe’s biggest and most influential celebration of Black music and culture promises an unforgettable night of electrifying performances, powerful tributes and culture-shaping moments as MOBO marks its 30th anniversary.
We're looking forward to hosting the 2026 MOBO Awards and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the MOBO Organisation at Co-op Live. Roll on 26 March!
Alongside the first wave of performers announced, global hip-hop icon Eve and acclaimed comedian and broadcaster Eddie Kadi will host the 2026 MOBO Awards at Co-op Live.
Global hip-hop icon Eve is a trailblazing, award-winning artist with a glittering career that spans music, television and film. She is best known for her multi-million-selling records ‘Who’s That Girl’, ‘Gangsta Lovin’, and ‘Let Me Blow Your Mind’ featuring Gwen Stefani, which won the inaugural GRAMMY Award for Best Rap/Sung collaboration.
Eddie Kadi returns for the second consecutive year as our esteemed MOBO Awards host. A true master of entertainment and one of the UK’s most prominent comedians, Eddie is a multi-hyphenate comedian known for his unique brand of humour that references his heritage and cultural observations. He is a passionate advocate for African music, hosting BBC Radio 1Xtra’s The Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show and became the first Black British comedian to headline London’s O2.
