TikTok launches its first US awards show — TikTok Awards set for Dec 18
TikTok has announced its first-ever awards show in the United States: the TikTok Awards will take place on December 18 at 9PM ET at the Hollywood Palladium. The event will be livestreamed on TikTok, with Tubi scheduled to stream the ceremony the following day.
Nominees cover creator-focused categories such as Creator of the Year, Video of the Year, Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Muse of the Year. Most nominees are influencers and short-form creators; public voting will open on November 18 via a voting portal inside the TikTok app.
Key details
- Date & time: December 18, 9PM ET (Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles)
- How to watch: Live on TikTok; Tubi will stream the event the next day
- Voting: Opens November 18 through TikTok’s in-app voting portal
- Awards: Categories include Creator of the Year, Video of the Year, Breakthrough Artist and more
Why this matters
Bringing a live awards gala to the US highlights TikTok’s influence in pop culture and creator economies. The show mixes red‑carpet glitz, live performances and fan voting — a glossier, more event‑driven approach than some rival platform awards that have opted for remote or mailed recognitions.
TikTok has held similar award events in other countries before, but this marks a milestone for its US presence. The fan‑voting model and livestream format aim to maximize community engagement and spotlight creators who have driven trends and viral moments on the platform.
Practical notes
- If you want to vote, look for TikTok’s official voting portal inside the app starting Nov 18 — TikTok will likely publish rules, eligibility and timelines in‑app.
- Expect a mix of influencer nominees and occasional mainstream names; formats such as Video of the Year typically emphasize viral short clips rather than traditional journalism or longform work.
- For those who can’t catch the live stream, Tubi’s next‑day stream offers an easy fallback.
For the original report and nomination list, see the coverage (opens in a new tab): Engadget — TikTok announces its first-ever awards show in the US.
Discussion: Will you vote in the TikTok Awards — and which creator or clip would you nominate for Video of the Year?