Mobo Awards to be held in Coventry
It's being hosting by the CBS Arena on the 5th December
Last updated 29th Oct 2021
The UK’s biggest celebration of black music and culture, is going to be held in Coventry this year.
The MOBO Awards, is back on Sunday 5 December at Coventry Building Society Arena.
The ceremony will be live-streamed on YouTube, and tickets to be there in Coventry are going on sale tomorrow (Friday 29th October).
Over the past two decades, the MOBO Awards stage has seen some unforgettable performances from British stars like Stormzy, Tinie Tempah, Craig David, and theSugababes.
It has also continued to become pivotal firsts for homegrown talent like Krept & Konan.
Since 1996, the MOBO Organisation has discovered and supported talent in music, film and TV.
MOBO operates 365 days a year to create events, content, partnerships and opportunities for young people in the entertainment industries and beyond.
Last year's virtual ceremony was hosted by Maya Jama and Chunkz.
Kanya King CBE, Founder and CEO of MOBO Group, said:
“In 2020, we proudly did the unthinkable by producing an awards show amid a global pandemic, which was no easy feat. This year, we are delighted to be returning to a live format in the incredible city of Coventry.
"Over the past 24 years, the MOBO Awards has set a precedent for delivering memorable moments and iconic performances, and this year’s ceremony will be no different.
"I can say for certain that the MOBO Awards on the 5th December is going to be the most significant event in UK Black culture this year.
Councillor George Duggins, Leader of Coventry City Council said:
“We are absolutely delighted to be the host city for the MOBO Awards as we feel Coventry is the perfect venue to welcome the UK’s biggest celebration of Black music and culture. As a proud and modern multi-cultural city and one that has an excellent national reputation for successfully hosting major events,
"I’m sure the MOBO Awards will be another great success, and great that it’s the first time they’ve been held in the Midlands too.
"Given the pride and our ambition that goes with the title of being UK City of Culture 2021, this partnership with MOBO and the Coventry Building Society Arena is yet another example of how Coventry is matching its ambition of being a major player in the country.”
Stephen Vaughan, CEO of Wasps Group, owners of the Coventry Building Society Arena, said:
“To attract the MOBO Awards to the Coventry Building Society Arena is a massive feather in the cap for us and for Coventry and Warwickshire in what is already a fantastic 12 months as UK City of Culture.
"We have hosted acts and bands from around the world, but to hold such a major event which celebrates the diversity and talent in the British music scene is very special indeed and we cannot wait for December 5.”
Tickets will go on sale tomorrow (Friday 29 October) at midday.