Key Highlights:
- The 27th Annual Latin Grammy Awards take place Thursday, November 12, at MGM Grand Garden Arena
- Broadcasts live on Univision, ViX, and HBO Max
- Daddy Yankee is the Person of the Year. Édgar Barrera leads nominees with ten nominations
- Public tickets through AXS and the MGM Grand box office starting around $150 to $200. Floor seating is industry only
- Clear bag policy enforced. Max clear bag 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or small clutch
27th Annual Latin Grammy Awards: Quick Reference
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, November 12 |
| Venue | MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas |
| Broadcast | Univision, ViX, HBO Max |
| Red carpet coverage | Approximately 7:00 PM ET |
| Broadcast start | Approximately 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) |
| Person of the Year | Daddy Yankee |
| Leading nominee | Édgar Barrera (10 nominations) |
| Public tickets | AXS and MGM Grand box office |
When and Where: The MGM Grand Garden Arena
The ceremony takes place inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena, which holds approximately 16,800 for major events. The arena has hosted boxing championships, major concert tours, and award broadcasts throughout its history. Sightlines are strong throughout and the production scale for a live television broadcast of this size fills the room well.
Getting there: The MGM Grand is a large property and the walk from the front lobby to the arena doors takes 15 to 20 minutes on a normal day. On the night of the ceremony, add time for increased security, red carpet barricades, and crowd density. The Las Vegas Monorail drops off near the arena entrance and bypasses Las Vegas Boulevard traffic entirely. If you are taking rideshare, use the MGM Grand underground rideshare area rather than the front entrance.
Bag policy: MGM Grand Garden Arena enforces a strict clear bag policy for major televised events. Only a clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag with maximum dimensions of 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or a small clutch is permitted inside. Leave large purses at your hotel.
Top Nominees and the Person of the Year
Édgar Barrera leads the field with ten nominations for songwriting and production work across multiple categories. Karol G, Rosalía, and Jorge Drexler each received seven nominations. Additional heavily nominated artists include CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso, Silvana Estrada, and Mon Laferte.
The awards cover 60 categories spanning reggaeton, pop, regional Mexican, tango, and Sertaneja music, among others.
Daddy Yankee is the Latin Recording Academy’s Person of the Year for the 27th ceremony. The tribute performance honouring his career will be one of the most significant moments of the broadcast for anyone in the building.
How to Get Tickets
Public tickets are available through AXS and the MGM Grand box office. Floor seats are reserved for nominees, performers, and music industry professionals. The general public can purchase lower and upper bowl seating to watch the live ceremony.
Public ticket allotment is limited relative to the size of the arena and sells through quickly. Standard public tickets start around $150 to $200. VIP packages and lower-level seating can exceed $500 depending on demand and availability.
If the primary sale is sold out, StubHub and SeatGeek carry verified resale inventory. Buy only from verified ticketing platforms to guarantee valid entry. Counterfeit and invalid tickets for major televised events are a documented problem on social media resale channels.
The Red Carpet and Fan Zones
Arriving several hours before broadcast gives you the best position at the public viewing barricades near the arena entrance. The MGM Grand sets up designated fan zones where you can watch the artists arrive.
This is a free way to participate in the event even without a ticket. The atmosphere around the red carpet is worth experiencing on its own — media tents, camera crews, and a crowd that reacts loudly to every arrival. Wear comfortable shoes. You will stand on hard casino floors for several hours.
Where to Stay During Latin Grammy Week
MGM Grand is the most convenient option. You walk from your room to the arena without leaving the property. Room rates for the week of November 12 will be significantly elevated compared to surrounding weeks.
Budget alternatives within walking distance: New York-New York and Excalibur both sit across the street from the MGM Grand and run lower rates during event weeks. The pedestrian bridges over Las Vegas Boulevard put you at the arena in under ten minutes.
Mid-range alternatives: ARIA and Park MGM are both close and connected to the MGM Grand footprint.
Dining and Pre-Show Planning
Book dinner inside the MGM Grand rather than planning to come from another property on a Thursday event night. Las Vegas Boulevard traffic on a major event evening is slow and unpredictable. A dinner reservation inside the host resort eliminates the transit problem entirely.
On-property options near the arena:
- Morimoto: Japanese-influenced seafood and sushi, a short walk from the arena entrance
- Craftsteak: A straightforward upscale steakhouse option on the property
- Hakkasan Restaurant: Dim sum and modern Chinese cuisine attached to the nightclub
Book any of these at least a month out for the week of November 12. Every restaurant in the building fills with industry attendees and press during Grammy week.
After-Parties and the Rest of Grammy Week
If you are not attending the ceremony itself, Las Vegas still has significant programming throughout the week. Major nightclubs including OMNIA at Caesars Palace and Hakkasan at MGM Grand host official and unofficial after-parties with Latin DJ and artist performances. Buy tickets in advance. Walk-in entry on these specific nights is not realistic.
Artists typically arrive in Las Vegas a few days before Thursday for rehearsals. During the day, Crystals at CityCenter draws significant foot traffic from artists doing press and shopping. In the evenings, high-end restaurant VIP sections including Catch at ARIA, Carbone at Bellagio, and Delilah at Wynn are where the industry tends to gather.
FAQ
What time does the Latin Grammy broadcast start?
Approximately 8:00 PM Eastern Time, 5:00 PM Pacific Time, on Univision. Red carpet coverage begins around 7:00 PM ET.
Can general fans attend the Latin Grammys?
Yes. The Latin Recording Academy releases a limited number of lower and upper bowl tickets to the general public. Floor seating is industry only.
Who is the Person of the Year?
Daddy Yankee, honoured for his career achievement and philanthropic work.
What is the eligibility period for the 27th Latin Grammys?
Recordings and compositions released between June 1 of the prior year and May 31 of the current year.
What is the bag policy at the MGM Grand Garden Arena?
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag with maximum dimensions of 12″ x 6″ x 12″, or a small clutch. No large bags or standard purses permitted inside.
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