Ciara To Headline First Tik Tok Awards In The U.S.

Singer Ciara is set to headline the first-ever TikTok Awards show in the United States, performing as the main musical act at the inaugural event. The awards ceremony will take place December 18, 2025, at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. It’s designed to celebrate the app’s creators, trends, and culture in a live televised/streamed format — a big milestone for TikTok’s expansion into traditional live events.

Ciara was announced as the headliner and will deliver a live set tailored to TikTok’s audience and creative community. This show marks TikTok’s first major U.S. awards ceremony, spotlighting creators and the platform’s cultural influence. She expressed excitement about performing for a community that “loves movement, music, and expression.”

The event will include red carpet coverage, creator presenters, and celebrates TikTok content trends and stars along with Ciara’s performance.