Get ready for slime, stars, and unforgettable moments! The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, the 38th annual celebration of everything pop culture, is happening live. If you’re wondering how to tune into all the action, including performances, celebrity appearances, and who gets covered in green goo, we’ve got you covered.
This year’s highly anticipated event promises to be bigger and slimier than ever, broadcasting directly from The Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. South African singer-songwriter Tyla is set to host the starry night, marking her debut as the ringleader for the kids’ favorite awards show.
Here’s everything you need to know about watching the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards live online and on TV.
When and Where to Watch the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards
Mark your calendars! The 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards will air live on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The ceremony kicks off at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT. While some listings may show an 8:30 p.m. ET/PT start, the main live broadcast generally begins at 8 p.m. ET.
The show will be simulcast across multiple ViacomCBS networks, ensuring you can catch it on various channels:
Nickelodeon
Nicktoons
The Nick Jr. channel
TeenNick
MTV2
CMT
Stream the Kids’ Choice Awards Live Online (Even Without Cable!)
Don’t have traditional cable? No problem! The 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards can be easily streamed live online using several popular live TV streaming services that carry the necessary channels. This is often the best way to watch if you’re a cord-cutter. Many of these services even offer free trials, potentially letting you watch the awards for free!
Here are some streaming platforms where you can find the live broadcast:
Hulu + Live TV: Includes Nickelodeon and many other channels.
Philo: A budget-friendly option that includes Nickelodeon and many other entertainment channels. They often offer a free trial.
Sling TV: Offers packages that include Nickelodeon channels.
DirecTV Stream: Their entertainment package includes Nickelodeon. Look out for potential free trial offers, such as a 5-day free trial.
Fubo: Another service providing live access to Nickelodeon. They typically offer a free trial.
YouTube TV: Carries Nickelodeon as part of its channel lineup.
Important Note: The live show requires access to a live TV provider (cable, satellite, or live streaming service). It will not be available on standard, non-live streaming services like basic Hulu or Peacock during the live broadcast.
What to Expect at the 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards
Beyond the awards themselves, the Kids’ Choice Awards are famous for their high-energy atmosphere and unpredictable fun.
The Iconic Slime: No KCA would be complete without it! Expect plenty of celebrities and audience members to get doused in Nickelodeon’s signature green slime, a tradition going back decades to shows like “Double Dare.”
Spectacular Performances: Get ready for live music from top artists. Confirmed performers include pop group KATSEYE performing their hit “Gnarly,” and Machine Gun Kelly performing his new single “Cliché.” Keep an eye out for potential surprise musical acts!
Star-Studded Nominees & Winners: Awards will be handed out across categories spanning film, music, sports, television, and more. Winners are decided by fan votes cast online. Leading the nominations this year are superstars like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez, and Ariana Grande, each with four nods. Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, and Jelly Roll follow with three nominations apiece. It’s also a big year for first-time nominees, including Cynthia Erivo, Doechii, Shohei Ohtani, Gracie Abrams, Chappell Roan, and Florence Pugh.
Other notable nominees include Bad Bunny and Bruno Mars (Favorite Male Artist), Addison Rae and Benson Boone (Favorite Breakout Artist), Tyla (Favorite Global Music Star), Coco Gauff and Simone Biles (Favorite Female Sports Star), “The Masked Singer” (Favorite Reality TV Show), “Monster High” (Favorite Cartoon), and “Paddington in Peru” (Favorite Movie).
Special Recognition: Fan-favorite Jack Black, a past host and winner, will receive the special King of Comedy Award during the ceremony. This honor was first presented to Adam Sandler in 2023.
New Show Format: This year’s show is being billed as “the biggest party in a slime warehouse.” Expect a more immersive experience with the main stage potentially moved to the center of the floor to make the audience feel more “part of the action,” breaking away from traditional award show layouts.
Can’t Watch Live? Here’s How to Catch Up
If you miss the live broadcast on Saturday, you still have options:
Nickelodeon Encores: The network is scheduled to air encore presentations on Sunday, June 22, at both 9:00 a.m. ET and 6:30 p.m. ET.
Paramount+ On-Demand: The full 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards ceremony will be available for on-demand streaming on Paramount+ starting the day after the live airing, Sunday, June 22. Paramount+ also often offers free trials for new subscribers.
Get ready for a night of fun, chaos, and green slime!
Producer: Nickelodeon Productions
