The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) typically last about three hours. For example, the 2023 and 2022 ceremonies were scheduled to run from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time, making for a three-hour show. However, it is common for the VMAs to run slightly overtime, sometimes extending beyond the planned three hours due to surprises or extended performances. The red carpet and pre-show events start a couple of hours earlier, but the main televised ceremony runs about three hours.
In summary:
- Standard duration: Approximately 3 hours
- Possible overruns: Sometimes go longer than planned
- Pre-show starts earlier, but main show is around 3 hours long
This is consistent with typical awards shows on television.
