Billboard is set to celebrate the most influential women in the industry at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music event, recognizing groundbreaking artists across various genres.
A Night to Celebrate Trailblazers
The event will take place on Saturday, March 29, at YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California, hosted by Laverne Cox.
The evening will feature tributes, performances, and the announcement of the prestigious 2025 Billboard Woman of the Year.
Billboard’s Chief Brand Officer Dana Droppo highlighted the impact of this year’s honorees, stating,
“The 2025 Billboard Women in Music celebrates the incredible women who continue to drive innovation, inspire change, and reshape the future of music.”
Editor-in-Chief Hannah Karp added,
“From rising stars to legendary icons, this year’s honorees are redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in the industry.”
2025 Honorees
- aespa – Group of the Year
- Ángela Aguilar – Breakthrough Award
- Erykah Badu – Icon Award
- GloRilla – Powerhouse Award
- Gracie Abrams – Songwriter of the Year
- JENNIE – Global Force Award
- Megan Moroney – Rulebreaker Award
- Meghan Trainor – Hitmaker Award
- Muni Long – Rising Star Award (Presented by Honda Stage)
- Tyla – Impact Award
Tickets & Sponsors
Tickets for the event will be available starting February 12 at 1 p.m. ET for early access and February 13 at 1 p.m. ET for the general public via Ticketmaster. Prices start at $89.
Sponsors include Crown Royal, HarbourView Equity Partners, Bose, and Honda Stage.
With more announcements on presenters and performances expected soon, the 2025 Billboard Women in Music is shaping up to be an unforgettable night celebrating the women shaping the future of music.
