thestreamerawards.com

November 23, 2025

What it is

thestreamerawards.com is an annual awards show devoted to live streaming — celebrating streamers, their content, and their impact. It was established in 2022 by streamer QTCinderella. (Wikipedia)
It’s described on its official channels as “an award show made to celebrate the performance of streaming. Ran by streamers, made for streamers, and powered by the fans.” (Instagram)
The website (thestreamerawards.com) hosts nomination and voting phases. (The Streamer Awards)

How it works

Nomination & voting

First, candidates (streamers, events, etc) are nominated.
Then there is a fan‐vote via the website. The voting results account for a large portion of the decision. According to Wikipedia: winners are determined by 70% fan vote + 30% panel vote. (Wikipedia)
After voting, a live show is held where winners are announced. The show includes red carpet segments and performances. (Wikipedia)

Show format

A red carpet segment: nominees arrive, there are interviews, social media activity.
The main event: awards, possibly musical performances, highlights from streaming.
Typically held in Los Angeles (in past editions). (Wikipedia)

Why it matters

Recognition: It gives streamers a structured way to be recognized beyond just platform metrics.
Community / Engagement: Because fan voting is a major component, it drives interaction and fandom.
Visibility: For a streamer, being nominated (or winning) can boost visibility, expose them to new audiences.
Industry reflection: The categories and awards show reflect what kinds of streaming content the community values — e.g., variety gaming, IRL streams, events, collaborations.

Key takeaways

The Streamer Awards was created in 2022 by QTCinderella to specifically honour live streamers.
Fan votes play a large role (70%) in selecting winners, with a 30% weight panel.
It covers many categories, and evolves yearly as streaming trends change.
It’s not just online: there’s an actual event, red carpet, live segments.
For a streamer, being part of it (nominee or winner) can carry prestige and publicity.

Things to watch / things to keep in mind

Bias toward popular streamers: Because fan voting dominates, streamers with large followings are advantaged; lesser‐known streamers might struggle to compete.
Regional/global representation: The mainstream of streaming is U.S./Western‐centric; it’s worth checking how inclusive the show is of streamers from other regions (e.g., Asia, Africa, Latin America).
Category relevance: Some categories may reflect old models; as streaming formats change (e.g., mobile, VR, vertical live), the show must adapt to stay relevant.
Authenticity vs spectacle: As the show grows, it may shift toward broader entertainment production rather than purely streamer‐community celebration — something to watch if you care about the grassroots angle.
Voting transparency: Fan voting mechanisms and panel composition should be transparent to maintain trust.

FAQ

Q: When is the next Streamer Awards held?
A: The show has typically been held annually — the 2024 edition was December 7, 2024 in Los Angeles. (Wikipedia) For 2025 the date was shown as December 6, 2025 (though at time of writing details may still update) (Wikipedia)

Q: Who can be nominated?
A: Generally live streamers across platforms, as well as streaming events, collaborations, brands, etc. Specific nomination criteria vary each year and can be found on thestreamerawards.com.

Q: How can I vote?
A: By visiting the official website (thestreamerawards.com) during the open voting window and selecting nominees in the available categories. (The Streamer Awards)

Q: Is it only for Twitch streamers?
A: While Twitch is a major platform for many nominees, the awards are not strictly limited to it; the streaming ecosystem is broad and the site describes itself as “live streaming” not just one platform. That said, major past winners are heavily tied to Twitch. (Wikipedia)

Q: Why should I care about this if I’m not a streamer?
A: If you enjoy watching live streaming, the awards highlight some of the top creators and trending content. It’s also useful for spotting emerging streamers, new categories (which signal what types of content are gaining traction), and general streaming culture.