Tonight’s Video Music Awards are going to be so huge that, without proper sustenance, we’re not sure you’ll make it through. Luckily we’ve prepared a survival kit — five essential items you simple cannot go without. You’ve got a few hours before the show kicks off at 9 p.m. ET/PT, so prepare accordingly.

1. The Ultimate Awards-Show Food

2. Popcorn

3. A Comfy Seat

4. A Sugar Rush

5. Your BFF

Gavin Alaoen