2026 ACM Awards: Performers Announced for Country Music Celebration in Las Vegas
The 2026 ACM Awards are shaping up to be an exciting event with the announcement of the first set of performers. Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, and Riley Green are set to take the stage for a night of country music celebration. The show is scheduled for Sunday, May 17, and will be held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. After a temporary move to Texas, the ACM Awards are returning to their longtime home in Sin City.
The ACM Awards will be streamed live exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, Twitch, and Amazon Music, starting at 8PM ET on May 17. While the nominees for this year's awards have not been revealed yet, the Academy of Country Music promises to announce them in the coming weeks. The host for the 2026 ACM Awards is also yet to be announced, with the Academy planning to reveal the host in the upcoming weeks.
In addition to the confirmed performers, more artists will be announced in the lead-up to the event. General admission tickets for the ACM Awards are available for purchase through AXS.com, with prices starting around $430. Stay tuned for more updates on the performers, nominees, and host for the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards. Get ready for a star-studded night of country music excellence!