Get Ready for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards: Nominees, Host, and How to Watch!
The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards is fast approaching, and country music enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating this year's nominees. The event will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, with the iconic Shania Twain hosting the show. Fans can stream the awards live on Prime Video, Twitch, and Amazon Music at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT, with doors opening at 3:30 p.m.
Unlike many award shows, the ACM Awards offer fans the opportunity to purchase tickets to attend the event. Tickets can be purchased through AXS.com, with prices ranging from $131.41 for upper sections to over $1,563 for floor seating. This year's nominees include popular artists like Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Kelsea Ballerini, Miranda Lambert, and more, with female solo acts leading the nominations. Host Shania Twain is a three-time ACM Awards winner.
Fans can look forward to competitive categories like Entertainer of the Year and Song of the Year, where nominees like Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, and Langley are vying for top honors. The ACM Awards, produced by Dick Clark Productions, promise an exciting evening celebrating the best in country music. Don't miss out on the star-studded event and stay tuned for updates on the winners and performances.