The 2026 ACM Awards will be hosted by Shania Twain at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 17
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Presenters include Keith Urban, Michael Bublé, Lauren Alaina, and TJ Osborne, alongside stars from sports and Hollywood
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Performers include Lainey Wilson, Kacey Musgraves, and Miranda Lambert
Presenters for the2026 ACM Awardshave been announced, and it's a star-studded roster.
On Wednesday, May 13, the Academy of Country Music, Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions announced thatAndrew Whitworth,Ashley McBryde,Carl Edwards,Corey LaJoie,Keith Urban,Lauren Alaina,andMichael Bubléwill be presenting at the upcoming ceremony.
Rounding out the list are Ryan Fitzpatrick,Shaboozey,The War and Treaty, andTJ Osborne.
Taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 17, the awards ceremonywill be hosted by Shania Twain.
The first-time ACM Awards host said in a statement that she is "thrilled" to be hosting in Las Vegas, "a place that feels like home."
“It's such an honor to be part of this incredible night celebrating Country Music's biggest stars, especially with so many talented women leading nominations this year. I can't wait to welcome all of the fans and artists out for this unforgettable night," she said.
Women are trulyleading the pack of nominees this year, asMegan Moroneyearned nine nominations, followed byMiranda Lambertwith eight, whileElla LangleyandLainey Wilsoneach received seven nods.
Other nominees includeChris Stapletonwith six nods,Zach Topwith five, andCody Johnsonwith four.
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It will be abig night for performers as well, including Wilson, who will deliver the world premiere performance of her song "Can't Sit Still," andRiley Green,who is set to sing "Change My Mind."
Kacey Musgraveswillperform a new songfrom her newMiddle of Nowherealbum.
Additional performers include Lambert,Little Big Town, Johnson,Blake Shelton, Langley andKane Brown.
Lee Ann Womack, Parker McCollum,Avery Anna, Carter Faith,Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, The Red Clay Strays,Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore and Zach Topwill also be taking the stage.
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The 2026 ACMs will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 17. Fans can watch the award show live on Prime Video.
The broadcast will also be available via the Amazon Music channel on Twitch and the Amazon Music app.
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