Shania Twain Hosts 2026 ACM Awards: Full Performers, Nominees & How to Watch Live
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Country music’s biggest night returns to Las Vegas! The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards take place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the iconic MGM Grand Garden Arena. Superstar Shania Twain makes her hosting debut for this star-studded celebration, streaming live exclusively on Prime Video. Shania Twain Hosts 2026 ACM Awards!
When & Where to Watch the 2026 ACM Awards
Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT
Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas
How to Watch: Free livestream on Prime Video (no Prime subscription needed — just a free Amazon account) and the Amazon Music channel on Twitch. Available in 240+ countries and territories.
Pro Tip: Head to amazon.com/ACMawards or Twitch.tv/AmazonMusic on show night for instant access.
Star-Studded Performers Lineup
The 2026 ACM Awards feature an incredible roster of performers, including:
Avery Anna
Blake Shelton
Carter Faith
Cody Johnson
Dan + Shay
Ella Langley
Jordan Davis
Kacey Musgraves
Kane Brown
Lainey Wilson (world premiere of “Can’t Sit Still”)
Little Big Town
Miranda Lambert
Riley Green (“Change My Mind”)
The Red Clay Strays
Thomas Rhett
Tucker Wetmore
Zach Top
And more to be announced!
Expect unforgettable collaborations, surprise moments, and high-energy performances from today’s hottest country acts.
2026 ACM Awards Nominees Highlights - Shania Twain Hosts 2026 ACM Awards
Women are dominating this year! Megan Moroney leads with 9 nominations, followed closely by Miranda Lambert (8), Ella Langley & Lainey Wilson (7 each).
Key Categories:
Entertainer of the Year: Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson
Female Artist of the Year: Kelsea Ballerini, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson
Male Artist of the Year: Luke Combs, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Zach Top
Single of the Year: “6 Months Later” – Megan Moroney, “Choosin’ Texas” – Ella Langley, “I Never Lie” – Zach Top, “Somewhere Over Laredo” – Lainey Wilson, “The Fall” – Cody Johnson
New Female Artist of the Year: Avery Anna (winner already announced in some categories), plus more rising stars.
Why This Year’s ACM Awards Will Be Unforgettable
Shania Twain returns to Vegas (home of her record-breaking residency) to host for the first time. The show marks a high-energy return to Sin City after three years in Texas, promising red carpet glamour, emotional wins, and chart-topping performances.
Tickets: Still available for the live show and ACM Awards Week events via AXS.com (prices start around $170). Dress code: Country Cocktail.
Don’t miss country music’s most entertaining night of the year — tune in free on May 17 and get ready for an epic celebration of the genre’s biggest stars!
Last updated: May 14, 2026. Lineup and details subject to change.