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The stage is set for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, streaming exclusively on Prime Video on Sunday, May 17, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. The ceremony will be broadcast live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, where three-time ACM Award-winner Shania Twain will be making her hosting debut. In addition to Amazon’s streaming deal, recently extended through 2028, the tech giant is also home to an assortment of retailer-exclusive, limited-edition 2026 ACM Awards merchandise.
At a Glance: How to Stream 61st Academy of Country Music Awards
Where to Watch ACM Awards 2026 Livestream
As mentioned, this year’s ACM Awards will stream live exclusively on Prime Video, on Sunday, May 17, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. Non-Prime members can join Amazon Prime for free with a 30-day trial (which includes a subscription to Prime Video), allowing new customers to stream the awards show at no cost. After the free trial, the membership will renew at either $14.99 per month or $139 per year, with the option to cancel at any time.
ACM Awards 2026 Nominees, Performers
Megan Moroney leads the 2026 nominees with eight nods. She is up for Entertainer of the Year alongside Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson.
Confirmed awards show performers include Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, Lainey Wilson, Avery Anna, Blake Shelton, Carter Faith, Dan + Shay, Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, The Red Clay Strays, Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore, Zach Top plus Parker McCollum and Lee Ann Womack.
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