CMA Awards 2026 — where to watch
Event details
- Date
- Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Venue
- Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
- Event
- Country music awards
Where to watch
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Country music’s biggest night turns 60 — the 60th Annual CMA Awards air live Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
The essentials
- Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 8–11 PM ET
- Host: Lainey Wilson (third year running)
- Nomination leaders: Ella Langley (9), Miranda Lambert (7)
- Special honor: Brooks & Dunn receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award
Where to watch in the US
Watch live on ABC or stream the live simulcast on Disney+. Missed it live? It streams the next day on Hulu.
Frequently asked questions
When are the 2026 CMA Awards?
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville — the 60th anniversary show.
What channel are the CMAs on?
ABC airs the show live (8–11 PM ET), simulcast on Disney+, with next-day streaming on Hulu.
Who is hosting the 2026 CMA Awards?
Lainey Wilson returns to host for the third consecutive year.
Who leads the nominations?
Ella Langley leads with nine nominations, followed by Miranda Lambert with seven.