2026 CMA Awards: Nominees, Date, Time, Channel and How to Watch

The 60th CMA Awards return to Nashville this November, with Lainey Wilson hosting and Ella Langley leading this year’s nominees.

Written by Amanda Tempel

Published on April 29, 2026

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

The nominees for the 2026 CMA Awards have been announced, officially setting the field for the 60th Annual CMA Awards on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.

Ella Langley leads this year’s nominees with nine nominations, including her first nomination for Entertainer of the Year. She joins Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, and reigning Entertainer of the Year Lainey Wilson in the race for the night’s top award.

Wilson will return to host the CMA Awards for the third consecutive year and for the second year in a row as the show’s solo host. The ceremony will air live on ABC and stream simultaneously on Disney+.

See the complete 2026 CMA Awards nominees or continue below for everything you need to know about the 60th Annual CMA Awards, including the date, time, host, streaming options, tickets, performers, and presenters.

2026 CMA Awards Quick Details

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT

TV Channel: ABC

Live Streaming: Disney+

Next-Day Streaming: Hulu

Location: Bridgestone Arena in Nashville

Host: Lainey Wilson

Nominees: Announced September 10; Ella Langley leads with nine nominations

Performers: To be announced

Who Is Nominated for the 2026 CMA Awards?

The nominees for the 60th Annual CMA Awards were announced September 10, with Ella Langley leading the field with nine nominations.

Langley is nominated for Entertainer of the Year alongside Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, and Lainey Wilson. Her nominations also include Female Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year for Dandelion, while both “Be Her” and “Choosin’ Texas” are nominated for Single of the Year.

Another notable nomination is Taylor Swift’s “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which is nominated for Single of the Year.

See the complete list of 2026 CMA Awards nominees, including Entertainer, Female Vocalist, Male Vocalist, New Artist, Album, Single, Song, Vocal Group, Vocal Duo, Musical Event, Music Video, and Musician of the Year.

Check Back for Updates

More details about the 2026 CMA Awards will be announced in the weeks ahead, including performers, presenters, and special moments planned for the 60th annual show.

This guide will be updated as new CMA Awards details are confirmed.

CMA Awards FAQ

Who is nominated for the 2026 CMA Awards?

The 2026 CMA Awards nominees were announced September 10, 2026. Ella Langley leads the field with nine nominations, including Entertainer of the Year. See the complete 2026 CMA Awards nominees for every category.

Who is nominated for 2026 CMA Entertainer of the Year?

Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Chris Stapleton, and Lainey Wilson are nominated for 2026 CMA Entertainer of the Year.

Who is nominated for 2026 CMA New Artist of the Year?

Avery Anna, Carter Faith, Emily Ann Roberts, Tucker Wetmore, and Stephen Wilson Jr. are nominated for 2026 CMA New Artist of the Year.

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