ACM Awards 2026 Performers List: Kane Brown, Blake Shelton and More Taking the Stage
Set your reminders—here’s the full performance lineup and when to stream it live
Key Takeaways
- The Academy of Country Music Awards, or the ACM Awards, airs on May 17.
- This year's award show features performances by Ella Langley, Blake Shelton and more.
- Stream the award show on Prime Video and see who takes home the biggest awards of the night.
This year’s ACM Awards, or Academy of Country Music Awards, honors country music’s brightest stars, with trophies given away in categories like Entertainer of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year and more. But the part we’re looking forward to most? The live performances! On May 17, tune in at 8 p.m. on Prime Video to see the following country artists give it their all as they take the stage.
Avery Anna
Not only is Avery Anna slated to perform at this year’s award show—but she’s already earned herself a trophy! The “Fear in God” singer won the award for Best New Artist of the Year, and we can’t wait to see her take the stage.
Kane Brown
Kane Brown, known for tracks like “Miles on It,” “Thank God” and “One Thing Right,” has built a loyal fandom over the years, and we’re already thinking about which songs he might perform!
Blake Shelton
Country superstar Blake Shelton will be stepping away from his Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace for the evening when he takes the ACM stage.
The Red Clay Strays
The Red Clay Strays have come a long way since their song “Wondering Why” went viral on TikTok and now, in addition to performing live at this year’s ceremony, they’re nominated for Group of the Year.
Carter Faith
Carter Faith will also take the stage this year while anxiously anticipating whether her album, Cherry Valley, takes home the award for Album of the Year.
Thomas Rhett
The “Die a Happy Man” singer might not be nominated for an award this year, but fans still can’t wait to see this country icon take the stage.
Dan + Shay
Dan + Shay have provided the soundtrack to your backyard barbecue, your drive to work and even your best friend’s wedding, and now, they’re sharing the love with the ACM Awards. Plus, see if they take home the award for Duo of the Year.
Ella Langley
You can’t go anywhere these days without hearing one of Ella Langley’s songs, from “Choosin’ Texas” to “Weren’t For the Wind,” and in addition to performing, she’s got her fingers crossed for a handful of categories on this exciting evening.
Tucker Wetmore
Newer to the country music scene, Tucker Wetmore has already taken the community by storm, and before the big night, he’s already been named the New Male Artist of the Year.
Zach Top
Nominated for Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year and Single of the Year, see Zach Top take the stage on this celebratory night.
Jordan Davis
The “Next Thing You Know” and “Buy Dirt” singer is also taking the stage this evening, and while he’s not nominated this year, we’re excited to see what he brings.
How to get tickets to the ACM Awards
You can buy tickets for the ACM Awards and its events at this link right here. Tickets range from $170 to $1,500, plus fees. The dress code is “country cocktail.”
Those watching the show at home can stream it on Prime Video and the Amazon Music Twitch channel on Sunday, May 17 at 8 p.m. EST.
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