The ACM Awards are loading up for a major return, and the performance lineup just got deeper.
A new wave of names joins the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, expanding an already stacked roster. Blake Shelton, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, and Thomas Rhett bring chart history and stage command, while rising voices like Avery Anna, Carter Faith, and Tucker Wetmore add fresh momentum.
The additions land alongside previously announced performers including Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, and Cody Johnson. That mix of established power and emerging talent gives the show real range across the current country landscape.
Shania Twain steps in as host, anchoring the broadcast with one of the genre’s most recognizable voices. The show streams live worldwide from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, with a global reach that continues to expand the ACM footprint.
This year’s lineup also reflects major moments for several performers. Avery Anna hits the stage after earning New Female Artist of the Year, while Tucker Wetmore arrives fresh off his New Male Artist of the Year win. Both represent a new generation stepping into the spotlight with authority.
The Red Clay Strays make their ACM Awards debut, adding a distinct edge to the night. Jordan Davis, Ella Langley, and Zach Top round out a lineup that balances radio mainstays with fast-rising names.
Beyond the main show, ACM Awards week stretches across Las Vegas with multiple events, including the Whiskey Jam Welcome Party and Country on the Green. Keith Urban headlines the beach bash, keeping the energy moving through the entire weekend.
The 61st ACM Awards land as a full-scale celebration of where country stands right now. The lineup hits with depth, variety, and real star power, a strong snapshot of the genre in motion.