Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Riley Green: Performers at the 61st …

The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards is back with a bang! Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Riley Green are just a few of the amazing performers who will be taking the stage. This star-studded event will be streaming live on Prime Video on May 17, 2026, so mark your calendars!

If you’re a country music fan, you won’t want to miss this show. The lineup promises unforgettable performances, exclusive collaborations, and surprise moments that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Cody Johnson, who won an ACM Award for Song of the Year in 2025, will be there to wow the audience once again. Lainey Wilson, the reigning Entertainer of the Year, will debut her new song “Can’t Sit Still.” And Riley Green, a four-time ACM Award winner, will perform his hit song “Change My Mind.”

In addition to the main event, there are also some exciting ACM Awards week events to look forward to. “ACM Lifting Lives Country on the Green: Riley Green & Friends” will be happening at Topgolf Las Vegas on May 15, followed by “ACM Next Wave: Country’s Beach Bash” at Mandalay Bay Beach on May 16.

Tickets for the 61st ACM Awards and all the ACM Awards week events are already on sale at AXS.com. It’s going to be a weekend jam-packed with incredible music from your favorite country stars, so don’t miss out!

Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the oldest country music awards show around. Last year, they made history by livestreaming the entire event for the first time ever. This year’s show is set to be just as epic, with amazing performances, deserving award winners, and maybe even a few surprises along the way.

Stay tuned for more announcements about additional performers, nominations, presenters, and of course, the host of the show. It’s going to be a night to remember!