Academy of Country Music Awards 2025
- May 8, 2025, Texas, USA
The Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards has celebrated the best artists and groups in country music since 1966.
Like every year, ACM voting members elected the 2025 nominees, ensuring the best artists, albums, and songs are recognized for their achievements in the genre.
Many of the biggest stars will hope to take home its signature hat trophy, which is presented to the proud winners of each category.
If you cannot wait for the annual ceremony, keep reading for all the latest details about the Academy of Country Music Awards 2025, including its date, location, host, award categories, broadcasting details, and more.
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When and Where Will the ACM Awards 2025 Take Place?
The 60th ACM Awards will be held on May 8, 2025, at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Texas, which is the proud home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Who Will Host the Ceremony This Year?
The ACM Awards 2024 will mark Reba McEntire’s 18th year as host. She recently expressed excitement for the upcoming ceremony, as she said it is “gonna be an absolute cannot-miss show, and I can’t wait to be there with you.”
What Are the Award Categories?
The ACM Awards will feature 15 award categories to celebrate the biggest achievements in country music over the past 12 months.
The award categories are:
- Entertainer of the Year
- Album of the Year
- Female Artist of the Year
- Male Artist of the Year
- Group of the Year
- Duo of the Year
- Single of the Year
- Song of the Year
- New Female Artist of the Year
- New Male Artist of the Year
- New Duo/Group of the Year
- Artist/Songwriter of the Year
- Songwriter of the Year
- Visual Media of the Year
- Music Event of the Year
The nominees for the above categories were announced on March 27, 2025, and the eligibility period started from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Who Has Received the Most Nominations?
Rising star Ella Langley leads the ACM Awards 2025 with eight nominations. Close behind with seven nominations apiece are Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, and Morgan Wallen.
What is the Main Award of the Night?
Entertainer of the Year is the main award at the ACM Awards. The following seven artists have received a nomination in 2025:
- Jelly Roll
- Chris Stapleton
- Lainey Wilson
- Morgan Wallen
- Kelsea Ballerini
- Cody Johnson
- Luke Combs
Will There Be an Anniversary Milestone Award?
As the 40th and 50th ACM Awards presented an artist with the Anniversary Milestone Award, many fans expect the 60th ceremony to feature the same accolade.
The special award will be presented to an artist who has “advanced the popularity and acceptance of country music by accomplishing milestones unique to the Academy of Country Music.”
If the ceremony provides the award this year, it will likely be chosen by the ACM Board of Directors.
Who Will Perform at the 2025 Event?
The following three fantastic country artists will perform at the ACM Awards 2025:
- Lainey Wilson
- Blake Shelton
- Eric Church
You can trust you will not want to miss their performances this May, as they will provide some superb entertainment between awards.
Where Can I Watch the 60th ACM Awards?
The ACM Awards will be streamed live on Prime Video at 8 pm ET and 5 pm PT. Don’t miss it!
