“Country Music’s Biggest Night” is just around the corner as Laney Wilson takes the helm for the 59th Annual CMA Awards.
This year’s lineup includes big names like Luke Combs, Laney Wilson, Zack Top, Ella Langley, Tucker Wetmore, Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney, and Riley Green. We can expect performances from artists like Little Big Town, Patti Loveless, Keith Urban, and Megan Moroney. Plus, fans can look forward to collaborations featuring Big Suprag and Luke Combs on “Play Hard,” as well as Shabouzy and Wilson on “Took a Walk.” There’s definitely a lot to keep an eye on.
In addition, Vince Gill is set to receive the prestigious 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.
Laney Wilson and Ella Langley are leading the nominations with six each, while Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Wilson are all in the running for the coveted “Entertainer of the Year” award.
So, when exactly are the 2025 CMA Awards happening? Here’s everything you should know.
When will the 2025 CMA Awards be held?
The CMA Awards will take place live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Wednesday, November 19th.
What time/channel will the CMA Awards 2025 be broadcast on?
You can catch the CMA Awards live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET on November 19th. Additionally, Lauren Alaina and Hailey Bailey will host the “CMA Awards Backstage Live” experience on CMA’s TikTok channel.
ABC will start its “On the Red Carpet” coverage at 5 p.m. ET, which you can stream online through CMAAwards.com and OnTheRedCarpet.com.
How to watch the 2025 CMA Awards live online for free:
If you have a cable login, you can easily stream the event live through ABC.com or the ABC app.
For those without cable, options like DIRECTV are available, offering a 5-day free trial. They provide various subscription choices, starting at $49.99 per month.
Alternatively, you can also watch through platforms like fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV. All of these services typically offer free trials for new subscribers.
Will the CMA Awards 2025 be available on Hulu?
Yes, the show will be available for streaming on ABC.com, Hulu, and Disney+ starting Thursday, November 20th.
