Cody Johnson, Ella Langley And Miranda Lambert Among First Performers Announced For 60th CMA Awards
Country music fans have a major night to look forward to! The first performers for the 60th Annual CMA Awards have officially been announced, bringing together some of the biggest names in country music.
Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Tim McGraw, Kacey Musgraves, The Red Clay Strays, Zach Top, and Tucker Wetmore are among the artists confirmed to perform on November 18.
The announcement was made by the Country Music Association on November 5. This year’s ceremony marks the 60th anniversary of one of country music’s biggest celebrations.
Major Country Stars Set To Take The CMA Awards Stage
The first wave of performers features a mix of country superstars, award-winning artists, and rising stars.
Ella Langley is having an incredible year. She leads the 2026 CMA Awards nominations with nine nominations.
Miranda Lambert follows with seven nominations, while Kacey Musgraves has earned five. Cody Johnson has four nominations, including Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year.
Tim McGraw will also be part of the celebration. His appearance comes during a special year in his career following his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Meanwhile, The Red Clay Strays, Zach Top, and Tucker Wetmore will bring their own sounds to the stage.
A Special Tribute To Dolly Parton
The 60th CMA Awards will also feature a special tribute honoring Dolly Parton.
The legendary country star passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80. Her influence on country music has reached generations of artists and fans.
The CMA has not yet revealed which performers will take part in the tribute or which songs will be included.
When And Where To Watch The 2026 CMA Awards
The 60th Annual CMA Awards will take place on Wednesday, November 18, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
Lainey Wilson will return as host for the third consecutive year.
The ceremony will air live at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p
