Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton and More Join the 60th CMA Awards Lineup
The 60th Annual CMA Awards are getting even bigger, with several major country music stars joining the already impressive performance lineup.
The Country Music Association and ABC have announced a new group of performers for this year’s milestone ceremony, adding Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill, Megan Moroney, Mumford & Sons, Lainey Wilson, and Stephen Wilson Jr.
The announcement brings even more star power to Country Music’s Biggest Night, which is scheduled for November 18 in Nashville.
More Country Music Stars Added to the Lineup
The newly announced performers include some of the biggest names in country music.
Luke Combs, Vince Gill, Megan Moroney, Chris Stapleton, and Lainey Wilson will all take the stage during the ceremony.
Mumford & Sons will also make their CMA Awards debut, joining Chris Stapleton for a special performance.
Stapleton will also team up with Stephen Wilson Jr., who is among this year’s nominees.
The additions bring together established country music legends, current chart-toppers, and artists representing the genre’s next generation.
Star-Studded Tribute to Brooks & Dunn
One of the biggest highlights of the announcement is a special tribute to Brooks & Dunn.
The legendary duo will receive the 2026 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing their extraordinary contributions to country music.
Several artists will come together to honor their legacy, including Brothers Osborne, Luke Bryan, Halestorm, HARDY, and Marcus King.
The tribute promises to be one of the most memorable moments of the evening.
A Special Night for Country Music
The newly announced performers join the previously confirmed lineup of Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Tim McGraw, Kacey Musgraves, The Red Clay Strays, Zach Top, and Tucker Wetmore.
The ceremony will also feature a special tribute to Dolly Parton, celebrating her lasting influence on country music and entertainment.
Lainey Wilson will host the 60th CMA Awards, returning for her third consecutive year as host.
The show will take place at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, November 18, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT, airing live on ABC and Disney+ and streaming on Hulu the following day.
With so many major artists and special tributes planned, the 60th CMA Awards are shaping up to be a memorable celebration of country music.
