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It’s almost time for “Country Music’s Biggest Night” as Lainey Wilson hosts the 59th annual CMA Awards!
This year’s star-studded show will feature performances by Luke Combs, host Lainey Wilson, Zach Top, Ella Langley, Tucker Wetmore, Kelsea Ballerini, Brandi Carlile, Kenny Chesney, Riley Green, Little Big Town, Patty Loveless, Keith Urban, and Megan Moroney, with BigXthaPlug and Luke Combs (“Pray Hard”) and Shaboozey and Wilson (“Took a Walk”) collaborating on a few can’t miss numbers.
Also on the show, Vince Gill will be honored with the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.
Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley, and Megan Moroney lead the way with six nominations, with Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Wilson battling it out in the always competitive “Entertainer of the Year” category.
When are the 2025 CMA Awards? Where can you watch the CMA Awards online? Here’s everything you need to know.
When Are The 2025 CMA Awards?
Live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, the CMA Awards take place on Wednesday, November 19.
What Time/Channel Are The CMA Awards 2025 On?
The CMA Awards air Wednesday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC. Lauren Alaina and HaleyyBaylee will host a second-screen experience, CMA Awards Backstage Live, on CMA’s TikTok channel.
ABC’s “On The Red Carpet” coverage begins at 5:00 p.m. ET. You can stream all the pre-show coverage on CMAAwards.com and OnTheRedCarpet.com, with various ABC affiliates airing coverage from 5:00-8:00.
Where To Watch The 2025 CMA Awards Live Online For Free:
If you have a valid cable login, you can stream the 2025 CMA Awards live on ABC.com or via the ABC app.
The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. We recommend DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.
DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Plans start at $49.99/month.
You can also watch this year’s show with an active subscription to fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV. FuboTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.
Will The CMA Awards 2025 Be On Hulu?
Yes! The show will be available for next-day streaming on ABC.com, Hulu, and Disney+ beginning Thursday, November 20.
