The Country Music Association (CMA) has announced that the 60th annual CMA Awards will be held on November 18, 2026, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and available on Hulu the following day. This year marks a significant milestone as Sarah Trahern, the CMA CEO since 2014, prepares to retire. The CMA has outlined a comprehensive ballot schedule for voting and nominations across multiple award categories, including the CMA Broadcast Awards and CMA Touring Awards. Voting will occur in three rounds, beginning with a nomination ballot sent to eligible CMA professional members on July 6, 2026. The final nominees will be announced later in the summer, with the final voting closing on October 27, 2026. The CMA also recognizes international contributions to country music through its International Awards, with nominations opening on May 1, 2026. This year's awards cycle emphasizes the importance of community participation in shaping the future of country music.