What Time Do 2025 Academy Of Country Music Awards Begin? How To Watch

Published: Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:12 am

2025 ACM Awards: Everything You Need to Know

Get ready, country music fans! The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards are happening this week, and here's your essential guide. Hosted by the legendary Reba McEntire, the awards ceremony promises a night of incredible performances and well-deserved recognition.

The 2025 ACM Awards will be streaming live on **Prime Video on Thursday, May 8th, starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT**. The best part? You don't need an Amazon Prime membership to watch!

This year's nominations are led by breakout star Ella Langley, who has already won New Female Artist of the Year. Langley is also nominated for Female Artist of the Year, Single of the Year, Song of the Year, and Music Event of the Year for "You Look Like You Love Me" featuring Riley Green, who also won an early award for Visual Media of the Year. Other early winners include Zach Top for New Male Artist of the Year and The Red Clay Strays for New Duo or Group of the Year.

The competition is fierce, with Cody Johnson, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson also vying for the coveted Entertainer of the Year award, alongside Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Chris Stapleton. The ceremony will be held at the Ford Center at the Star in Frisco, Texas, and will feature performances from Blake Shelton, Eric Church, and Lainey Wilson, among others. Don't miss out on this exciting celebration of country music!

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