The 61st Annual Academy of Country Music Awards are scheduled to be broadcast live on May 17, with exclusive streaming available through Prime Video. This year's ceremony, originating from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, marks the hosting debut of three-time ACM Award winner Shania Twain. Amazon’s extended streaming partnership, now valid until 2028, provides viewers with the opportunity to experience the event, which will also feature a range of exclusive merchandise. New subscribers to Amazon Prime can enjoy a complimentary 30-day trial, granting them full access to the awards show and other Prime Video content.

Viewers can tune in to the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. For those without an existing Prime membership, a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime is available, which includes a subscription to Prime Video. This allows new users to watch the entire awards ceremony without charge. Following the trial period, membership costs are $14.99 per month or $139 annually, with flexible cancellation options.

This year’s nominations see Megan Moroney leading with eight nods, including the prestigious Entertainer of the Year category, where she competes against acclaimed artists such as Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. The event will showcase an impressive lineup of performances from a diverse group of artists. Scheduled to take the stage are Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, and Lainey Wilson, alongside emerging talents like Avery Anna, Blake Shelton, Carter Faith, Dan + Shay, Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, The Red Clay Strays, Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore, Zach Top, and the duo Parker McCollum and Lee Ann Womack. The production of the ACM Awards is managed by Dick Clark Productions, a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation, which is also the parent company of The Hollywood Reporter.

The upcoming Academy of Country Music Awards promises an evening filled with star-studded performances and the recognition of country music's top talents. With Shania Twain at the helm and a strong roster of nominees and performers, the event is poised to be a significant celebration in the country music calendar, accessible globally through Amazon's streaming platform.