The first round of performers for the 2026 CMA Awards have just been announced.

Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Kacey Musgraves, Miranda Lambert, The Red Clay Strays, Tim McGraw, Tucker Wetmore and Zach Top will all be performing. Fans can also expect to see a tribute to the late Dolly Parton.

Lainey Wilson will host this year's show solo after co-hosting in 2025. Ella Langley is the most nominated artist this year with nine.

The 2026 CMA Awards are set for November 18. The show will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on ABC and Disney+.