The 59th Annual CMA Awards take over Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena tonight, Wednesday, Nov. 19.
The ceremony will air live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET.
Cord-cutters can watch the CMA Awards live on Fubo (5-day free trial), DIRECTV (5-day free trial) and other streaming services listed below.
Where to watch the 2025 CMA Awards for free
Those without cable can stream the CMA Awards live on live TV services that offer ABC access, including Fubo (5-day free trial) and DIRECTV (5-day free trial). Watch for free by taking advantage of these trial offers.
For viewers who miss the live broadcast, the CMA Awards will be available to stream the next day on Hulu.
What are the differences between streaming services?
Fubo - Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 220 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with a 5-day free trial and $30 off the first month of service.
DIRECTV - Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts as low as $19.99/month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.
Who is hosting the 2025 CMA Awards?
Country music’s own Lainey Wilson is returning as host for the second consecutive year. The reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Wilson is also a six-time nominee at this year’s ceremony.
Who is nominated?
Some of this year’s nominees for top categories include:
Entertainer of the Year: Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson
Female Vocalist of the Year: Kelsea Ballerini, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson
Male Vocalist of the Year: Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Zach Top and Morgan Wallen
New Artist of the Year: Ella Langley, Shaboozey, Zach Top, Tucker Wetmore and Stephen Wilson Jr.
Among the most nominated this year are Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley and Megan Moroney, each with six nominations.
Syracuse native Post Malone took home the CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year for his hit song “Pour Me a Drink” ahead of the live show.
The CMA Awards will also honor legendary country artist Vince Gill with the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.
See a full list of nominations.
Who is performing at the 2025 CMA Awards?
The night will feature live performances from some of country music’s biggest names. These include:
- Keith Urban
- Little Big Town
- Kelsea Ballerini
- BigXthaPlug
- Brandi Carlile
- Kenny Chesney
- Luke Combs
- Riley Green
- Miranda Lambert
- Ella Langley
- Patty Loveless
- Megan Moroney
- Old Dominion
- The Red Clay Strays
- Shaboozey
- Chris Stapleton
- Zach Top
- Tucker Wetmore
- Lainey Wilson
- Stephen Wilson Jr.
Who is presenting at the 2025 CMA Awards?
This year’s presenters include familiar faces from both the country music scene and beyond, including:
- Lady A
- Alison Brown
- Jessica Capshaw
- Billy Ray Cyrus
- Lauren Daigle
- Jordan Davis
- Elizabeth Hurley
- Cody Johnson
- Bert Kreischer
- Brandon Lake
- Ella Langley
- Steve Martin
- Leanne Morgan
- NE-YO
- Chris O’Donnell
- Kimberly Perry
- LeAnn Rimes
- Alan Ritchson
- Lara Spencer
- Billy Bob Thornton
- Grace Van Patten
- Gretchen Wilson
- Bailey Zimmerman
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