The Academy of Country Music Awards descended on Las Vegas on May 17, but some stars looked like they were ready for the beach, not the red carpet.

Ella Langley has won five awards so far at the show, hosted by Shania Twain at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

The Academy of Country Music Awards 2026 are underway in Las Vegas and the biggest country music stars came out to celebrate.

This year's ceremony is hosted by Shania Twain, with performances from Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert and more.

The 61st Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards will take place on May 17, celebrating this year's biggest stars in country music. Established in 1966, the ACMs are the longest-running country music awards show.

The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards return to the dazzling city of Las Vegas with Shania Twain as host on Sunday, May 17.

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 ACM Award nominations. Here's how to watch this year's award ceremony when it airs on May 17. (Todd Owyoung/NBC via ) (NBC via ) The Academy of Country Music Awards are being shaken up with a new host and a new venue for the first time in years.

Catch a glimpse at the top show moments from the 61st ACM Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Ella Langley, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney and Miranda Lambert are nominated for Female Artist of the Year at the 2026 ACM Awards, while Riley Green, Zach Top, Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson and Luke Combs compete for Male Artist of the Year.