You can watch the ACM Awards live and for free on Prime Video and on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, which stream the show globally without requiring a paid Prime subscription.

When and where it’s streaming

  • The ACM Awards now stream exclusively online instead of airing on a traditional cable network.
  • For the current cycle, the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards will stream live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
  • The show is available in more than 240 countries and territories via Prime Video.

How to watch on Prime Video

  • You can go to the Prime Video app on your smart TV, streaming device, phone, tablet, or web browser and search for “ACM Awards” at showtime.
  • A Prime membership is not required to watch the live stream; the broadcast is made free to view during the event window.
  • New viewers can optionally sign up for a 30‑day free trial of Prime Video, which also covers the event and other content if they want extra access.

How to watch on Twitch (Amazon Music channel)

  • If you prefer Twitch, you can tune in via the Amazon Music channel there, which simulcasts the ACM Awards live.
  • This is also free to watch; you just need a Twitch account and an internet connection.

If you miss the live show

  • Replays and highlights typically remain available on Prime Video after the live broadcast so you can watch later.
  • Some services like Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV may carry delayed highlight packages or clips, but they do not have the live rights due to Amazon’s exclusivity.

Bottom note: Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.