The Academy of Country Music (ACM) has announced that the 60th annual ACM Awards will be held on May 8, 2025, at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. The event will be streamed exclusively on Prime Video, marking a significant return for the celebrated awards show.
Reba McEntire, a 16-time ACM Award winner, will return as host for the 18th time, promising an unmissable evening of country music excellence.
“I’m thrilled to be back hosting the 60th ACM Awards on Prime Video,” McEntire expressed. “It’s going to be an absolute must-watch event, and I can’t wait to reunite with everyone in Texas!”
The 2025 ceremony will celebrate six decades of the ACM Awards, honoring both established stars and rising talents in the country music industry.
“We are excited to commemorate the ACM Awards’ 60th anniversary throughout the year, culminating in our return to Amazon Prime Video next May,” said ACM CEO Damon Whiteside. “Reba McEntire’s history-making tenure as host reflects her unparalleled connection to the ACM Awards, and we anticipate another unforgettable show under her guidance.”
“The ACM Awards made a significant debut in Texas during our 50th anniversary in 2015, and we eagerly anticipate returning to Frisco next year to celebrate this milestone moment. We look forward to welcoming industry professionals, artists, and fans alike to Texas for a week of celebration!”
The recent 2024 ACM Awards, hosted by McEntire at the Ford Center and streamed on Prime Video, saw Chris Stapleton and Lainey Wilson among the night’s notable winners.
