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Today, the Academy of Country Music revealed new details about the upcoming 18th ACM Honors, set for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, including the co-hosts and first round of performers.

Co-Hosted By Carly Pearce and Russell Dickerson

Hosted by Carly Pearce, returning for her fifth year, and first-time host Russell Dickerson, this year’s ACM Honors will celebrate special honorees including Eric Church, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, and more.

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“I’m excited to return as host of ACM Honors for the fifth year in a row,” Pearce shared. “This night holds a special place in my heart because it shines a light on the songwriters, musicians, and industry voices who make what we do possible. It’s truly one of my favorite nights of the year. It will be such a full circle moment to co-host with one of my oldest friends in Nashville, Russell Dickerson.”

“It’s a real honor to be hosting ACM Honors for the first time—especially at The Pinnacle, in the heart of Nashville,” Dickerson added. “This night is all about giving credit to the folks who keep the wheels turning behind the scenes, and I’m proud to be part of it. Getting to team up with Carly and celebrate the industry we love so much is going to be one for the books.”

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First Round Of Performers Announced

The just-announced performance lineup includes nine-time ACM Award winner and three-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan, four-time ACM Award nominee Russell Dickerson, eight-time ACM Award winner Karen Fairchild of Little Big Town, multi-Platinum and GRAMMY Winning artist Amy Grant, three-time ACM Award winner Ashley McBryde, and four-time ACM Award winner Carly Pearce.

Honorees

These performers will take the stage inside Nashville’s The Pinnacle, located at Nashville Yards, to pay tribute to the following special award honorees: Twisters (ACM Film Award), Eric Church and Ben Vaughn (ACM Icon Award), Luke Combs (ACM International Award), Rissi Palmer (ACM Lift Every Voice Award), Jelly Roll (ACM Lifting Lives Award), Randy Travis (ACM Milestone Award), Mac McAnally (ACM Poet’s Award), Lori Badgett (ACM Service Award), Cody Johnson (ACM Spirit Award), Lainey Wilson (ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year Award), and Jessie Jo Dillon (ACM Songwriter of the Year Award).

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“This year’s ACM Special Awards honorees each have played an essential role in Country Music’s success,” Kerri Edwards, Chair of the ACM Special Awards committee, previously shared.. “From some of Country Music’s legendary artists to the incredible songwriters and powerhouse executives, we are so excited to celebrate these well-deserved recipients next month at The Pinnacle in Nashville. Congratulations to all the honorees.”

“We are thrilled to bring the Country Music industry’s favorite night, ACM Honors, to The Pinnacle, Nashville’s newest live music venue, next month,” added Damon Whiteside, CEO of the Academy of Country Music. “This is an exciting time for the Academy as we reimagine this special night through new partnerships and a new format that will elevate the show’s impact. We look forward to celebrating our Studio Recording and Industry Award winners, alongside our soon-to-be-announced Special Award Honorees, whose vital contributions make the music we love possible.”

More performers, presenters, and event details will be revealed in the weeks ahead. A limited number of tickets and premium seating options are available now via AXS.

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