The 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards is coming back to MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 16, 2027 at 5:00 PM PT. Country music’s biggest night returns to the Strip for an unforgettable celebration of the genre’s brightest stars.
The ACM Awards honor the top artists, songwriters, and industry professionals in country music, with categories including Entertainer of the Year, Female and Male Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. The ceremony has a rich history in Las Vegas, which has hosted the show many times over the decades, making the city a second home for country music’s premier awards night.
Date, time and show details
The 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards takes place at MGM Grand on Sunday, May 16, 2027. According to the official MGM Resorts listing, doors open at 4:00 PM PT and the show begins at 5:00 PM PT.
Fans can expect a star-studded evening featuring live performances from the biggest names in country music, surprise collaborations, and the presentation of country music’s most coveted trophies. The ACM Awards are known for show-stopping medleys, heartfelt acceptance speeches, and once-in-a-lifetime musical moments that define the year in country music.
The venue: MGM Grand
MGM Grand is located at 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, on the Las Vegas Strip. One of the largest hotels in the world, MGM Grand’s entertainment venues have hosted countless landmark events, from championship boxing to the biggest awards shows in music.
The ACM Awards’ return to MGM Grand continues a storied tradition — the venue has been a longtime home for the ceremony, offering the scale and spectacle worthy of country music’s biggest night.
Tickets
Tickets for the 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards at MGM Grand are available through the official MGM Resorts ticketing channels. Visit the official event page at mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com and click “Find tickets” to see current availability and pricing.
Awards show tickets are among the most sought-after in entertainment, and the ACM Awards’ Las Vegas return is expected to draw fans from across the country. Booking early is strongly recommended.
Getting to MGM Grand
MGM Grand sits on the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, easily accessible from across the valley. The resort offers extensive self-parking and valet options. The Las Vegas Monorail has a station at MGM Grand, providing convenient access from other Strip resorts.
For those staying at neighboring MGM Resorts properties, walking to MGM Grand is straightforward, and rideshare pickup zones are clearly marked at the resort’s main entrances.
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