May 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible month for country music. Following Stagecoach 2026’s triumphant conclusion, country will shift focus to major album releases, touring spectacles, and the 61st ACM Awards. Here’s your complete May 2026 country music preview covering all the major events, releases, and moments you won’t want to miss.
May 1: Album Release Day
- Kacey Musgraves ‘Middle of Nowhere’: 6th studio album drops across all platforms
- Rita Wilson ‘Sound of a Woman’: New project arriving May 1
May 1-2: Morgan Wallen Las Vegas
Morgan Wallen brings stadium dominance to Las Vegas with two sold-out shows at Allegiant Stadium on May 1-2. Brooks & Dunn and Gavin Adcock support both nights. These shows represent major touring moments just days before the ACM Awards and position Wallen as country’s biggest live draw.
May 17: 61st ACM Awards
The month crescendos with the 61st ACM Awards on May 17 from MGM Grand Garden Arena Las Vegas on Prime Video, hosted by Shania Twain. Kacey Musgraves will perform from her new album. Morgan Wallen’s Las Vegas momentum will influence major category voting. Lainey Wilson as defending Entertainer of the Year will compete for back-to-back wins.
May 2026 will be an unforgettable month for country music fans. Keep following Sunset Country Fest for all May coverage, exclusive previews, and real-time updates on country’s biggest moments.