Country's Beach Bash: Pre-ACM Awards Excitement

0:00On March 26th, the Academy of Country Music is partnering with the Grand Ole Opry for a new pre-awards event called Country's Beach Bash. It will spotlight rising stars from the Opry next-stage class of 2026, like Willow Avalon, Tyler Braden, and Emily Ann Roberts. The outdoor show happens at Mandalay Bay Beach and Wave Pool in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, right before the main awards. Tickets went on sale today through AXS.com with general emissions starting at $75 in VIP options at $150. This fan favorite setup turns the beach area into a unique stage for these up-and-coming artists. Meanwhile, another highlight that weekend is the ACM lifting lives event with Riley Green and friends at Topgolf Las Vegas on Friday, May 15th, starting at APM. General admission there runs $150 and VIP gets early access for $200. Both shows support the ACM lifting live charity, which helps people through music. The action

1:05builds to the 61st ACM awards on Sunday, May 17th, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. It marks the show's return to Vegas in the Sunday night slot, streaming live exclusively on Prime Video. Country music fans have a packed weekend ahead with fresh talent and big names, all leading into the awards excitement. Music news. Today, powered by AI bringing you what's trending and sound.