Fan-Favorite Country Stars Strut The 2026 ACM Awards Red Carpet

Kelsea Ballerini, Kacey Musgraves, Ella Langley and more dazzled under the Las Vegas lights.

by Tiffany Goldstein - May 17 2026
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The energy in Las Vegas was at an all-time high tongiht (May 17) as the biggest names in country music rolled up to the MGM Grand Garden Arena for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards

From the second celebrities stepped out, it was clear no one was coming to play it safe on the red carpet – sequins, tailored jackets with an old-school western flair, bolo ties, boots, cowboy hats, and buckle belts popped up everywhere. You had moments that felt romantic, alongside looks that went full-on Las Vegas glam. It was fun watching country tradition mix with modern edge, and seeing artists use fashion to tell a little story about who they are and where they’re headed.

All in all, the red carpet set the tone for a night that promised big performances and even bigger style. Keep scrolling to see which looks had everyone talking.

Kelsea Ballerini


Kacey Musgraves


Shaboozey


Ella Langley


Dan + Shay 


Lainey Wilson


Mackenzie Carpenter


Shania Twain


Kane Brown


Cody Johnson


Feature Photo Credit: Courtesy of Dick Clark Productions/Academy of Country Music

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