Taylor Swift's CMA Awards performance is set for Wednesday, November 18, the CMA and ABC announced on November 13. It's her first CMA performance in 13 years. Here's the time, the channel, who else is performing, and our song guesses.
Taylor Swift Is Performing at the 60th CMA Awards
Taylor Swift performs at the 60th CMA Awards on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. The show runs 8-11 p.m. ET (7-10 p.m. CT) on ABC from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. It also streams live on Disney+. See the full viewing details below.
No song has been announced yet. We share some guesses further down.
When and Where the CMA Awards Air on Nov. 18
Here's everything you need to watch:
- Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Time: 8-11 p.m. ET / 7-10 p.m. CT
- TV: ABC
- Live stream: Disney+
- Replay: Hulu, the next day
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
Missed it live? The show lands on Hulu on November 19.
Her First CMA Performance Since 2013
Swift last performed at the CMA Awards in 2013. That's a 13-year gap.
She last attended the show in 2016. So she's been away from the room for 10 years.
Swift confirmed in an Instagram Stories post that she plans to attend. That means she'll be in Nashville on the night.
Who Else Is Performing With Lainey Wilson Hosting
Lainey Wilson hosts for the third year in a row.
Earlier-announced performers are Ella Langley, Miranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Cody Johnson, Tucker Wetmore, Tim McGraw, Zach Top and The Red Clay Strays.
Swift joins that list as the latest name added. (More: how Ella Langley and Morgan Wallen shaped a country summer.)
Rumors Rolling Stone Says Are Not True
Some fans guessed Swift would join a tribute segment. Rolling Stone reports that the rumors of her joining the Brooks & Dunn or Dolly Parton tribute segments are not true.
We also couldn't confirm any reports of all-star guests joining her. Treat those as unconfirmed until the CMA or ABC says otherwise.
Song Guesses for Swift's Set (Clearly Labeled as Guesses)
No setlist has been released. Everything here is a guess.
Our best guess is "I Knew It, I Knew You," the song she's nominated for. IBTimes reported a country-chart No. 1 comeback for it, which makes it a natural fit for this stage.
We have no confirmed word on a second song or any guests. Any claim otherwise is just speculation.
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Her Single of the Year Nomination in Context
Swift is nominated for Single of the Year for "I Knew It, I Knew You." The song is from Toy Story 5.
It's her 26th career CMA nomination. That makes her return a double moment: a performance and a shot at a trophy.
(More: Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl deluxe edition encore.)
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Taylor Swift CMA Awards FAQ
Will Taylor Swift win at the 2026 CMA Awards?
Nobody knows yet. She's up for Single of the Year, and winners are revealed during the show on November 18.
Is Taylor Swift attending the CMA Awards in person?
Yes, she plans to. She confirmed it in an Instagram Stories post after the performance news.
When did Taylor Swift last attend the CMA Awards?
She last attended in 2016. Her last CMA performance was in 2013.
Who is hosting the 2026 CMA Awards?
Lainey Wilson is hosting for the third year in a row.
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