Overview
- Disney and the Country Music Association agreed to a six-year renewal through 2032 that keeps the CMA Awards on ABC.
- Beginning with the 60th CMA Awards on Nov. 18, 2026, the show will stream live on Disney+ alongside the ABC telecast.
- The extended deal also secures TV homes for CMA Fest and CMA Country Christmas through 2032.
- CMA CEO Sarah Trahern said finalizing the extension was a priority as she plans to retire at the end of 2026 and as CMA Fest prepares for a new stadium in 2027.
- Disney positioned the agreement as part of its growing live-event slate that features the Oscars and, starting in 2027, the Grammys and Super Bowl LXI.