You can watch the 2020 ACM Awards live on CBS or stream them online via CBS All Access, which offers a 7-day free trial and plans starting at $5.99 per month
. The awards show was broadcast live from Nashville on September 16, 2020, and performances are also available on YouTube
. For the most current ACM Awards, such as the 2025 ceremony, the show is available to stream live for free on Amazon Prime Video and the Amazon Music Twitch channel without requiring a Prime membership
. The 2025 ACM Awards aired on May 8, 2025, starting at 8 p.m. ET. In summary:
- For the 2020 ACM Awards: Watch live on CBS or stream on CBS All Access.
- For the 2025 ACM Awards and later: Stream live for free on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Music Twitch channel, no subscription needed.
You can also find performances and highlights on official ACM YouTube channels.
