Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson taking the stage at the 2023 CMA Awards: Full performers list

Who’s ready for “country music’s biggest night?” I sure am! That’s how ABC is dubbing the 2023 CMA Awards, aka the Country Music Awards. And I definitely agree with the network. There’s lots of awards shows that take place throughout the year for different genres, but the CMA’s are always a fan-favorite. One of the most exciting parts about these ceremonies is the performers!

Taking on hosting duties once again for the 57th annual event are Peyton Manning and American Idol judge Luke Bryan, with the latter also performing. The 2023 Country Music Awards airs live tonight, Nov. 8, 2023 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The three-hour event takes place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee and will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.

So who are some of the country stars taking the stage this year? Some of the 2023 CMA Awards performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, The War and Treaty, HARDY, and many more. Ready to find out the full list? We’ve got it for you below!

Full list of performers at the 2023 CMA Awards

The 2023 CMA Awards will be kicking off with Jelly Roll taking the stage for the opening performance. He’ll be singing “Need a Favor.” Plus, there’s a special “Jimmy Buffet Tribute Performance” by Kenny Chesney, Mac McAnally, Alan Jackson, and Zac Brown Band. The famous tropical rock artist passed away Sept. 1, 2023 at the age of 76 due to Merkel-cell carcinoma, an aggressive type of skin cancer.

There will also be multiple stars collaborating for special performances including HARDY, Morgan Wallen and Post Malone; Jelly Roll and K. Michelle singing “Love Can Build a Bridge;” Old Dominion and Megan Moroney performing “Can’t Break Up Now;” Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton singing “We Don’t Fight Anymore;” Tanya Tucker and Little Big Town’s rendition of “Delta Dawn;” and Morgan Wallen taking the stage with a special guest who has not been revealed. I guess we’re in for a few surprises!

Below we shared the full list of performers you can expect to see tonight. And if you keep scrolling down, we go more in-depth to highlight some of our favorite artists:

• Kelsea Ballerini, “Leave Me Again”
• Lainey Wilson, “Wildflowers and Wild Horses”
• Jelly Roll, “Need a Favor” (opening performance)
• Jelly Roll and K. Michelle, “Love Can Build a Bridge”
• Luke Combs, “Where the Wild Things Are”
• Dan + Shay, “Save Me the Trouble”
• Jordan Davis, “Next Thing You Know”
• Cody Johnson, “The Painter”
• Ashley McBryde, “Light On in the Kitchen”
• Chris Stapleton, “White Horse”
• The War And Treaty, “That’s How Love is Made”
• Luke Bryan
• Kenny Chesney, Mac McAnally, Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band (Jimmy Buffett Tribute)
• Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton, “We Don’t Fight Anymore”
• Old Dominion and Megan Moroney, “Can’t Break Up Now”
• Tanya Tucker and Little Big Town, “Delta Dawn”
• HARDY, Morgan Wallen, Post Malone
• Morgan Wallen and Special Guest

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini is a country pop singer and songwriter whose first studio album was “The First Time.” The 30-year-old Knoxville, Tennessee native’s most recent album is “Subject to Change” which came out in 2022. Currently, she’s dating Outer Banks star Chase Stokes, and you can find her at @kelseaballerini on Instagram.

Lainey Wilson

Lainey Wilson follows a more traditional country sound and is also a singer and songwriter. Her first album came out in 2014, titled “Lainey Wilson.” One of her most known songs is “Things a Man Oughta Know”. The 31-year-old is from Baskin, Louisiana and currently dating former -NFL quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges. You can give her a follow on Instagram at @laineywilson.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 08: Luke Combs performs on stage during day one of CMA Fest 2023 at Nissan Stadium on June 08, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Luke Combs

Luke Combs, originally from Huntersville, North Carolina, is a 33-year-old singer and songwriter. He started music at a young age, but began gaining recognition for his second album, “What You See Is What You Get” which debuted in 2019. He is married to Nicole Hocking and the couple shares two sons. The artist is on Instagram at @lukecombs.

Dan + Shay

Dan + Shay are a duo who focus on country pop music. Their first album, “Where It All Began,” came out in 2013. Over the years, they’ve done songs with Justin Bieber, Kelly Clarkson, Charlie Puth, and more. One of their most popular songs is “Speechless.” Find them on Instagram at @danandshay.

2023 CMA presenters and nominees:

Some of this year’s star-studded presenters at the 2023 CMA Awards are Paula Abdul; Bill Anderson; Nate Bargatze; and Cynthia Erivo. There are 12 categories, including “Entertainer of the Year.” One of five artists who will snag the award are Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. For a full list of this year’s presenters and nominees, head over to the CMA website.

The 2023 CMA Awards airs tonight, Nov. 8, 2023, starting at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The event will also be available to stream on Hulu the next day.