The holiday season is almost here, and “CMA Country Christmas” is returning with a lineup of country stars, gospel singers and special guests for its 2026 edition. The annual special brings artists together to perform Christmas classics and original holiday songs for viewers to enjoy with family and friends.

This year’s show will air Tuesday, December 1, at 9 p.m. ET on ABC. Fans can stream it on Disney+ and Hulu beginning Wednesday, December 2. Performance clips will also be available on ABC’s website and CMAChristmas.com.

The 2026 lineup includes Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, Lady A, Russell Dickerson and Trisha Yearwood, alongside gospel favorites BeBe Winans and Debbie Winans, rising guitarist Grace Bowers and violinist Lindsey Stirling. The mix of country, gospel and instrumental performers brings different musical styles together for the annual holiday celebration.

Lady A will host the event while also taking the stage to perform. Their appearance carries added meaning this year following Charles Kelley’s recent cancer diagnosis.

BeBe and Debbie Winans will bring their gospel roots to the program, joining country artists whose music often celebrates faith, family and hope. While the specific songs have not been announced, viewers can expect a mix of familiar seasonal favorites and original holiday material.

The show was recorded on October 14 at Belmont University in Nashville. As of October 28, no additional host had been announced.

In previous years, the special has paired performers from different musical backgrounds as hosts. Davis and Lauren Daigle hosted the 2025 edition, while Amy Grant and Trisha Yearwood shared hosting duties in 2024.

With returning favorites and new guests, “CMA Country Christmas” will offer a musical start to the holiday season. Fans can tune in to ABC on December 1 at 9 p.m. ET or stream the special the following day on Disney+ and Hulu.