Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Riley Green, Alan Jackson, Crystal Gayle and Keith Urban are a few stars expected to attend. Newcomers like Zach Top, Ella Langley and Shaboozey will be there, as well, so the red carpet promises a wild mix of traditional and contemporary fashion, plus one or two outfits that require further explanation.

FRISCO, Texas -- The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards are taking place Thursday at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, just north of Dallas. This year marks the 60th annual edition of the ceremony and Reba McEntire will once again host. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The 2025 ACM Awards are just around the corner, with country music’s biggest and brightest stars taking the stage for the Academy of Country Music’s revered honors. The awards show will feature a bevy of singers and artists, complete with performances and more.