Country superstar Keith Urban has been confirmed as the headliner of "ACM Next Wave: Country's Beach Bash".
"ACM Next Wave: Country's Beach Bash" is set to take place at Mandalay Bay Beach on May 16. Urban joins previously announced performers Flatland Cavalry, Ashley Cooke, Dasha, Braxton Keith and Tucker Wetmore, as well as members of the Opry NextStage Class of 2026 Willow Avalon, Graham Barham, Tyler Braden, Alexandra Kay, Vincent Mason, Emily Ann Roberts and Hudson Westbrook on the show.
Additionally, Avery Anna, The Band Perry, Jenna Paulette and Caroline Jones have been announced as performers for the "Whiskey Jam Welcome Party" on May 14, a free ACM Awards welcome party open to both fans and industry alike held at Ole Red Las Vegas. Additional performers for the "Whiskey Jam Welcome Party" will be announced soon.
Meanwhile, the 61st ACM Awards will be held on Sunday, May 17th, at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT at the world-renowned MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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