NASHVILLE, Tenn. (NEXSTAR) – The stars of country music are hitting the red carpet ahead of the 58th Annual CMA Awards. See the legends of the business, the biggest hitmakers of today, and the brightest stars of tomorrow all share the red carpet as they walk into Bridgestone Arena at the heart of Music City. Luke Bryan, Peyton Manning and Lainey Wilson are hosting the CMAs. Wilson will join Bryan, who has hosted four times, and Manning, who will be a three-time host this year. CMA Awards 2024: Everything you need to know for Country Music’s Biggest Night The show kicks off on ABC at 7 p.m. CT. Post Malone and Chris Stapleton will open the show with a performance of “California Sober.” For a full list of performances and collaborations, click here. Note: The live stream is video only, there is no audio.