Who’s Appearing, When to Watch and How to Vote
The 13th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend is imminent. Soon, your favorite Christian artists, authors, actors and podcasters will be posing for selfies with fans, debuting new music and upcoming projects, sharing stories behind the songs and faith-based shows you love and walking the red carpet for one of the most anticipated moments of the year. Whether you’ll be in Nashville for the star-powered weekend or on your couch enjoying the awards show from the comfort of your home, Christian music fans are at the center of Christian entertainment’s premier weekend, which culminates in the crowning highlight: the fan-voted awards ceremony.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend.
When is the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend?
The 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend is set to take place in Nashville, Tennessee, Friday, May 22, 2026 - Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. Fans will be treated to a Kickoff Concert, Worship in the Round, an Emerging Artist Showcase, a Songwriters Showcase, Sunday Morning Worship, exclusive artist interviews and book signings, among other fan-fueled experiences. The weekend concludes at the iconic Grand Ole Opry House with a red-carpet arrival and the star-studded 13th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards.
Who’s Appearing at the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards Weekend?
Andrew Ripp, Anne Wilson, Ben Fuller, CAIN, Carly Ann Taylor, Colton Dixon, Elevation Worship, Jon Reddick, Franni Cash, Lauren Daigle, Leanna Crawford, Matthew West, MercyMe, Pat Barrett, Steven Curtis Chapman, Terrian, Zach Williams and Zahriya Zachary are some of the many artists appearing across the entire three-day event.
How do I watch the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards?
Fans can join the celebration in person at Nashville’s historic Grand Ole Opry House on Sunday, May 24. A limited number of weekend packages and award-show-only tickets are available at klovefanawards.com. Those unable to be in the live audience can watch the exclusive television premiere on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) Friday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET, with an encore presentation airing on Friday, June 5.
Who’s hosting the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards?
Lauren Daigle and Sadie Robertson Huff will co-host this year’s K-LOVE Fan Awards.
Who’s nominated for the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards?
Phil Wickham leads the 2026 nominations with four nods. Meanwhile, Jeremy Camp, Lauren Daigle, Emerson Day, Elevation Worship, Brandon Lake, Jamie MacDonald, MercyMe and Josiah Queen each garnered three entries, respectively. Fans can view a full list of nominees across all categories here.
How do I vote in the 2026 K-LOVE Fan Awards?
Visit klovefanawards.com, and choose your favorite nominees from now through May 22 at 6 p.m. CT.
