2026 Mountain West Country Music Awards

Join us on November 7th, 2026 at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs to celebrate the best in Mountain West Country Music! Join us for the 2nd Annual Mountain West Country Music Association Awards Show on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the elegant Heritage Ballroom at The Antlers Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. This unforgettable evening celebrates the artists, musicians, and industry professionals who are shaping country music across the Mountain West. Guests will enjoy a lively Cocktail Hour, followed by a three-course plated dinner before the presentation of 11 major awards categories, recognizing excellence in country music throughout the region. The evening will feature special live performances from award nominees and winners, all hosted by Jimmy Sengenberger—nationally recognized conservative commentator, investigative columnist for The Denver Gazette, and accomplished harmonica player. The celebration concludes with a 60–90 minute dance set by Rhett Haney, followed by an intimate after-party song circle in the Antlers Hotel lobby, where guests can experience unforgettable performances from some of the Mountain West’s finest artists. Don’t miss this premier night of music, celebration, and community at the heart of the Mountain West country music scene.