Get your calendar out and save the dates. The Gospel Music Association has officially unveiled the full schedule for Dove Week 2026, happening October 4-6 in Nashville, TN.
Tickets are available for unforgettable live music events leading up to the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards on Tuesday, October 6, at Bridgestone Arena. This year’s events include:
Sunday, October 4
GMA Dove Awards Inaugural Day of Service Presented by Thrivent
Nashville First Baptist Church
Event time: 3:30-5:30pm
Join us for the GMA Dove Awards Inaugural Day of Service, presented by Thrivent, as we come together to serve and support the Nashville community. We’ll be partnering with People Loving Nashville to pack winter kits that will be distributed to people in need throughout our community. Thrivent is generously providing all of the items for the winter kits, making it possible for us to focus on what matters most—serving others together.
Future Legacy Hip-Hop Showcase
Cannery Hall – Row One Stage
Doors: 6:00 PM
Show Begins: 6:30 PM
Sponsored by VYB, this showcase is hosted by DJ Focus & Keal K and includes performances from ADIA, Don Ready, DJ Trendsetter Sense, LaNell Grant, Nathan Davis Jr., 1K Phew, JustCordell and more.
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Monday, October 5
Night of Worship at Ryman Auditorium featuring Elevation Worship
Ryman Auditorium
Show Begins: 6:30 PM
Sponsored by World Vision, Elevation Worship will kick off Dove Week 2026 with a special Night of Worship at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Join us for a powerful evening at the “Mother Church” before we celebrate all God is doing at the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards.
*This event is now sold-out.
Gospel Music Showcase
Rocketown
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show Begins: 7:30 PM
Celebrate the year's best Gospel Music with us!
Gospel takes center stage during Dove Awards Week with Anthony Brown & group therAPy, Jonathan Nelson, Kelontae Gavin, Dr. Bobby Jones & Super Choir, BC1WAY, and MORE...
Sponsors: Tyscot Records, Provident Label Group, Motown Gospel
The Roots Gospel Gathering
Station Inn
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show Begins: 7:30 PM
Hosted by Jason Crabb, this showcase includes performances from Endless Highway, The Ledbetter Brothers, Jeff & Sheri Easter, and more.
Raices y Ritmos Latin Music Showcase
Cannery Hall – The Mil Stage
Doors: 7:30 PM
Show Begins: 8:00 PM
Sponsored by Compassion International, this showcase is hosted by AJ Ramos and includes performances from Aline Barros, Alexis Arai, Averly Morillo, Cales Louima, Christine D’Clario, Enoc Parra, Genock Gabriel, Jahdiel Roman, Joel Rocco, Karen Espinosa, Miel San Marcos, Música Más Vida, Alett Frias, Israel Houghton, Aaron Moses and Sarai Rivera.
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Tuesday, October 6
GMA Advocacy Breakfast
Nashville First Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall
9:00 -11 am
Protecting Creativity: Rights, Innovation & the Future of Music
Start your morning with an inside look at the policies and conversations shaping the future of music. This year’s breakfast will bring together industry leaders from The Recording Academy, DiMA, and RIAA for a timely discussion on the advocacy efforts and policy issues impacting creators and the broader music community.
We’ll also hear directly from creators, including Matt Maher, Jonathan Gamble, Lloyd Nicks, and more.
The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards
Bridgestone Arena
6:30 PM
Experience the biggest night in Christian and Gospel music. Hosted by Tauren Wells, this year’s performers and presenters will be announced soon. Stay tuned.
For showcase tickets and more details, visit https://doveawards.com/doveweek.
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