NASHVILLE, Tenn. (September 29, 2026) In a celebration of the many voices, gifts and expressions of faith that unite through music, the Gospel Music Association (GMA) has announced the final round of performers and presenters for the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards. Reflecting this year's theme, "Together For One," the newly announced performers include Brandon Lake with Lainey Wilson, Tye Tribbett, Hope Darst and Elevation Worship, performing from Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium.

Additionally, Natalie Grant and Amy Grant will join together for the first time on stage for a special tribute to the late Dolly Parton. The tribute honors Parton's lasting impact on Christian and Gospel music. A GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, multiple GMA Dove Award winner and nominee again this year, Parton has brought songs of faith to audiences across generations and genres.

The final presenter lineup welcomes Christine D'Clario, Chris Tomlin, Cory Asbury, Hezekiah Walker, Jenn Johnson, Marvin Sapp, Shawn Johnson East and from The Chosen George H. Xanthis and Paras Patel joining previously announced presenters for an evening that brings together artists, songwriters, producers and leaders from throughout the Christian and Gospel music community.

The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, presented in partnership with the Cantinas Arts Foundation, will be held October 6th, 2026, at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. Tickets are currently on sale HERE. While Music City Fan Experiences are now sold out, fans interested in attending in 2027 can join the waiting list now. The broadcast will air exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ app Friday, October 9th, 2026, at 7:30pm and 10pm ET and will be simulcast on SiriusXM The Message. An encore presentation will air on TBN and the TBN+ app Friday, October 16th, at 7:30pm and 10pm ET.

To download images of this year's performers, click HERE. To download images of this year's presenters, click here. For official social media assets, click HERE. Logos for the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards are located here. For the complete list of nominees visit doveawards.com.

The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards are produced by the Gospel Music Association in partnership with TPR. Jackie Patillo, Justin Fratt and Tauren Wells serve as executive producers, Curtis Stoneberger and Paul Wright as producers. Russell E. Hall returns as director, and Scott Moore and Go Live Productions as production manager.

About Gospel Music Association & Foundation:

Since 1964, the Gospel Music Association has existed to expose, promote and celebrate the Gospel through music, believing a song can carry that message as far and as wide as any sermon. The GMA serves the Christian music community by equipping artists and industry professionals at every stage of their calling through education, advocacy and connection. The organization also honors the legacy of those who paved the way while championing the next generation of creators carrying the Gospel forward. Through broadcasts like the GMA Dove Awards, now in its 57th year, the GMA puts that mission on stage, celebrating excellence across the Christian music genre while reaching millions around the world with music that points to Christ.

For more information about the Gospel Music Association, visit www.gospelmusic.org. Join the GMA social communities on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube and LinkedIn.

About TBN:

TBN is the World's Most Watched Faith Network®, reaching over 175 nations with inspirational programming 24 hours a day in 17 languages and on over 30 global partner networks. TBN continues to lead the way in expanding the impact of faith-based television across the earth through the creation of uplifting content designed to inspire all demographics, including sermons, worship music specials, talk shows, documentaries, and Christian films.

Get Connected with the 2026 GMA Dove Awards:

*Watch exclusively on TBN or the TBN+ app starting Friday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET - find out more at https://www.tbn.org/specials/doveawards.

For more info on Brandon Lake, visit the JFH Artists Database.

 

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