Countrytown Awards: 2026 Finalists Revealed

The race for the 2026 Countrytown Awards is heating up! Thw 2026 finalists have just been announced, with the winners to. be crowned live on March 19.

Countrytown Awards

After weeks of fan voting, we have tallied the numbers on Australia’s biggest fan voted country awards show and today we reveal the finalists for the 2026 Countrytown Awards presented by Traveller Whiskey.

The awards have quickly become one of the most exciting fan-driven moments on the Australian country music calendar.

A celebration of the artists, songs and live shows that defined the past year. Unlike traditional industry awards, the Countrytown Awards are 100% fan voted, making the finalists a true reflection of what Australian country fans are actually listening to, streaming and showing up for.

From breakout new artists making serious noise to established stars continuing to dominate the charts and festival stages, this year’s finalists promise to showcase just how strong Australian country music is right now.

As all eyes turn to the Countrytown Awards ceremony taking place on Thursday, March 19, where the event will bring together artists, fans and industry from across the country to celebrate a massive year for the genre.

With live performances from Kaylee Bell, Jake Worthington, Lane Pittman, Hayley Jensen, Tori Darke and Rachael Fahim. Plus acoustic sets from Riley Ziskey and Claudia Tripp it’s shaping up to be a seriously stacked day of country music.

Rounding out the lineup, are 2026 hosts Brooke McClymont & Adam Eckerlsey who are set to bring plenty of laughs and chemistry to the day.

Full list of finalists are below.