BeBe and Debbie Winans Join Lady A, Trisha Yearwood for “CMA Country Christmas” 2026

The holiday special airs December 1 on ABC, with streaming available the following day on Disney+ and Hulu.

Gospel favorites BeBe Winans and Debbie Winans will join some of country music's most recognizable voices for "CMA Country Christmas" 2026, bringing together artists across genres for an evening of seasonal music.

According to Taste of Country's October 28 report, the special will air Tuesday, December 1, at 9 p.m. ET on ABC. Viewers can stream it beginning Wednesday, December 2, on Disney+ and Hulu.

This year's performance lineup includes Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, Lady A, Russell Dickerson and Trisha Yearwood, alongside BeBe Winans, Debbie Winans, Grace Bowers and Lindsey Stirling. The roster brings country, gospel and instrumental talent together for the annual Christmas celebration.

For gospel listeners, the inclusion of BeBe and Debbie Winans adds particular interest to the broadcast. Their participation places voices associated with Christian music alongside country artists whose audiences have long embraced songs of faith, family and hope.

The annual special features artists performing Christmas favorites and original holiday material. Specific song selections were not detailed in the report, leaving viewers awaiting news of which seasonal classics and newer songs will appear in this year's program.

The show was recorded October 14 at Belmont University in Nashville. Although filming has already taken place, a host had not been announced as of the October 28 report.

With its mix of returning performers and additional guests, "CMA Country Christmas" will offer viewers an opportunity to welcome December with music spanning several traditions. Fans can also look for performance clips on ABC's website and CMAChristmas.com.