Ireland’s biggest country music awards bash
Hot Country TV, in association with Galway Irish Crystal, is proud to announce that the 14th Annual Hot Country TV Awards Concert will take place on Monday, March 9, at the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan.
Celebrating the very best of Irish and international country music, this highly anticipated, star-studded event will once again bring together leading performers, songwriters, and industry figures for an unforgettable night of live music, celebration, and recognition.
Hosted by Hugh O’Brien, the awards concert will honour outstanding talent across a wide range of categories, shining a spotlight on both established stars and exciting rising artists who continue to drive the growth and vitality of the country music scene. Audiences can expect high-energy performances, exclusive collaborations, special award presentations, and fantastic spot prizes throughout the evening, including a 27-inch Smart TV to be won with the door entrance ticket.
Now firmly established as a major annual highlight on the country music calendar, the Hot Country TV Awards Concert offers fans a rare opportunity to see many of their favourite artists sharing one stage while celebrating the achievements of the past year.
Confirmed Line-Up
The 2026 concert will feature an outstanding line-up including: Mike Denver, Michael English, Jimmy Buckley, Cliona Hagan, Claudia Buckley, Ellinor Springstrike (Sweden), Robert Mizzell, Jack Keogh, Patrick Feeney, David James, Olivia Douglas, Declan Nerney, John Molloy, Brandon McPhee (Scotland), Paddy Tracey, Gavin Gribben, Pat McKenna, ‘Fiddlin’’ Mags McCarthy, Effie Neill, John McIntyre, and Marisa D’Amato (Malta), with more big surprises to be announced.
A professional six-piece country band, under the direction of Music Director Tony Maher, will provide live backing for all artists on the night. Sound and lighting will be supplied by Spain AV, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.
Doors open at 6.30pm, with the concert starting at 8pm and concluding at approximately 12am midnight. Following the concert, the celebrations continue with music in the lounge provided by award-winning Dee Morrissey, where many of the night’s award winners are expected to drop in and perform a song or two.
Hot Country TV has been broadcasting for over 16 years and is available on Sky Channel 588, Freeview 279, and Free-to-Air Satellite Faith World TV (Mondays, 10–11pm). The channel can also be enjoyed anytime via the free Hot Country TV App and Player and website, the Faith World TV App, and across Facebook, Veusat Satellite in Ireland and the UK, Instagram, and YouTube. Tickets (€30) are available from Hotel Kilmore reception and online at www.hotcountrytv.com.