Thirty Years. One Promise.
In March of 1997, a handful of people who loved country music built a home for the independent artist. Thirty years later, that home welcomes competitors from across the United States and Canada every spring. NACMAI 2027 will be our biggest celebration yet — a full week of competition, seminars, and showcases, crowned by the Hall of Fame Show and the NACMAI Awards.
The Competition
New Country, Traditional Country, Bluegrass, Traditional Gospel, and New Gospel — vocalists, entertainers, instrumentalists, songwriters, dancers, duos, groups, and bands, ages 3 to 103 and beyond.
The Hall of Fame Show
The 30th Anniversary induction class will be honored on Saturday night — an evening celebrating the legends who built this music.
Seminars & Showcases
Learn from name talent across songwriting, performance, recording, and the business of country music — all week long.
Ready to take the stage in our 30th year?
Applications for NACMAI 2027 will be posted on the Application Page. Competitors register through their state or provincial chapter — find yours and start preparing.
“Keeping country country.”
— Peggy Franck, Founder · Est. 1997