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Every year, competitors representing chapters across the United States and International Associations gather in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for a week of musical competition featuring New Country, Traditional Country, Bluegrass, Traditional Gospel, and New Gospel styles — performed by artists from age 3 to 103 and beyond. Vocalists, Entertainers, Bands, Vocal Groups, Duos, Dancers, Instrumentalists, and Songwriters all representing their host associations coming together for a week of comrade, networking, education, and supporting their fellow artists. The week features seminars led by name talent from the industry, the NACMAI Hall of Fame Show recognizing professionals from renowned performers, songwriters, radio and media personalities, venues, radio stations from small to large markets, concluding with the NACMAI Awards presentation for the artists who compete during Country Music Week.

Judging is done by industry professionals on quality of performance, originality, star quality, tightness, stage presence, and faithfulness to the style. The competition concludes with the Hall of Fame Show on Saturday evening and the Awards Presentation on Sunday — two nights that celebrate both the legends who built this music and the artists carrying it forward.