Christian hip-hop is getting another big moment on the GMA Dove Awards stage! The Gospel Music Association (GMA) has officially announced its second round of performers and presenters for the upcoming 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, and CHH fans have a lot to get excited about.
Hulvey has been officially added to the performing lineup! Known for his energetic live sets and unashamed passion for the Gospel, he joins pioneering legend TobyMac, who was previously confirmed in the first wave of performer announcements. Having both Hulvey and TobyMac on stage guarantees that hip-hop and urban Christian music will have a powerful, high-energy presence at this year’s ceremony.
Beyond the hip-hop scene, the GMA has put together a stacked roster for Christian music’s biggest night.
New Performers & Special Tributes
Joining Hulvey in this second wave of performer announcements are Jamie MacDonald and Naomi Raine.
A major highlight of the night will also be a special tribute honoring Gospel music icon Richard Smallwood. This legendary tribute will feature performances from Jonathan McReynolds, Kierra Sheard, and Donald Lawrence, alongside original members of Smallwood’s acclaimed ensemble Vision—including Maurette Brown Clark and Ted Winn—with Percy Bady serving as musical director.
They join previously announced performers including Anne Wilson, Chosen Road, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, and Tauren Wells (alongside TobyMac).
Star-Studded Presenters
The lineup of presenters is equally stacked. Newly confirmed presenters include Terrian (who CHH fans know well from her collaborations across the genre), Bart Millard of MercyMe, CAIN, MORIAH, Kelontae Gavin, CalledOut, and actress Jen Lilley.
They’ll be joining previously announced presenters including Anthony Brown, CeCe Winans, for KING + COUNTRY, Julie Chen Moonves, Karen Peck, Lisa Knowles-Smith, and Sarai Rivera.
Event & Broadcast Details
Returning to Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the second consecutive year, the 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards will take place live on October 6, 2026. This year’s theme is “Together For One,” rooted in Colossians 3:14. “And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
How to Watch:
Air Date: Friday, October 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM ET
Where to Watch: Exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ app, with a simulcast on SiriusXM The Message.
Encore Airing: Friday, October 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM & 10:00 PM ET.
Tickets for the live event in Nashville are on sale now at DoveAwards.com. However, the Music City Fan Experiences are already sold out.
Are you hyped to see Hulvey and TobyMac take the Dove Awards stage this year? Who else are you hoping takes home an award? Let us know in the comments!
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