The Austin Chronicle's 44th Austin Music Awards

The Austin Chronicle’s 44th Annual Austin Music Awards, presented by BeatStars, returns Sunday, March 1, 2026, in celebration of Austin’s music community and this year’s Music Award winners at Antone’s Nightclub, in Downtown Austin, Texas.

Join us as we shine a light on the talent, creativity, and diverse sounds of the city with curated award presentations, Hall of Fame inductions, and live performances by this year’s winners and nominees as well as very special guests!