Please carefully read these next steps and check back for any updates.
SHARE
How can I share my nomination?
Please review the Branding Guidelines before sharing your nomination.
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NOMINEE LIST
Where can I find the full list of all categories and nominees?
Click here to see the full list of categories and nominees.
NOMINATION CREDIT
Who Gets The Dove Award?
SONG of the YEAR
DIVISION I / Category 1
Dove Awards are presented to the songwriter(s) and publisher(s).
ARTIST/NON-ARTIST
SONGWRITER of the YEAR
DIVISION I / Categories 2-3
Dove Awards are presented to the songwriter.
ARTIST of the YEAR
DIVISION I / Category 4
Dove Awards are presented to the artist and record label.
NEW ARTIST of the YEAR
DIVISION I / Category 5
Dove Awards are presented to the artist and record label.
PRODUCER of the YEAR
DIVISION I / Category 6
Dove Awards are presented to the producer or production team.
RECORDED SONG of the YEAR
DIVISION II / Categories 7–20
Dove Awards are presented to the artist, featured artist(s) and songwriter(s).
ALBUM of the YEAR
DIVISION III / Categories 21-32
Dove Awards are presented to the artist (if prominent on the album) and the producer(s).
MUSICAL/
CHORAL COLLECTION of the YEAR
DIVISION IV / Category 33
Dove Awards are presented to the creator(s), arranger(s), and orchestrator(s).
RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING of the YEAR
DIVISION IV / Category 34
Dove Awards are presented to the art director(s), graphic artist(s), illustrator(s), and photographer(s).
SHORT FORM/LONG FORM
MUSIC VIDEO of the YEAR
DIVISION IV / Category 35-37
Dove Awards are presented to the artist, featured artist(s), director(s), and producer(s).
FEATURE FILM/ TELEVISION SERIES of the YEAR
DIVISION IV / Category 38-39
Dove Awards are presented to the director(s) and producer(s).
VOTE
When is the voting period?
The final round ballot to determine winners will be emailed to GMA Professional Members on Thursday, Aug. 7 and must be submitted by 8pm CST on Thursday, Aug. 14.
When is the membership deadline?
To be eligible to vote, you must be an active Professional Member of GMA by Friday, Aug 1. Your membership must be active and cannot expire anytime during the balloting round (Aug. 7-14).
Click here for our membership application.
How can I renew or join?
Click here for our membership application.
TICKETS
Do nominees get a comp ticket?
As a benefit of GMA membership, Nominees receive one complimentary ticket for themselves located in the nominee section on the floor nearest the stage. There is one comp ticket max, regardless of multiple nominations.
To access the ticket order form, a membership login is needed. We invite nominees who are not GMA members to join now and support the Dove Awards program.
Deadline to order is Tuesday, Sept. 9.
How do I bring a guest?
Nominees may order one guest ticket to be seated with them at the discounted rate of $250 (normally $270). Additional tickets may be purchased at regular rates.
Can I give my comp ticket to someone else?
Tickets are intended only for the use of the specified nominee and are non-transferable. Nominee seat assignments are provided to TBN for camera shots. They must be used by the named nominee.
What if I am also performing or presenting?
Performers and presenters will receive two comp tickets. If nominated and performing/presenting, comp tickets may not be combined. Two comp tickets maximum are provided.
How do comp tickets work for a band/group?
For band/group members who are royalty participants in the band, each member receives one comp nominee ticket. Hired musicians/players with the band will need to purchase a ticket to attend.
How do comp tickets work for a choir?
For choirs who are a nominated artist, up to four comp tickets will be given. Additional requests will be decided case-by-case.
Do you automatically hold my tickets?
No, tickets are NOT automatically held for nominees. A GMA order form must be submitted to receive your tickets.
How do I order my tickets?
Click here to submit your order. Deadline to order is Tuesday, Sept. 9.
All seats in the GMA reserved block of floor seats are an exclusive benefit of membership. To access the ticket order form, you must log in to your membership profile. We invite nominees who are not GMA members to join now and support the Dove Awards program.
Need ticket help? Email us with your questions.
How do I receive my tickets?
Final instructions, including how to receive tickets, will be emailed one week prior to the show (around Oct. 1) to all nominees with a ticket order. Please read and follow this email carefully to be aware, plan ahead and enjoy your Dove Awards experience.
SCHEDULE
What is the schedule of events?
Tentative
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025
All times are listed as CT.
1:30pm / PreTelecast Begins @ Nashville First Baptist Church
3:30pm / Nominee Check-In Opens
3:30pm / Red Carpet Opens (Bridgestone Arena)
5:00pm / Bridgestone Arena Doors Open
6:00pm / Red Carpet Closes
6:30pm / Telecast Show begins in Bridgestone Arena
RED CARPET
How do I walk the Red Carpet?
Each Nominee is invited to participate in the Dove Awards Red Carpet. There are both official photo and interview opportunities. We do require every artist to register in advance.
For more information on the Red Carpet, please contact Christina Garvin.
Who can walk the Red Carpet with me?
Each artist is allotted one guest to walk with them, plus their one representative who will be escorting them down the carpet.