Courtesy: Academy of Tejano Music

San Antonio, Texas — The Academy of Tejano Music has officially announced key details for La Sexta Entrega de los Premios Tejano Mundial 2026, the premier awards ceremony honoring excellence and innovation across the Tejano music industry. The star-studded celebration will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the San Antonio Shrine Auditorium (901 N Loop 1604 Acc Rd). Fans can kick off the excitement early with Red Carpet event beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Tickets for the event are now available at TejanoTix.com.

Honoring the Best in Tejano Music

Premios Tejano Mundial recognizes the artists, creators, and cultural leaders shaping the future of Tejano music. From established icons to emerging artists, the awards highlight outstanding contributions across the genre’s full spectrum.

Key dates include:

Nominations: December 1–31, 2025 (closes 12 PM CST)
Voting: January 6–16, 2026 (closes 12 PM CST)
Winners Announced: Live during the February 5 awards ceremony

Fan-Powered Categories

Tejano fans will once again play a critical role in determining winners in several marquee fan-voted categories:

Entertainer of the Year
New Artist of the Year
Group/Duo of the Year
Collaboration of the Year
Social Artist of the Year
Song of the Year (Homenaje)

Industry categories — including vocal performance, songwriting, engineering, production, and Songs of the Year — will be determined by Academy voting members. A specialized committee will select the winner for Video of the Year.

Membership Now Open for 2026

The Academy of Tejano Music has opened applications and renewals for 2026 membership. Membership levels include:

Voting Members: Eligible to vote in industry categories and receive two VIP tickets to Premios Tejano Mundial
Professional Members: Supporting the advancement and visibility of Tejano music
Student Members: Encouraging and empowering the next generation of Tejano artists and creators

About Premios Tejano Mundial

Created by the Academy of Tejano Music, Premios Tejano Mundial is more than an awards ceremony — it’s a cultural movement dedicated to uplifting the voices, traditions, and evolution of Tejano music. Each year, artists, educators, and fans join together to celebrate a genre rooted in heritage and constantly reshaped by new innovation. The awards also highlight educators and students who play vital roles in preserving Tejano’s legacy for future generations.

Learn more at TejanoMundial.com.

About the Academy of Tejano Music

The Academy of Tejano Music is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to preserving the legacy of Tejano music while promoting its continued growth. Through education, advocacy, and recognition programs like Premios Tejano Mundial, the Academy ensures that Tejano music continues to evolve and inspire across cultures and generations.

Discover more at AcademyOfTejanoMusic.org.

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