| 21st Academy of Country Music Awards | |
|---|---|
| Date | April 14, 1986 |
| Location | Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, California |
| Hosted by | Mac Davis Reba McEntire John Schneider |
| Most awards | Alabama George Strait (2 each) |
| Most nominations | Alabama Hank Williams Jr. (4 each) |
| Television/radio coverage | |
| Network | NBC |
The 21st Academy of Country Music Awards ceremony was held on April 14, 1986, at Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, California. It was hosted by Mac Davis, Reba McEntire and John Schneider.