The National Indigenous Music Awards 2021 were the forthcoming 18th annual National Indigenous Music Awards. They were scheduled to occur on 8 August 2021 at the Darwin Amphitheatre however on 28 July 2021, were postponed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. On 11 October 2021, it was announced the NIMAs have partnered with triple j and its First Nations show, Blak Out to create a two-hour special on 14 November 2021.
Creative Director Ben Graetz said "2021 will bring the event to Australia across many platforms, led by our long-time partners NITV, while creating a special night of connection under the stars here on Larrakia Country."
The nominees were announced on 8 July 2021.
Performers announced to perform as of May 2021,
The nominations and winners
Artist of the Year
New Talent of the Year
Album of the Year
Film Clip of the Year
Song of the Year
Community Clip of the Year
Indigenous Language Award