CMA Fest is Thursday through Sunday, June 4-7, 2026, in Downtown Nashville, and attracts more than 80,000 locals and tourists every year. Attendees can expect free concerts and activities each day at Riverfront Park, Bridgestone Plaza, Walk of Fame Park, and Ascend Park. Admission to Fan Fair X and the shows at Nissan Stadium each night are ticketed. Here is Nashville Guru’s list of ticketed concerts, FREE SHOWS, and helpful guides for CMA Fest.
Nissan Stadium
Thursday through Sunday, June 4-7, 2026
- Thursday, June 4, 2026 (get tickets)
Deana Carter
Jason Aldean
Ella Langley
Gretchen Wilson
Tucker Wetmore - Friday, June 5, 2026 (get tickets)
Keith Urban
The Band Perry (satellite stage)
Cody Johnson
Blake Shelton
The Red Clay Strays
Shaboozey - Saturday, June 6, 2026 (get tickets)
Zach Top
Jordan Davis
Tim McGraw
Carly Pearce - Sunday, June 7, 2026 (get tickets)
Bailey Zimmerman
Russell Dickerson
Stephen Wilson Jr. (satellite stage)
HARDY
Luke Bryan
Riley Green
Fan Fair X
The Fan Fair X event at Music City Center (level 3) includes indoor stages with acoustic performances and interviews, games, shopping, and more. Country music fans can purchase 4-day passes to Fan Fair X for $31.05. Admission is included for guests who have purchased the CMA Fest Four-Night Stadium Pass. Children under the age of 2 get free admission.
Free Shows
Chevy Riverfront Stage at Riverfront Park
- Times: shows begin at 11:00am
- Line-Up: Vincent Mason, Tucker Wetmore, Dasha, and more
- See more of the line-up
Dr. Pepper Amp Stage at Ascend Park
- Times: shows begin each day at 11:15am
- Line-Up: Kaylee Bell, Cody Hibbard, Angie K, and more
- See more of the line-up
Chevy Vibes Stage at Walk of Fame Park
- Times: shows begin at 11:15am on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and 12:05pm on Sunday
- Line-Up: Colt Ford, Sister Hazel, DAX, and more
- See more of the line-up
Good Molecules Reverb Stage at Bridgestone Plaza
- Times: shows begin each day at 11:00am
- Line-Up: Brad Cox, Julia Cole, Jenna Davis, and more
- See more of the line-up
Wrangler Remix Stage located inside Fan Alley
- Times: shows begin at 11:20am
- Line-Up: ROME, Highway Home, Matt Copper, and more
- See more of the line-up
CMA Fest Events
2026 events are TBA!
Food & Drinks Specials
2026 food & drinks specials TBA!
Activities
Looking for something else to do while you’re in Nashville? Here are some ideas to get you started!
- Pontoon Saloon – cruise on the Cumberland River for a party on the water or a family-friendly outing on the Nashville Water Taxi.
- Nashville Adventures – go on a walking tour of Downtown Nashville with Nashville Adventures to get insight into a little history, insider information, and more.
- 12 South – explore one of Nashville’s most popular walking neighborhoods, 12 South. Get there early for breakfast bites at popular spots like Frothy Monkey, Five Daughters Bakery, and The Butter Milk Ranch, then browse all of the shops and take pics in front of popular murals. Stay a little longer with lunch and cocktails on a patio. We recommend starting your walk at the corner of 12th Avenue South and Ashwood Avenue (map), then walking down 12th Avenue South, and finishing with a stroll through Sevier Park.
Helpful Guides
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Downtown Nashville during CMA Fest can be overwhelming. To help navigate where to stay, what to do, and where to eat, here are a handful of helpful guides.
- A list of celebrity bars, shops, and museums
- Where to Stay in Nashville
- All Ages and 18+ Guide
- Fun Things to Do: Celebrity Bar Crawl
- Must-Visit Honky-Tonks in Nashville
- The Best Rooftop Bars in Nashville
- Best Brunch Restaurants in Nashville
- Best Lunch Restaurants in Nashville
- Best Dinner Restaurants in Nashville
Why are they now charging for the concerts at the Ascend? I thought these were supposed to be free?
Hi Darla, the shows behind Ascend are still free. The shows at Ascend start at $10 and benefit the CMA Foundation.