CMA Fest 2026 Schedule, Lineup & Where to Stay
CMA Fest 2026 runs Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 7, 2026 in downtown Nashville. Nightly concerts at Nissan Stadium feature Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Cody Johnson, Carly Pearce, HARDY, Riley Green, Shaboozey, and more. Hundreds of artists also play free outdoor daytime stages across downtown — Chevy Riverfront Stage, Chevy Vibes at Walk of Fame Park, Good Molecules Reverb at Bridgestone Plaza, Dr Pepper Amp at Ascend Park, and CMA Spotlight inside Music City Center.
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Dates & venues at a glance
| What | When | Where | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nightly stadium concerts | Thu Jun 4 – Sun Jun 7, 2026 (evenings) | Nissan Stadium | 4-Night Pass or single-night ticket |
| Chevy Riverfront Stage | Daytime, Jun 4–7 | Riverfront Park | Free |
| Chevy Vibes Stage | Daytime, Jun 4–7 | Walk of Fame Park | Free |
| Good Molecules Reverb Stage | Daytime, Jun 4–7 | Bridgestone Plaza (5th & Broadway) | Free |
| Dr Pepper Amp Stage | Daytime, Jun 4–7 | Ascend Amphitheater Park | Free |
| CMA Spotlight Stage | Daytime, Jun 4–7 | Music City Center (Fan Fair X) | Fan Fair X pass |
CMA Fest’s official schedule page publishes set times closer to the festival; this guide will be updated as showtimes are confirmed.
Nissan Stadium nightly lineup
The four nightly concerts inside Nissan Stadium are the main event. Each night features main-stage performers plus a Platform Stage and mid-field performances. The 2026 stadium lineup includes:
Main & Platform Stages
Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Deana Carter, Ella Langley, Gretchen Wilson, HARDY, Jason Aldean, Jordan Davis, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, The Red Clay Strays, Riley Green, Russell Dickerson, Shaboozey, Tim McGraw, Tucker Wetmore, Zach Top.
Special performances
The Band Perry and Stephen Wilson Jr. will deliver dynamic mid-field sets, performing from the heart of Nissan Stadium.
Watch from home
Select Nissan Stadium performances will air on ABC’s three-hour CMA Fest special later in the summer.
Free outdoor daytime stages
The free daytime stages are one of CMA Fest’s best-kept secrets — hundreds of artists across multiple downtown stages, no ticket required. You’ll find rising stars and fan favorites all four days.
Chevy Riverfront Stage — Riverfront Park
The largest free daytime stage. 2026 lineup includes Ashley Cooke, Braxton Keith, Carter Faith, Charles Wesley Godwin, Chase Matthew, Chayce Beckham, Cooper Alan, Dasha, Drew Baldridge, Dylan Marlowe, ERNEST, Ian Munsick, Josh Ross, Kaitlin Butts, Kameron Marlowe, Lauren Alaina, Mackenzie Carpenter, Maddox Batson, Marcus King, Max McNown, Midland, Molly Tuttle, Nate Smith, Priscilla Block, RaeLynn, Redferrin, Russell Dickerson, Shane Smith & The Saints, Stephen Wilson Jr., Tigirlily Gold, Tucker Wetmore, Ty Myers, Tyler Braden, Vincent Mason, Waylon Wyatt.
Chevy Vibes Stage — Walk of Fame Park
Free daytime music in the heart of downtown. 2026 lineup includes Adrien Nunez, Alana Springsteen, Ashland Craft, Austin Snell, Bellah Mae, Caylee Hammack, Chase McDaniel, Colt Ford, Dax, Drake White, Frankie Ballard, Graham Barham, Jamie MacDonald, Jason Scott & The High Heat, Jenna Davis, John Foster, Julia Cole, Just Jayne, Kevin Powers, The Kruse Brothers, MaRynn Taylor, McCoy Moore, Myles Morgan, Preston Cooper, Scoot Teasley, Sophia Scott, Stella Lefty, Timmy McKeever, Trey Lewis, Tyce Delk, Tyler Nance, Wesko, Will Moseley.
Good Molecules Reverb Stage — Bridgestone Plaza
Tucked into the southwest corner of 5th & Broadway among the neon honky-tonks. Performances all day from country’s rising stars.
Dr Pepper Amp Stage — Ascend Park
2026 lineup includes Angie K, Billy Dean, Blanco Brown, Canaan Smith, Cody Hibbard, Craig Campbell, Dave Fenley, Drake Milligan, Emily Ann Roberts, Erin Kinsey, Greylan James, The Jack Wharff Band, John Morgan, Kaylee Bell, Kaylee Rose, Kolby Cooper, Late Night Thoughts, Leanna Crawford, Melissa Etheridge, Noeline Hofmann, Pam Tillis, Pecos & the Rooftops, Shaylen, Travis Bolt, Travis Denning, Ty Herndon, Tyler Farr, Uncle Kracker, The War And Treaty, Willow Avalon.
CMA Spotlight Stage — Fan Fair X (indoors)
Inside Music City Center, the CMA Spotlight Stage showcases acoustic sets from emerging acts. Access requires a Fan Fair X pass. It’s the calmest, most intimate venue at CMA Fest — and a great place to discover next-year’s headliners.
Where to stay for CMA Fest 2026
CMA Fest weekend is the busiest weekend of Nashville’s year — book early. The right rental depends on which stages you’re prioritizing.
Cumberland Retreat — sleeps 12, walks to Nissan Stadium
About 1.3 miles from Nissan Stadium in East Nashville. After the headliners, you skip rideshare surge pricing and walk home. Big house — sleeps a full crew.
Deacon’s House — sleeps 4, walks to Nissan Stadium
The iconic TV-Nashville home in East Nashville, about 1.1 miles from Nissan Stadium. Pet-friendly, perfect for couples or small groups going to the stadium nights.
Mockingbird — sleeps 6, closest to Broadway & the free stages
If you’re focused on the Riverfront, Vibes, and Reverb daytime stages, Mockingbird in Hope Gardens is one of the closest Music City Magnolia rentals to Lower Broadway. Rooftop views, family-friendly.
Southern Charm — sleeps 12, closest to Broadway
Sleeps 12 and walks to Printers Alley and Lower Broadway. The biggest “walk to the daytime stages” option.
Honky Tonk Party Pads — Pad Johnny & Pad Dolly, side-by-side
Two side-by-side luxury condos in Midtown by Centennial Park, very close to Broadway and Music Row. Ideal if you’ve got two couples or two crews who want their own space but want to stay together. (Note: not walking distance to Nissan Stadium — plan rideshare for the stadium nights.)
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Insider tips for attending CMA Fest
- Plan rideshare around the stadium. Nissan Stadium is across the pedestrian bridge from Lower Broadway — staying within walking distance of Nissan saves you significant surge pricing each night. Cumberland Retreat and Deacon’s House are the only Music City Magnolia rentals that walk to Nissan.
- Mix free and paid. Even with a 4-Night Stadium Pass, the daytime free stages are where you’ll discover next year’s headliners — and they’re free, all four days.
- Hydrate and shade up. Daytime in early June Nashville is hot and humid. Bring water, hats, and sunscreen.
- Plan dinner outside Lower Broadway. 12 South, Germantown, and East Nashville are 10-minute rides and far less hectic at peak festival hours.
- Book your rental early. CMA Fest is the busiest weekend in Nashville every year. Inventory at our portfolio fills 60–90 days out.
Frequently asked questions
- When is CMA Fest 2026?
- CMA Fest 2026 runs Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 7, 2026 in downtown Nashville.
- Do I need a ticket to enjoy CMA Fest?
- No. The four free outdoor daytime stages — Chevy Riverfront, Chevy Vibes, Good Molecules Reverb, and Dr Pepper Amp — are completely free and open to the public all four days. Only the nightly Nissan Stadium concerts and Fan Fair X (Music City Center) require a ticket or pass.
- Who’s headlining the 2026 Nissan Stadium nights?
- The 2026 stadium lineup includes Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Deana Carter, Ella Langley, Gretchen Wilson, HARDY, Jason Aldean, Jordan Davis, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, The Red Clay Strays, Riley Green, Russell Dickerson, Shaboozey, Tim McGraw, Tucker Wetmore, and Zach Top, plus mid-field performances by The Band Perry and Stephen Wilson Jr.
- Where should we stay for CMA Fest?
- If you’re prioritizing the nightly Nissan Stadium shows, Cumberland Retreat (sleeps 12) and Deacon’s House (sleeps 4) both walk to Nissan Stadium and avoid rideshare surge pricing. If you’re focused on the free daytime stages on Lower Broadway and Riverfront, Mockingbird (sleeps 6) and Southern Charm (sleeps 12) are among the closest Music City Magnolia rentals to Broadway. The Honky Tonk Party Pads (Johnny & Dolly, side-by-side) are in Midtown by Centennial Park, very close to Broadway and ideal for two crews who want adjacent units.
- Is CMA Fest family-friendly?
- Yes. The free outdoor stages are family-friendly during the day. Many fans bring kids to the daytime sets at Riverfront Park and Walk of Fame Park.
- What’s the best way to get around during CMA Fest?
- Walk if you can — downtown Nashville is compact, and most free stages are within a few blocks of each other. Rideshare prices surge dramatically around stadium concert start and end times, so staying within walking distance of either Nissan Stadium or Lower Broadway saves real money.
- Will set times be released in advance?
- Yes. The official CMA Fest schedule with set times typically posts at cmafest.com/schedule closer to the festival. We’ll update this guide as showtimes are confirmed.
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