CMA Fest 2025: A Country-Fueled Countdown Begins in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — It’s that time of year again when boots are dusted off, playlists are updated, and the streets of Music City begin to hum with anticipation. CMA Fest 2025 is just weeks away, and Nashville is gearing up to welcome country fans from all over the world for the biggest four-day honky-tonk of the summer.
Set for June 5–8, CMA Fest will once again transform downtown Nashville into a celebration of everything country music. From free outdoor stages to ticketed mega-shows at Nissan Stadium, this year’s festival promises wall-to-wall talent, unforgettable fan experiences, and more star sightings than a Music Row coffee shop on a Monday morning.
Among the most anticipated destinations are the Chevy Riverfront Stage, where fans catch daytime sets right by the Cumberland River, and Fan Fair X at Music City Center—an air-conditioned haven featuring artist meet-and-greets, exclusive merch, and insider panels on the CMA Close Up Stage and Spotlight Stage. Meanwhile, nighttime headliners at Nissan Stadium are expected to deliver fireworks both literal and musical.
This year, CMA Fest continues its mission of giving back. Proceeds from the event go directly to the CMA Foundation, supporting music education programs across the country. So every two-step, selfie, and singalong has a purpose beyond the party.
Stay tuned to Country Entertainment News as we bring you behind-the-scenes scoops, artist interviews, and survival guides to help you navigate CMA Fest like a pro. Whether it’s your first time or your fifteenth, this isn’t just a music festival—it’s a pilgrimage.

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