 American SongwriterJoin American Songwriter for a compelling night of music and storytelling at Analog at Hutton Hotel for its acclaimed Writer’s Round Series—a celebration of songwriting in its most raw and authentic form.
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 7:00 PM (doors 6:00 PM) Location: Analog at the Hutton 1808 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 615-340-9333 Performances by: Ryan Larkins, Jeff Cohen, Heather Morgan, Austin Sawyer, Beachmont, and India Ramey. General Admission: $13.32 21+ ONLY EVENT HAS ENDED  Three Chords Over BroadwayNashville Universe presents Three Chords Over Broadway on June 7 during CMA Fest 2025. This free event takes place at Teddy's Tavern 2nd Floor.
Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 12 PM - 3 PM Location: Teddy's Tavern 2nd Floor 104 Rep. John L. Lewis Way Nashville, TN (615) 492-1130 Performances by: Mark Taylor, Brittany Elise, Liza Hill, Kyler Sullivan, Hannah Geiser, Owen Waidley, Danny Spiro, Chrisie Huff, Feezel FREE  Six Strings to BroadwayNashville Universe presents Six Strings to Broadway during CMA Fest 2025. Join Nashville Universe at Teddy's Tavern on Friday June 6 for this showcase.
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 12 PM - 3 PM Location: Teddy's Tavern 2nd Floor 104 Rep. John L. Lewis Way Nashville, TN (615) 492-1130 Performances by: Joe Hermes,Ian Abel,Neah MCMeen, Mike Barlow,Darby Sandrock, Alanna McCready, Kelly McTigue,Clay Aery (release party) FREE  Bluebird and 3rd - June 9The initial lineup for the Bluebird on 3rd Show for June 9 just after CMA Fest 2025 has been released.
Date: Monday, June 9 Time: 12:30 P.M. Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Avenue South Nashville. TN Songwriters: Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Lauren Eliza, Jacob Rice and more TBD Price: $22-$33 EVENT HAS ENDED  Backstage NashvilleBackstage Nashville has announced their lineup for the June 7 show during CMA Fest 2025. Always a great show.
Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 12:30 PM (doors 11:00) Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Avenue South Nashville, Tn Songwriters: Brice Long, Trent Tomlinson, Clint Daniels, Ray Stephenson Price: $27-$149 EVENT HAS ENDED  Bluebird on 3rdThe initial linneup for the Bluebird on 3rd Show for June 2 during CMA Fest 2025 has been released.
Date: Monday, June 2 Time: 12:30 P.M. Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Avenue South Nashville. TN Songwriters: Lacy Green, Nathan Thomas, Melissa Erin and more TBA Price: $22-$33 EVENT HAS ENDED  Chief's PresentsChief's on Broadway to host a series of shows during CMA Fest 2025. Tickets to this are FREE, but must be reserved starting Monday, June 26. : Date: Friday, June 6 - Sunday, June 8 Time: 8:00 P.M. (additional 11:00 P.M. Show on Friday) Location: Chiefs on Broadway 200 Broadway Nashville, TN, 37201 629-255-0948 FREE
Whiskey Jam just got bigger and better. THREE big days at Dierks Bentley's Whiskey during CMA Fest. Thursday, June 5 - Saturday, June 7: 12 PM - 6 PM daily.
Dates: Thursday, June 5 - Saturday, June 7 Time: 12 PM - 6 PM Location: Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row 400 Broadway Nashville, TN 37203 (629) 203-7822 18 incredible acts will be playing extended full-band sets for your listening (and sipping) pleasure. Even though this is during the day, it is still 21+ ONLY.  Peloton Workout at CMA FestAttention country music fans! The Peloton experience is coming to CMA Fest this year! Mark your calendars because from June 5 to June 7, 2025, Peloton is taking over the Skydeck on Broadway for a three-day fitness extravaganza you don’t want to miss.
In collaboration with the Country Music Awards event, attendees have the chance to register for special classes with Peloton instructors and get a Meet & Greet! Dates: June 5 - June 7 Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM (Registration 7:40 AM) Location: Skydeck on Broadway 5055 Broadway Nashville, TN, SCHEUDULE 07:40am - 08:20am: Check-in opens for your designated class 08:30am - 09:00am: 30 minute experience, led by your Peloton Instructor 09:00am - 09:30am: Meet and Greet and photo opportunity with your Instructor 11:00am - 5:00pm: Catch your Peloton Instructor as your emcee on the Skydeck stage PROGRAMS June 5: Dance Cardio with Callie Gullickson June 6: HIIT Cardio with Logan Aldridge June 7: Barre with Hannah Corbin  Louisiana Country Music PresentsLouisiana Country Music isExcited to be bringing a little bit of Louisiana to downtown Nashville for CMA Fest 2025 at Martin's BBQ Joint !! Come get ya some brisket with a side of LCM!
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 3:00 PM Location Martin's BBQ 410 4th Ave South Nashville, TN 37201 Phone: (615) 288-0880 FREE Performances by: Clary Cormier, Kylie Frey, Alex Smith, Haydel, CJ Solar, Stephen Paul  Cowgirls Love WhiskeyCowgirls Love Whiskey is the ultimate Southern immersive experience—a red carpet celebration where music, mixology, and movement come together like never before.
This isn’t just a party—it’s the ultimate line dancing experience and community event, rooted in unity and storytelling. Set inside the National Museum of African American Music, guests are taken on a journey where the truth and soulful country roots of Music City collide through the powerful lens of country music. What’s included?
Date: Sunday, June 8 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 301-8724 Appearances by Saaneah, Olivia Cadet The Sippin’ Solo Pass – $20 The Whiskey & Wranglers Duo Pass – $30 The Saddle & Sip Experience – $60  Charlie Daniels BandThe Charlie Daniels Band to make a special appearance to Margarittaville during CMA Fest 2025.
Check out Margaritaville on Broadway all weekend long for a three-day music celebration during CMA Fest 2025! Four bands nightly (Fri/Sat), emerging Nashville talent via Stompin’ Grounds Writers Rounds, and a headlining Sunday set by the Charlie Daniels Band, this is the can’t-miss Broadway experience! Featuring giveaways, moonshine sampling, and VIP perks from Ole Smoky Moonshine! Date: Sunday, June 8 Time: 5:30 P.M. Location: Margaritaville - Nashville 322 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 FREE  The Aussie BBQSounds Australia will return to CMA Fest in 2025, giving Nashville an opportunity to discover some of Australia’s best country talent.
Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 12 PM - 8 PM Location: The 5 Spot 1006 Forest Ave Nashville, Tn Performances by: Homegrown Trio, Blake O'Connor, Tyla Rodrigues, Sara Berki, Abbie Ferris, esley Dean, Max Jackson, Austin Mackay, Melanie Dyer, Dylan Wright, Casey Barnes, Lane Pittman, Felicity Kircher FREE  Tequila and TroubapoursNashville Universe to host Tequila and Troubapours at Teddy's Tavern in Downtown Nashville during CMA Fest 2025. The event is sponsored by Hornitos Tequilla and hosted by Bigg Vinny.
Date: Friday, June 7 Time: 7 PM - 10 PM Location: Teddy's Tavern 104 Rep. John Lewis Way South Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 492-1130 Host: Bigg Vinny Performances by: Nu Blue, Jake Hoot, Sage Autumn, Grayson May, Greg Pratt, Liza Hill and Garrett Bradford. FREE  iHeart Country House PartyiHeart Country House Party is moving to MIranda Lamberts Casa Rosa Cantina Rooftop for CMA Fest 2025. This event is free and open to all ages. Two sets daily at 1 PM ant 4 PM.
Dates: June 5 - June 7 Times: 1 PM & 4 PM Location: Casa Rosa Cantina Rooftop 308 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 Phone: (615) 309-6295 Schedule: Thursday, June 5: 1 PM Scotty McCreery 4 PM Raelynn Friday, June 6: 1 PM Ashley Cooke 4 PM: Gabby Barrett Saturday, June 7: 1 PM Alexandra Kay 4 PM Dustin Lynch FREE ALL AGES  CMA Fest GrindGrindhouse Nashville is bringing the86th and Peabody during CMA Fest 2025. They are Pumped for their CMA Fest Grind Band Showcase at 6th and Peabody on Jun 5th! As always it’s a free all ages show. Gonna be a party all day long!
Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 12:00 PM Location: 6th and Peabody 423 6th Avenue South Nashville,TN 37203 Performances by: Alyssa Flahert, Will Jones, Mae Estes, Brian Fuller, Nate Kenyon, Aniston Pate, Brett Sheroky, Trey Lewis FREE - ALL AGES  American Idol at 6th and Peabody19 Recordings and BMG present your American Idols at 6th and Peabody during CMA Fest 2025. This is FREE and open to the Public. It is an all ages show.
Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 4:00 P.M. Location: 6th and Peabody 423 6th Ave South Nashville, TN 37203 FREE - All Ages Performances by: Jamal Roberts, Slater Nalley, Colin Strough, Breanna Nix, Kolbi Jordan, Hunter Girl, John Foster, Thunderstorm Artis, Will Moseley, Mattie Pruitt, Gabby Samone, We´ Ani, Ajii, Josh Randall  Country Goes GlobalCountry Goes Global is returning for a third year to Nashville this summer! Presented by Nashville Meets London, this FREE international country music showcase hits Category 10 on June 7 and 8, with rising & established artists from around the world. Stay tuned for the full lineup coming soon!
Date: June 7 - June 8 Time: 11 AM - 3:30 PM daily Location: Category 10 120 2nd Avenue North Nashville, TN FREE Performances by: TBA  On the Rise at Ole RedOn the Rise returns to Ole Red Nashville on June 4 for CMA Fest 2025. Lineup to be announced. It will be hosted by Kelly Sutton
Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 7:00 P.M. Location: Ole Red Nashville 300 Broadway Nashville, TN (615) 780-0900 Performances: Lanie Gardner William Beckmann Bryce Leatherwood Austin Snell Kat Luna Hosted by: Kelly Sutton FREE 
CMA Fest presented by SoFi is hosting Fitness at Fest, sponsored by CELSIUS®, on Friday and Saturday mornings at the Good Molecules Reverb Stage on Bridgestone Arena Plaza in Downtown Nashville! Each class will be hosted by fitness instructors and their celebrity friends! Dates: Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 Times: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM each morning (Gates open at 8:30am) Location: Bridgestone Plaza 501 Broadway Nashville, TN Complimentary fitness swag, an ice cold can of CELSIUS®, and water are included with ticket purchase.
 Bluebird Open HouseOnce again, the Bluebird Cafe is hosting an Open House event during CMA Fest 2025.
Date: June 5 AND June 8 Time: 10 AM - 2 PM Location: The Bluebird Cafe 4104 Hillsboro Pike Nashville, TN 37215 Come on by to see The Bluebird, take pictures on their stage, and shop exclusive merchandise deals. Free. All ages. No ticket required.  Brian Kelley Fan Club PartyCMA Week Fan Club Party. Download the BK App to RSVP now!
Brian shared this information on his app: Oceanaires ... We're throwin' a FREE FAN CLUB PARTY - and you're invited! It's his way of sayin' "thank you for ridin' with me through every song, every show, and every wild dream that's come true. I wouldn't be doin' what I love without y'all, and it means the world to me." Full band, production, and some special surprises. Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 Time: Doors at 6:00 PM Location: One Fourteen (Next to Category 10) 114 2nd Ave North Nashville, TN 37201 It's FREE - just bring your energy, your smile, and your love for country music. Just show this post at the door!  Breakin' Indies LiveNashville Universe announces their first show during CMA Fest 2025 : June 4th: #BreakinIndiesLive. The show starts at 5PM at Bootleggers Inn.
It’s a free show with donations going to benefit instruments for education! Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 5 PM - 8 PM Location: Bootleggers Inn 207 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 Performances by: 5 PM - 7 PM Lewis Brice, Ira Dean, Deborah Allen, Celeste Kellogg, Boomtown Saints, Maddye Tew 7 PM - 8 PM Onoleigh, Grace West, Paige King Johnson, Tori Rose Admission is FREE but donations are excepted at the door for charity.  Spotify HouseCelebrating its sixth anniversary at the festival, Spotify House returns to downtown Nashville’s beloved Ole Red venue from June 5-7, where fans are invited to experience three unforgettable days of nonstop country music and special surprises!
Spotify House will be open Thursday, June 5 through Saturday, June 7 from 10:00am to 2:00am CT daily. All shows will be open to the public, and space will be limited to first-come, first-served for both the morning and evening session. The exact schedule has not yet been released. Dates: Thursday, June 5 - June 7, 2025 Times: For the Main Stage, doors open at 10am CST and the first performance begins at 11. The last performance begins at 12:30am CT and the venue closes at 2am. For the Fresh Finds Rooftop presented by Mountain Dew, hours are 12pm-12am CST. Location: Ole Red is located at 300 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201 – the corner of Broadway and 3rd Avenue North. PLEASE NOTE: As an effort to allow as many fans as possible to experience Spotify House, performances will be split into two sessions. The Main Stage morning programming will conclude at 4:30pm CST where all guests from that session will be asked to exit the building. The evening programming commences at 5:30pm CST. Guests attending the morning session who would also like to attend the evening session will be asked to rejoin the line. Also IMPORTANT: We encourage all families to attend throughout the day at Spotify House. However, after 9:00pm, entry will only be permitted for guests ages 21+, and we ask all guests under the age of 21 to be out of the venue no later than 10:00pm. For a complete list of rules visit FAQ at Ole Red  Ryman Block Party presented by BMIThe fourth annual Ryman and BMI Block Party retunrs to CMA Fest 2025. The three-day free event is scheduled for June 5th through June 7th and is located at the outdoor stage on the PNC Plaza. Nashville’s prominent emerging talent will be showcased each day. See Schedule below:  |
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