CMA Kick-off PartySixOneFive Agency is hosting a CMA Fest Kick-Off Party at Live Oak Nashville on June 3rd from 7pm-11pm with artist from their roster and some of their close friends! FREE Admission, join them upstairs with a dedicated bar and good vibes.
Date: Tuesday, June 3 Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Location: The Local 1522 Demonbreun Street Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: (615) 320-4339 FREE Performances by: Justin Holt,Reid West, Reece,Tate Renner, Donny Van Slee,Becca Bowen, Bryson Quick, Cory M. Harris, Darien Clay,Walker Taylor An Evening with Billie Jo Jones & FriendsBillie Jo Jones will be performing a very intimate concert at 1865 Club on Friday June 6 during CMA Fest in Nashville.
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Location: 1865 Club 610 21st Avenue North Nashville, TN 37203 Price: $19.59 (21+ ONLY) EVENT HAS ENDED 90s CountryJoin Craig Campbell at his Grindstone Cowboy for 90's Country Show & Cinco Dey Mayo Celebration on June 2 during CMA Fest 2025.
Date: Monday, June 2 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Grindstone Cowboy 115 North Main Street Eagleville, Tennessee 37060 (615) 640-9040 $25 at the door 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 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 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 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: Livin' the Write LifeA premiere Nashville writers round featuring songwriting legends and chart-toppers, as well as the next generation of hit-makers. Special CMA Fest version.
Date: Sunday, June 1 Time: 7:00 P.M. Location: Neon Steeple Cheif's on Broadway 200 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 Lineup: Joe Denim, Scoot Sean White, Kaitlyn Croker, Collins Horton, Jacob Jones, Justin Love, Grace Maher, Stephanie Ryann, Olin Wallace Tickets: from $22 EVENT HAS ENDED Bluebird Cafe at Friends in Low PlacesIn celebration of the kickoff to CMA Fest and The Bluebird Cafe’s 43rd birthday, the magic of the Bluebird is coming back to Broadway! They are partnering once again with Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk during CMA Week to present exclusive songwriter shows in the heart of downtown Nashville. Guests will enjoy rare access to two of the venue’s most iconic spaces: Garth Brooks’ SEVENS Club and Trisha Yearwood’s Studio Kitchen. The shows, which take place June 4th, will feature collaborators of both country superstars! Tickets will go on sale Friday, May 16 at 8 a.m. CT. Seating is limited to just 80 guests so don’t miss your chance to be part of this special celebration! Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 1:30 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. Location: Friends in Low Places Bar 411 Broadway Nashville, TN 37203 Phone: (615) 669-4711 Prices: TBD
BellesBelles to perform a FREE show at the Analog at the Hutton Hotel during CMA Fest 2025.
Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 7:30 P.M. (Doors 7:00 P.M.) Location: Analog at Hutton Hotel 1808 West End Ave Nashville, TN 37203 615-340-9333 FREE Toby May Album Release PartyToby May to host EP Release during CMA Fest 2025 at Big Shotz in Nashville, TN. Toby will debut all 8 or his songs as well as his newest radio realse on 6/6.
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 12:00 P.M. Location: BigShotz 115 2nd Ave N Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 244-9011 FREE The Woods Wednesdays: Sarah DarlingSarah Darling to perform as part of the Woods Wednesdays at The Basement on Wednesday, June 4 just prior to the start of CMA Fest 2025.
"Woods Wednesdays" at The Basement in Nashville is a weekly event featuring the band The Woods, a three-part harmony group known for their blend of nostalgic and progressive sounds Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Doors 6:30 PM) Location: The Basement 1604 Eighth Ave South Nashville, TN 37203 Tickets: $12.85 ($10.00 + $2.85 fees) This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. ALL PATRONS MUST BRING A VALID FORM OF IDENTIFICATION EVENT HAS ENDED Under the Stars: Rodney CrowellSummer nights invite lingering and lounging under the stars at Cheekwood, where over three magical evenings, music fills the air. At Under the Stars, the region’s finest players, writers, and singers perform in Cheekwood’s lush gardens, providing an elegant setting where memories are made. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy relaxing while immersing yourself in the soundtrack of the season.
Premium ticket packages are available, offering exclusive perks for an elevated concert experience. Date: Wednesday, June 4 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Cheekwood Estate and Gardens 1200 Forrest Park Dr Nashville, TN 37205 General Admission Tickets: $65 Members | $75 Not-Yet-Members Premium Package Tickets: $150 Members | $175 Not-Yet-Members EVENT HAS ENDED CMA Viewing at Hard Rock StageThe Hard Rock Cafe is offering Reserved viewing seats for each day of CMA Fest 2025. The schedule is listed below. Still 5 slots to be filled. 2025 CMA Festival- Hard Rock Stage- Viewing Package Includes:
Note: Reservations may be grouped together ( For Example: reservations for 2 will be seated with another 2 people). Gratuity and Tax: 20% gratuity and sales tax will be added to any additional food and beverages ordered outside of the package offerings. This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund. **PLEASE NOTE WE WILL MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO RESERVE THE TABLE REQUESTED. THE GENERAL MANAGER HAS THE RIGHT TO MOVE ANY GUESTS OR TABLE, AT ANY TIME. See Schedule Below
Kayla Woodson LiveKayla Woodson to perform live at The 5 Spot just prior to the start of CMA Fest 2025. She will performing along with special guest Molly Lovette.
Date: Tuesday, June 3 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: The 5 Spot 1006 Forest Ave. Nashville, TN 35706 Tickets: $10 (at the door or online) EVENT HAS ENDED Backstage at 3rdA Night with SongStory Music featuring Dan Harrison , Mark Taylor , Bri Fletcher & Lizzy McAvoy at 3rd and Lindsley. If you happen to be staying a few extra days after CMA Fest 2025, these shows are always great.
Date: Tuesday, June 10 Time: 6:00 PM Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Ave South Nashville, TN 37210 (615) 259-9891 Songwriters: Dan Harrison, Mark Taylor, Bri Fletcher, Lizzy McAvoy Tickets: $18.58 EVENT HAS ENDED General Admission tickets guarantee entry into the venue but do not guarantee a seat. We ONLY accept tickets purchased through Ticketweb. Handicap accommodations are available, please contact the venue in advance. You do not need to present the credit card used for purchase. You will just need to provide the name the tickets were purchased under to enter, your party does not need to arrive at the same time, each guest can enter under the name the tickets were purchased under. Songwriter Session: The Kentucky GentlemenThe Kentucky Gentlemen—twin brothers Brandon and Derek Campbell—have released several singles, including “Beg Your Parton,” “Country Hymn,” “Leave Right Now,” and “Neon Cowboy.”
GLAAD recognized the duo as one of their favorite new voices in country music, and BET, the Nashville Scene, and NPR have all named them an artist to watch. They will release their debut album, Rhinestone Revolution, in June. Included with Museum admission. Program ticket required. Free to Museum members. Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: 12:00 P.M. - 12:45 P.M. Location: Country Music Hall of Fame Ford Theater 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S Nashville, TN 37203 MEMBERS are free but must register with their account. NON-MEMBERS must purchase a museum ticket for that day. EVENT HAS ENDED Songwriter Session: Craig MorganCraig Morgan is an actor, author, singer, soldier, and songwriter. He wrote his songs “Almost Home,” “Bonfire,” “I Got You,” “More Trucks Than Cars,” and “The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost,” and all but one of the songs on his latest EP, American Soundtrack.
Morgan is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and released a memoir, God, Family, Country, in 2022. Ford Theater. Included with Museum admission. Program ticket required. Free to Museum members. Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Location: Country Music Hall of Fame Ford Theater 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S Nashville, TN 37203 MEMBERS are free but must register with their account. NON-MEMBERS must purchase a museum ticket for that day. EVENT HAS ENDED Haley Whitters Album Release PartyJoin Haley Whitters on Friday, June 6th at 4:00 PM during CMA Fest 2025 when she celebrates the release of her new album, Corn Queen, with an intimate instore performance & album signing!
Whitters’ new record will be released that day so come hang with her and her crew as we welcome Corn Queen into the world! You can preorder you copy on limited edition pink vinyl, available exclusively at indie record shops, and on CD in the record store Grimeys. All who preorder the album for local, store pickup will receive a wristband for Hailey album signing! Wristbands are required to participate in the signing for all 13+. (Kids 12 & under don’t need wristbands.) Wristbands are limited and also guarantee entrance to our event. Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 4:00 P.M. Location: Grimey’s New and Preloved Music 1060 East Trinity Lane Nashville, TN 37216 Phone (Store): (615) 226-3811 CD + Wristband: $13.99 Vinyl Album + Wristband: $38.99 PRE-ORDER Curb Happy HourLive performances from Harper Grace and Hannah Ellis + special guest appearances you won't want to miss during CMA Fest 2025.
Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 1:00 P.M. Location: One Fourteen - Third Floor 120 2nd Avenue North Nashviile, TN 37201 Tickets: $18.95 EVENT HAS ENDED Jordan Oaks at Grindstone CowboyJordan Oaks to perform at Grindstone Cowboy during CMA Fest 2025. The show is FREE to attend.
About Jordan: "New England born and raised American singer-songwriter, Jordan Oaks, has accumulated over 290 thousand streams and 13 million active listeners on just one single in just two years of its release date. Derived by inspiring country legends such as Merle Haggard and George Strait, Jordan Oaks is reviving these 90’s traditional artists with his own deep rooted music by incorporating the southern classics with elements of his own" Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 5:30 P.M. Location: Grindstone Cowboy 115 North Main Street Eagleville TN 37060 FREE. No Ticket Needed |
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