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This page contains a Summary of the Events happening just prior, during, and just after the annual CMA Festival in Nashville TN.
It allows you to see at a glance what is happening in the area. For more detailed information, simply click on the date you want to learn more information. |
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Since so many people arrive early and the first "big" show of the week starts on Monday, June 1, we start our daily reporting that day. We will also list events 2-days prior and 2-days after the CMA Fest 2026 week.
Pre-CMA Fest
- Music City Rodeo at Bridgestone Arena on May 28 - May 30
- Ashley Gorley at the CMHOF on May 30 at 2:30 p.m.
- R.O.P.E. Luncheon at the Troubadour Theater on May 31 at 1:00 p.m.
- Steve Earle at The Ryman on May 31 at 6:00 p.m.
- Whey Jennings Album Celebration at Troubadour Nashville at 7:00 p.m.
Events/Performances for Monday, June 1
- Bluebird on 3rd at 3rd and Lindsley at 12:30 p.m.
- Rock 'N Jock Celebrity Softball at 1st Horizon Park at 6:30 p.m.
- Jim Lauderdale at Skinny Dennis at 7:00 p.m.
- The Time Jumpers at 3rd and Lindsley at 8:00 p.m.
Events/Performances for Tuesday, June 2
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge at 6th and Peabody at 11:00 a.m.
- Nashville Navy Party at 3rd and Lindsley at 6:00 p.m.
- Country Kickoff at Skydeck on Broadway at 7:00 p.m.
- Opry 100 at Grand Ole Opry House at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
- Moore & Moore: Hit Songwriters Show at Troubadour Nashville at 7:00 p.m.
- Stars for Second Harvest at The Ryman at 7:30 p.m.
- Forever George and Tammy at The City Winery at 7:30 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Carrie Underwood tba
- Gary Allan at the Marathon Music Works at 6:00 p.m.
Events/Performances for Wednesday, June 3
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Exit 209 at Twelve-Thirty Club at 3:00 p.m.
- Hope on the Inside at Arrington Vineyards at 5:30 p.m.
- Country for a Cause at 3rd and Lindsley qt 6:30 p.m.
- Opry 100 at Grand Ole Opry House at 7:00 p.m.
- Grindhouse Nashville at 6th and Peabody at 7:00 p.m.
- Voices for Valor at Live Oak Nashville at 7:00 p.m.
- Rita Wilson at City Winery at 7:30 p.m.
- Peach Jam at The Basement East at 8:00 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Joe Nichols at the Trouabour Nashville at 5:00 p.m.
- Phil Vassar at the Listening Room at 5:00 p.m.
Events/Performances for Thursday, June 4
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- 615 Live at TBA at 11:00 a.m. (last few years have been at Hard Rock)
- Jake Gill and Friends at Commodore Grill at 3:00 p.m.
- Broads Off Broadway at Troubadour VIP Lounge at 6:30 p.m.
- Tomato Takeover at 3rd and Lindsley at 7:00 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Darryl Worley at 3rd and Lindsley at 10:00 a.m.
Events/Performances for Friday, June 5
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Opry 100 at Grand Ole Opry House at 7:00 p.m
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Mark Wills at Studio A (Opry) at 4:30 p.m.
- Smithfield at The Late Great at 7:00 p.m.
Events/Performances for Saturday, June 6
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- NEW Artist Showcase at 11:00 a.m. at Commodore Grill
- Backstage Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley at 12:30 p.m.
- Opry 100 at The Ryman at 2:00 p.m.
- Country with Heart at Nashville Nightlife at 5:00 p.m.
- Nashville Tequilla Festival at OneC1ty at 5:00 p.m.
- Opry 100 at Grand Ole Opry House at 7:00 p.m.
- Nashville Symphony at Two Rivers Mansion at 7:30 p.m.
- Chip Esten Live at The Franklin Theatre (Franklin, TN) at 8:00 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Lauren Alaina at Studio A (Grand Ole Opry) at 11:00 a.m.
Events/Performances for Sunday, June 7
- Sunday Morning Country at Grand Ole Opry at 4:00 p.m.
Post-CMA Fest
- Bluebird on 3rd at 3rd and Lindsley on June 8th at 12:30 p.m.
- The Time Jumpers at 3rd and Lindsley on June 8th at 8:00 p.m.
