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CMA Music Festival 
​2023
Events by Day


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Note: This Site has no affiliation with the CMA Music Festival and is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with the Country Music Association, Inc./CMA Fest or any of  its subsidiaries. ​
Even if you don't have a four day pass for CMA Fest, there are plenty of things to keep you busy. Most of these require an additional fee. Where possible, a link will be included for purchasing these tickets. Events listed here are for major multiple artist events. For venues that have shows thru-out the week, visit the By Location page. For Fan Club Events visit the Fan Club page. As of 2023, we have added a Special Events page to include other performances/concerts around town that don't necessarily conform to the standard format.

NOTE: All Date/Times and Artists can change at any time without notice.

If you have information on other events, please contact us at countrystarphotos@gmail.com


​Flyers used on this page are the ones distributed by the event organizers. No ownership is implied.
Click on Date to view events for that day or simply scroll down to see all.
There are other repeat events that occur as well, but with inconsistent Dates/Times and locations, they will be added as announced.
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    Saturday, June 3

    Tanya Tucker at the Ryman

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    ​One of the newest members to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Tanya Tucker, is slated to perform 2 shows at the Ryman just prior to the start of the CMA Music Festival.

    Date: 
    Saturday, June 3
    Sunday, June 4

    Time: 8:00 p.m.

    Location:
    Ryman Auditorium
    116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
    Nashville, Tennessee 37219

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    Standard Tickets:
     $38-$76
    AXS Premium: from $299

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    Sunday, June 4

    Refuge for the Refugees

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    Refuge for the Refugees: A night of stories and songs benefitting refugees resettling in middle Tennessee.

    Date: Sunday, June 4, 2023
    Time: 3:00 PM

    Location:
    The Listening Room
    618 4th Avenue S
    Nashville, TN.
    (615) 259-3600

    Artists: Emily Shackelton, Callista Clark, Kelly Archer, Joey Hyde, The Lonely Fighters
    Tickets: $25

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    Tanya Tucker at the Ryman

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    ​One of the newest members to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Tanya Tucker, is slated to perform 2 shows at the Ryman just prior to the start of the CMA Music Festival.

    Date: 
    Saturday, June 3
    Sunday, June 4

    Time: 8:00 p.m.

    Location:
    Ryman Auditorium
    116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
    Nashville, Tennessee 37219

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    Standard Tickets:
     $38-$76
    AXS Premium: from $299

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    Monday, June 5

    Bluebird on 3rd

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    The Bluebird Cafe is back at 3rd and Lindsley on June 5th! Just in time for #CMAFest2023.
    Tickets are on sale now & lineups will be announced soon!


    Date: Monday, June 5
    Time: 12:00 PM (Doors 11:00 AM)


    Location:
    3rd and Lindsley
    818 3rd Ave. S
    Nashville, TN 37210

    Songwriters:

    Victoria Banks, Phil Barton, Emily Shackelton, Samee Cannon, Bryan Frazier

    Prices: (does not include taxes and fees)
    General Admission: $15
    Table for 4: $80
    All Ages

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    ​Whiskey Jam

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    Visit Web-site
    About Whiskey Jam: 
    Whiskey Jam Is A Time-Tested Source Of Great Live Music. For 10 Years, Whiskey Jam has hosted Some Of Music'S Best Writers & Artists, Often Before They Become Household Names. 

    Date: Monday, June 5
    Time: 5:00 PM

    Location:
    Loser's Bar and Grill
    1911 Division St
    Nashville, TN.
    615-327-3115

    Artists: 
    Nate Smith, Kameron Marlowe, Lanco, Danielle Bradberry, Kayley Green​

    Hometown to Hometown

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    Hometown to Hometown is Save The Music Foundation and SongFarm.org's annual Nashville event that will be held on June 5, 2023.

    The evening will be filled with performances featuring nationally recognized artists and songwriters. Attendees and viewers will also hear from teachers and students impacted by Save The Music and SongFarm.org's programs.

    Our 2023 Champions of the Year - Leslie Fram, Mickey Guyton, and Trisha Yearwood - will be recognized for their dedication to music education with special appearances from Kelsea Ballerini, Madeline Edwards, Brittney Spencer, and more!

    Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
    Time: 5:30 pm

    Location:
    City Winery
    609 Lafayette St,
    Nashville, TN 37203

    Tickets & Sponsorship Packages

    Awarding Sponsor: $100,000.00
    Producer Sponsor: $55,000.00
    Composer Sponsor: $30,000.00
    Song Sponsor: $15,000.00
    Lyric Sponsor: $7,500.00
    Melody Sponsor: $3,500.00
    General Admission: $500.00

    *For tax purposes, a portion of your ticket is nondeductible, and that amount will be provided post-event.

    PURCHASE TICKETS (and see what is included with each level)
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    Song Sufferagettes

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    Song Suffragettes is NASHVILLE’S ONLY ALL-FEMALE acoustic showcase featuring 5 OF THE BEST NEXT-GENERATION SINGER-SONGWRITERs (OF ALL GENRES)

    Date: Monday, June 5
    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location: ,
    The Listening Room
    618 4th Avenue s
    Nashville,TN
    (615) 259-3600

    Artists: 
    Haley Mae Campbell
    Valerie Ponzio
    Karissa Ella
    Jessica Willis Fisher
    July Moon
    Mia Morris




    Sarah's Birthday Bash

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    ​Lucky Money Entertainment presents Sarah's Birthday Bash at Virgin Hotels Nashville during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Monday, June 5
    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location
    Virgin Hotels Nashville
    1 Music Square West
    Nashville, TN

    Artists: 
    Sarah Morey, Cassidy Best, Kirstie Kraus, Hayley Giovinazzo, Axel Rsmussen, Mark Taylor, Silence & Noise, Dan Harrison, Sofie Lynn

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    Rock N Jock: Celebrity Softball

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    Folds of Honor returns to 1st Horizon Park in Nashville during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
    Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
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    Location:
    1st Horizon Park
    19 Junior Gilliam Way
    Nashville, TN



    Tickets on sale NOW

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    Darius & Friends

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    Darius returns to the historic Ryman Auditorium on Monday, June 5 for his 14th Annual Darius and Friends concert benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. The event, which unofficially kicks off the week of CMA Fest in downtown Nashville and has raised more than $3 million to date, will feature an all-star roster of friends to be announced in the coming months.

    Tickets to the 14th Annual Darius & Friends benefit concert start at $69 with VIP package options up to $249, available via AXS.com. Pre-sale access begins tomorrow, April 18 at 10 a.m. CT, with tickets on sale to the general public this Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m. CT.

    Darius & Friends Benefiting St. Jude There is a strict ticket limit of 8. Any customers exceeding this limit are in violation of the published ticket limit and tickets will be subject to cancellation without notice. Ticket transfer is disabled for this event.

    Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
    Show Time: 7:00 PM​
    Doors Open: 6:00 PM

    Location:
    The Ryman
    116 5th Avenue North
    Nashville, TN

    Artists: Darius Rucker, Jake Owen, Jelly Roll, Vince Gill, Hardy, Megan Moroney

    Tickets: $69.00 - $149.00
    VIP M&G: $249

    Presale: Tuesday, April 16, 2023.
    General On-Sale: Friday, April 21, 2023 at 10:00AM CDT

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    only obstructed view tickets remain

    UpStar.Music Presents: The Showcase

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    ​If you are looking for some live music to kickoff CMA Fest head over to The Rusty Nail on Monday June 5th to watch some incredible folks play “The Showcase” presented by UPstar. Music! 

    Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:
    The Rusty Nail
    4054 Andrew Jackson Way
    Hermitage, TN

    Artists: Derek Anderson, Jake Banfield, Austin Burke, Tyler Dial, Matt Gorman, Parker Grave, Kelsey Hart, Reid Haughton, Morgan Johnston, Josh Kiser, Bryce Mauldin, Martin McDaniel, Walker Montgomery, Gray Robinson, Shaylen, Jessie Wilson
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    Tuesday, June 6

    Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole

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    Craig Campbell Cornhole Tournament returns to CMA Fest. This year, the event will take place at 6th and Peabody.. Limited number of VIP tickets available. General Admission is, as always, free.

    Date: Tuesday, June 6
    Time; 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Location:
    6th & Peabody 
    423 6th Avenue South
    Nashville, TN 37203


    VIP: $250 (plus taxes and fees)
    Celebrities will play with auction winners in the Cornhole tournament. General Admission is free and open to the public.

    There are only 25 VIP Ticket packages available. With the purchase of this ticket you will receive a group meet & greet photo with all of the celebrity participants, 2 drink tickets, an event swag bag, and premium view of the tournament.

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    BId Now to play in the 9th annual Craig Campbell Cornhole Tournament during CMA Fest 2023.

    BID to PLAY

    Participants (hosted by Craig Campbell):
    Craig Campbell, Mindy Campbell, Holly Stocks, Hannah Dasher, Mitch Rossell, Trey Lewis, Asland Craft, Charles Esten, Jarrod Nieman, Big Vinny, Tim Montana, Tayler Holder, Shaylen, Cody Cozz, Lucas Hoge, James Otto

    Whiskey Jam

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    Visit Web-site
    About Whiskey Jam: 
    Whiskey Jam Is A Time-Tested Source Of Great Live Music. For 10 Years, Whiskey Jam has hosted Some Of Music'S Best Writers & Artists, Often Before They Become Household Names. 

    Date: Tuesday, June 6
    Time: 5:00 PM

    Location:
    Loser's Bar and Grill
    1911 Division St
    Nashville, TN.
    615-327-3115

    Artists: 
    Dylan Scott, Jon Langston, Dylan Marlowe, Tanner Adell, Pillbox Patti

    FREE. Doors open at 5:00 PM. 21+ to attend

    Nashville Navy Party

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     Announcing the venue for the 2023 Nashville Navy Party!! The event will be at the Vinyl Lounge downtown 1414 3rd Ave South. There are 100 free parking spots around the venue and plenty of side street parking as well. There will be a limited menu from a restaurant next to the venue. There are two full size bars downstairs and upstairs and an outdoor patio area.This year’s show hosted again by the one and only Shelly Fairchild!

    Save the date - June 6, 2023 Doors open at 5:30

    Stay tuned for artist announcements and ticket info. Save the date for the 2023 Nashville Navy Party!! Always a great way to kick off CMA Fest Week.

    Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    Doors: 5:30
    Show: 6:30


    Location:
    Vinyl Lounge
    1414 3rd Avenue South
    Nashville, TN.

    Artists:
    Host: Shelly Fairchild

    Appearing: Jeff Bates, Ray Scott, Keith Anderson, Jaime Fox and more TBA


    There will be 12 front row seats available (folding chair, no table included with these seats) - $50 each. 
    SOLD OUT
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    Also, there will be (12) “half” tables (Total of six tables that can seat 8 sold in halves, so FOUR ticketed seats at a table of 8- $225 for 4 seats. You will be sharing the table with another group of 4. If you want the whole table, select quantity 2.) 4 half-tables remain

    This way more people a chance at getting a table.

    General admission is $25 in advance, $30 at the door.

    All other seating is first come, first serve. No refunds unless the show is completely canceled.

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    Porch Light Pickers

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    Porch Light Pickers at the Local Nashville during CMA Fest 2023 for "The Voice" Takeover. 

    Porchlight Pickers is the only weekly writers round put on by a publishing company, Porchlight Music.

    Our mission is simple, to give writers and artists a platform where they can be seen by publishers, music producers, record labels and booking agents. A place to network with other writers and leave with something positive that might advance their career. Our Porchlight Music family wanted to be impactful in the music community and so the Porchlight Pickers writers round was created.

    Date: Tuesday, June 6
    Time: 6 PM - 11 PM

    Location.
    The Local
    110 28th Avenue N.
    Nashville, TN

    Artists: 
     6 PM: Tyler Kohrs, Alex Graham, Tori Miller
     7 PM: Dave Fenley Cali Wilson, Rio Doyle, Pryor Baird
     8 PM: Jon Mullins, Worth the Wait, Van Andrew
     9 PM: Jake Hoot, Swon Brothers, Emily Ann Roberts, Todd Tighlman
    10 PM: Grace West, Ian Flannigan, Allie Keck, Emma Caroline

    FREE 

    Back Porch Sippin'

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    ​Join Back Porch Sippin' Writers' Round  to kick off CMA Fest Week at Big Machine Downtown Nashville.
    Grab a drink & have a seat, it's time to hear from the hottest new artist and songwriters around.


    Date: Tuesday, June 6
    Time: 7:00 PM

    21+ Free event.

    Location
    Big Machine
    122 3rd Avenue South
    Nashville, TN

    Performers:
    Jake Banfield, Connor Hicks, PJ North, Parker Graye, Reid Haughton, Grant Gilbert, Taylor Cook, Devon Beck, Carolyn Miller

    Duke Spirits at 3rd and Lindsley

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    ​Duke Spirits to host show at 3rd and Lindsley during the 2023 CMA Music Festival at 3rd and Lindsley.

    Date: ​Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    Time: 7:30 PM (Doors 6:00 PM)

    Location:
    3rd and Lindsley
    818 3rd Ave. S
    Nashville, TN 37210

    Artists:
    Eric Paslay , Paul McDonald , The Dryes , Six One Five Collective and Annie Bosko

    Tickets: 
    General Admission: 
    $15.00
    Reserved (table for 4): $100.00

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    Behind the Strings

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    N​ikki Mitchell Foundation welcomes their artist board members to the stage for a quarterly songwriter series, Behind the Strings.

    ​Songwriter & NMF board member Rob Hatch will host the inaugural Behind the Strings round. Rob Hatch, from Cross City, Florida, moved to Nashville in 2001. He achieved his first #1 song, “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away” recorded by Justin Moore in 2008. 

    In 2014, Hatch would be named as the SESAC Songwriter of the year fueled by his 2 #1 songs, “Goodnight Kiss” by Randy Houser and “I Don’t Dance” by Lee Brice which was awarded the 2014 ACM’s Single Of The Year and has since went double platinum. In 2020, Hatch co-founded Pump House Records with longtime friend Lee Brice and Elisha Hoffman. 

    Hatch has invited Alabama natives Jamey Johnson & Ella Langley to join him for the inaugural round.

    Nikki Mitchell Foundation

    Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors 6:00 p.m.)

    Location:
    Riverside Revival
    1600 Riverside Dr.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 784-8225

    Artists:
    Jamey Johnson
    Ella Langley

    Hosted by: Rob Hatch

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    Kendell Marvell's Honky Tonk Experience

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    Tickets On Sale Now for Kendell Marvel's Honky Tonk Experience at The Basement East during #CMAFest2023.

    Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    Time: 7:00 PM (doors 6 PM)

    Location:
    The Basement East
    917 Woodland St
    Nashville, TN 37206

    Price: $15 Advance/$20 Day of Show.

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    Age: 21+ (Valid Gov't issued photo ID required)

    Tickets for all shows are available online at www.thebasementnashville.com or by phone at 1-866-468-7630.
    All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable or transferable.

    103.3 Country Kick-off Party

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    ​103.3 Country and 95.5 NASH ICON presents Country Kick-Off 2023

    103.3 Country and 95.5 NASH ICON will kick off another highly anticipated Country Music Week with our “Country Kick-Off!” Live Concert Event on Tuesday, June 6th at Skydeck on Broadway featuring Brett Young, Scotty McCreary, Russell Dickerson, Morgan Evans, Jordan Harvey and Tenelle Arts plus more to be announced! 

    DATE: Tuesday, June 6th 
    TIME: 7:30 p.m (doors 6:30 p.m.)

    LOCATION: 
    Skydeck on Broadway
    5055 Broadway Pl,
    Nashville, TN 37203
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    Artists:
    Brett Young, Scotty McCreery, Russell Dickerson, Morgan Evans, Jordan Harvey & Tenille Arts (with surprise guest appearances

    Tickets:
    Prices: $34.50 - $59.50

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    Raised Rowdy

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    Tuesday Night! Happy to bring you, Raised Rowdy: Premium with Outside The Round Our kick off to Country Music’s BIGGEST week with some of Nashville’s Rising Stars!

    We’ll see y’all at Live Oak Music Row Nashville and remember to be on the look out as we roll out the rest of our events for next week 👀

    Date: Tuesday, June 7
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbreun
    Nashville, TN

    Artists: 
    Belles, Brian Fuller, Brooke Lee, Carson Wallace, Clayton Mullen, Landon Parker, Landon Smith, 
    Noah Hicks, Old Hickory, Ryan Waters, Shelby Raye, SJ McDonald, Tyler Dial


    Stars for Second Harvest

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    The initial line-up for Stars for Second Harvest has been released:
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    JUST 
    ANNOUNCED: Ernest, Rodney Clawson, Chris Tompkins, and Jake Worthington will join Craig Wiseman for this year's Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee on June 6 presented by American Airlines!

    Tickets are on sale now for Stars for Second Harvest at the Ryman during the CMA Music Festival week. 

    Location:
    The Ryman Auditorium
    116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
    Nashville, TN 37219
    (615) 889-3060

    Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
    Show Time: 7:30 PM
    Doors Open: 6:30 PM

    Price: $50.00 - $75.00 (plus taxes and fees)

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    This year’s line-up includes: 
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    Songwriter’s Round:
    Craig Wiseman
    Rodney Clawseon
    Chris Tompkins
    Performance by:
    Jake Worthington
    Headliner:
    ERNEST & Special Guests
    All proceeds help provide food to people in Middle and West Tennessee.

    Long Jon Bluegrass

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    Join us at the Station Inn for a great night of bluegrass music to kickoff CMA Fest 2023.

    Doors open at 7pm. Show begins at 8pm. All tickets here are first come, first served at the door. If you are in the area, plan to come down and enjoy live music with a pizza and a beer (or two!)

    Date: Tuesday, June 6
    Time: 8:00 PM

    Location:
    The Station Inn
    402 12th Avenue South 
    Nashville, TN

    Tickets: $20 (1st come-1st serve)

    Artists:
    Long Jon, Charlie Worsham, Ben Helson, Dan Hochhalter, Cassady Feasby, Steve Misamore, Tim Sergent, and Dierks Bentley
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    Billboard Live in Concert

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    Jelly Roll will headline the inaugural Billboard Country Live in Concert at the Marathon Music Works in Nashville on June 6, while the first Billboard Country Live in Conversation on June 7 will feature an intimate Q&A with Garth Brooks.

    In addition to Jelly Roll’s kick-off performance on June 6 — for which 
    Nate Smith will serve as the opening act — the “Son of a Sinner” singer will sit for a Billboard Country Live in Conversation Q&A on June 7 to close the day of engaging sessions.

    Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
    Time: 8:00 p.m.

    Location:
    Marathon Music Works
    1402 Clinton Ave.
    Nashville, TN

    Tuesday, June 6
    BUY TICKETS: ($65)


    NOTE: The original link that Billboard supplied NEVER worked. 
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    Wednesday, June 7

    Billboard Live in Conversation

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    Billboard Country Live in Conversation is a one-day ticketed conference for fans and industry insiders taking place at Marathon Music Works. There will be a number of sessions with top country acts discussing the hottest issues in country music

    Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

    SCHEDULE

    10:00 AM Check in and Attendee Lounge Open
    11:00 AM  Artist Q+A with Garth Brooks
    11:55 AM  The Future of Country with Bailey Zimmerman, Megan Moroney, Nate Smith, Priscilla Block
    12:45 PM  The Music of Yellowstone with Andrea Von Foerster, Brian Schwartz, Dani Rose of Honey County
      1:35 PM  Women of Country with Carly Pearce, Hillary Scott, Lily Rose, Madeline Edwards
      2:15 PM Afternoon Break
      3:15 PM 50 Years of CMA Fest with Bill Anderson, Brian Kelley, Lauren Alaina, Terri Clark
      4:05 PM Songwriters of Country with Chase McGill, Jessie Jo Dillon, Nicolle Galyon
      4:55 PM Artist Q+A with Jelly Roll

    Wednesday, June 7
    BUY TICKETS: 
    Tier 1: $50 SOLD OUT
    Tier 2: $75 SOLD OUT
    Tier 3: $95 SOLD OUT
    Tier 4: $115 

    NOTE: The original link that Billboard supplied NEVER worked. Found the new link by searching but unfortunately too late. 

    Country Kickoff Party

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    Country Kickoff Party at Church Street Park in downtown Nashville during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Wednesday,  June 7
    Time: 1:00 PM - 6:40 PM

    Location:
    Church Street Park
    600 Church Street
    Nashville, TN

    Lineup/Schedule: 
    1:00 - 1:40 PM: Three Times A Lady 
    2:00 - 2:40 PM: Tori Allen 
    3:00 - 3:40 PM: Tera Lynne Fister 
    4:00 - 4:40 PM: Natalie Brady
    5:00 - 5:40 PM: Jed Harrelson 
    6:00 - 6:40 PM: Sara Spicer & Chris Lee

    ​FREE/ALL AGES

    615 House at Ariat Nashville

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    ​Who is ready for CMA Fest?! Come kick off the week with these badass females at Ariat Nashville on 5th and broadway! 

    Date: Thursday, June 7
    Time: 5 PM - 7 PM

    Location: 
    Ariat Brand Shop
    5th and Broad
    5034 Broadway Pl.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 701-6445

    Artists: Taylor Austin Dye, Morgan Myles, Alexandra Kay, Erin Kinsey

    FREE show.

    Whiskey Jam

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    About Whiskey Jam: 
    Whiskey Jam Is A Time-Tested Source Of Great Live Music. For 10 Years, Whiskey Jam has hosted Some Of Music'S Best Writers & Artists, Often Before They Become Household Names. 

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 5:00 PM

    Location:
    Loser's Bar and Grill
    1911 Division St
    Nashville, TN.
    615-327-3115

    Artists: 
    Hot Country Knights, Corey Kent, Tyler Braden, Mae Estes

    FREE. Doors open at 5:00 PM. 21+ to attend

    19 Takeover

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    ​American Idol comes to the Valentine during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location:
    The Valentine
    312 Broadway
    Nashville, TN
    (629) 202-6989

    Artists:
    Noah Thompson, Hunter Girl, Heaven Madisson, Megan Danielle, Colin Stough, Iam Tongi. Frits Hanger and More

    FREE

    Neal Agency Takeover

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    The Neal Agency takes over 6th and Peabody during CMA Fest 2023 for a FREE show on Wednesday, June 7.

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location:
    6th & Peabody 
    423 6th Avenue South
    Nashville, TN 37203

    Artists: 
    Bailey Zimmerman, Seaforth, Ella Langley, Josh Ross, Asland Craft, John Morgan, Palmer Anthony

    ​FREE

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    Picklejar: Up all Night

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    Nashville!! PickleJar Up All Night Presents @ Sky Deck on Fifth & Broadway on Wednesday, June 7. Show starts at 6pm, and it's FREE!! RSVP on the PickleJar app for a chance to win $20 toward your tab on the house.

    PickleJar Up All Night presents a FREE CMA Week kickoff party featuring an incredible lineup of rising stars & established performers. 

    General Admission is first come first serve and does not guarantee access to the venue. 

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 6:30 PM (Doors 6 PM)

    Location:
    Sky Deck
    5055 Broadway Pl
    Nashville, TN 37203-5765
    (615) 800-5765

    FREE


    SCHEDULE:
    6:30pm :Matt Rogers
    7:10pm- Eric Burgett
    7:50pm- Grace Tyler
    8:30pm- Caleb Lee Hutchinson
    9:10pm- Teddy Robb

    RSVP Here

    Shania Twain at Geodis Park

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    Let's Go, Nashville

    Nashville, get ready! After nearly five years, the Queen of Country is returning for a one-night only show at GEODIS Park on Wednesday, June 7th, 2023. Produced by Live Nation, the spectacular show will feature an all-star lineup including Kelsea Ballerini and Breland joining Shania Twain on stage. The unmissable performance will be the first concert to take place at GEODIS Park since the soccer stadium opened May 2022.
    Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
    Time: 6:30 p.m.

    Location:
    Geodis Park
    501 Benton Ave
    Nashville, TN 37204

    Artists:
    Shania Twain
    Kelsea Ballerini
    Breland

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    Jesus in a Bar

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    ​Kick off CMA Fest 2023 with a special writer's round at The Local "Jesus in a Bar".

    Love all that Jesus In A Bar is doing and you should come out and see why! Join us at The Local Wednesday, June 7 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
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    Not in Nashville? Streaming is available!👇🏼

    https://m.facebook.com/thelocalnash?mibextid=LQQJ4d

    #jesus #godisgood #cmafest #christianmusic #femaleartist

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Location:
    The Loca
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    110 28th Ave N
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 320-4339

    Artists: Olivia Farabaiugh, Brennley Brown, Jesse LaBelle

    Country for a Cause

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    The initial lineup for Country for a Cause was released today. Tickets on Sale this Friday, March 24, 2023 at 12:00 CT.

    Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
    Time: 7:00 pm (doors 5:30 p.m.)

    Location:
    3rd and Lindsley
    818 3rd Avenue S
    Nashville, TN 37210
    (615) 249-9891

    Host:
    TG Sheppard and Kelly Lang

    Performing:
    Moe Bandy, John Conlee, Wade Hayes, Terry McBride, Brandon Davis, Elizabeth Cook, Jake Hoot, Leon Everette, Paulette Carlson, Tim Atwood and many more.

    Tickets;
    $45 - General
    $300 - VIP SOLD OUT

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    Kick Off with King Calaway

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    Got some big news coming the first week of June 👀 Come celebrate with King Calaway at Dierks Whiskey Row - Nashville on 6/7 to Kick Off CMA Fest 2023

    Full band performance + kick off party.

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 7:00 PM (Doors 6 PM)

    Location:
    Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row
    Club Level 
    400 Broadway
    Nashville, TN

    MUST BE 21+ to Enter

    FREE EVENT

    Raised Rowdy Premium

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    ​Tuesday Night! Raised Rowdy: Premium with Outside The Round a kick off to Country Music’s BIGGEST week with some of Nashville’s Rising Stars!

    Date: Tuesday, June 6th
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbruen 
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 866-9716

    Artists:
    Old Hickory, Noah Hicks, Brian Fuller, Tyler Dial, Landon Smith, Shelby Raye, Brooke Lee, Belles, SJ McDonald, Landon Parker, Ryan Waters, Carson Wallace, Clayton Mullen

    FREE

    Concert for Love & Acceptance

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    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 7:30 PM
    Doors: 6:30


    Venue:
    Wildhorse Saloon
    120 2nd Avenue North

    Nashville, TN

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    Ty will be joined by special guests for a night of holiday music in support of his Foundation For Love + Acceptance, committed to supporting mental health and wellness for youth, with a particular focus on at-risk LGBTQ youth, as well as supporting addiction recovery for all.

    $500 tickets include a table of 4.
    $100 tickets individual seats.
    $50 tickets are general admission, limited seating first come first served.
    Accessible seating available upon request.

    No professional cameras or video without prior approval.
    Sale Dates and Times:

    Public Onsale: Fri, 3 Feb 2023 at 10:00 AM
    Fan Club: Fri, 27 Jan 2023 at 10:00 AM

    Lineup
    Ty Herndon, Billy Gillman, 
    Maddie & Tae, Pam Tillis, Terri Clark, Desmond Child, Wendy Moten, Shelly Fairchild, Justin Fabus​

    Ticket Limits
    Price Level 1 tickets must be purchased in groups of 4 for each table.

    BUY TICKETS

    Bus Call


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    Wednesday Nights 8:00 pm-11:00 pm are for Wednesday Nights 8:00 pm-11:00 pm are for Bus Call at Tin Roof on Demonbruen, the go-to spot for the music industry every week to unwind, network, and hear Nashville artists on the rise.
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    ​Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Location: 
    Tin Roof on Demonbruen
    1516 Demonbruen St
    Nashville, Tn
    (615) 313-7103

    Artists:
    Traci Lynn, Kyle Elliott, Savannah Burrows, Jacob Morris, Johnny Day, Laura Walsh, Jason Cross​

    On the Rise

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    Ole Red On the Rise, presented by Tractor Supply, brings the up-and-coming artists you gotta know (hand-picked by our country music experts) onto our concert-caliber stage at Ole Red Nashville.

    Date: Wednesday, June 7
    Time: 8:00 PM

    Location:
    Ole Red Nashville
    400 Broadway
    Nashville, TN
    (629) 203-7822

    On the Rise: Erin Kinsey, Meghan Patrick, Chase Matthew
    Emerging Artists: Drew Hale, Tae Lewis, Austin McNeill, Cosette Smith, Hailey Verhaalen


    Hosted by Zak Kuhn.

    FREE 
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    Voices for Valor

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    ​Kick off CMA Fest right! Join us on June 7th for Voices for Valor as "Chuck Wicks and Friends" take the stage raising funds and awareness for our nation’s Special Forces!

    The Special Forces Charitable Trust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that supports the U.S. Army Special Forces Community nationwide. Click HERE to learn more about this awesome organization - 

    Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
    Time: 8:00 P.M.

    Location:
    Woolworth Theater
    223 Rep. John Lewis Pkwy N. (5th Avenue North)
    Nashville, TN

    Prices: $45 -  $89 (plus taxes and fees)

    Artists: Chuck Wicks and RaeLynn with surprise guests

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    Late Night Jam

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    The 20th annual Late Night Jam will take place at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday, June 7! 

    Of the upcoming 20th annual Jam, Marty says:
    “It’s hard to believe this is the 20th Late Night Jam. This year is no different than all the rest. The Ryman will be filled with Country Music Hall of Famers, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Musician’s Hall of Famers, Songwriter Hall of Famers, Bluegrass Hall of Famers, up and comers, and lots of laughter. It is the pirate ship show of the week. It is a one of a kind event. Not to be missed.”

    Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
    Time: 9:00 p.m. (Doors 8 p.m.)

    Location:
    Ryman Auditorium
    116 Rep. John Lewis Way North
    Nashville, TN

    ARTISTS:
    Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives, Chapel Hart, Connie Smith, Gary Mule Deer, Jake Worthington, Joe Walsh, John Oates, Sierra Ferrel, The Del McCoury Band and the Grand Ole Opry Square Dancers.

    PLUS: You never know who might show up.

    Tickets will go on sale this Friday, April 21 @ 10am CST

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    Thursday, June 8

    615 Live at True Music Room

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    615 LIVE returns to CMA Fest 2023 for the 3rd time.

    This event, which will take place during the week of CMA Music Festival, will be held Thursday, June 8, 2023 from 12-6PM and will feature performances from some of Brickshore Media’s talented roster and friends.
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    This show is free and open to the public and will be held at downtown Nashville’s most popular music venue – the True Music Room and Bar inside the Cambria Hotel. Hosted by Center Stage Magazine, this event will also be live-streamed on multiple social platforms.

    Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
    Time: Noon - 6:00 p.m.

    Location:
    True Music Room
    Cambria Hotel
    118 8th Avenue South
    Nashville, TN

    FREE - ALL AGES

    ARTISTS:
    Flynt Adams, Wade Quick, Michael Lee, Annie Vadner, Andrea Vasquez, Noelle Toland, Carlyle Griffin, Jordan Rainer, Mark Taylor, Molly Lovette, Williams Honor and Glen Templeton

    Riverhouse Takeover

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    Riverhouse Artists to Takeover the Tin Roof on Broadway during CMA Fest 2023.

    About Riverhouse: River House Artists is a forward thinking full service music company that works collaboratively with artists and songwriters to execute their musical visions while also remaining servants to the music. 

    About Tin Roof: Tin Roof is about giving musicians a place to play and a place to hang when they aren’t on stage. The tasty food, fun, eclectic environment, community of Regulars and friendly Crew have established the Roof as the place to be for musicians and non-musicians alike. Over the years, our stages have hosted the famous, the should have been famous, and everyone in between.

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 12:00 - 6:00 PM

    Location:
    Tin Roof Broadway
    316 Broadway
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 242-4446

    Artists: Old HIckory, Austin Snell, Grant Gilbert, Georgia Webster, Reid Haughton, Kasey Tyndall, Trey Lewis, Ryan Charles
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    Country on Court: Pickleball

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    LoCash to kick off CMA Fest 2023 on Thursday, June 8 with the pickleball event Country on Court: Pickleball at CMA Fest.

    They duo will host LOCASH & Friends Celebrity Pickleball Tournament at Fan Fair X inside Music City Center beginning at 2 p.m. CT.

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    Location:
    Fan Fair X
    Music City Center
    201 Rep. John Lewis Way S.
    Nashville, TN

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    Players:
    LoCash (Hosts)
    Blanco Brown
    Boy Named Banjo
    Chuck Wicks
    Colin Stough
    Dee Jay Silver
    Dustin Lynch
    Frank Ray
    King Calaway
    Matt Stell
    Megan Danielle
    Taryn Papa​

    Tickets are required for entrance to Fan FairX and are included with the CMA Festival 4-day Passes.

    Individual day and 4-day Passes for just Fan FairX are availlable on  Ticketmaster. ​

    Carly's Closet

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    Carly's Closet returns to Nashville during CMA Fest 2023. 

    "So excited to be bringing Carly’s Closet back for the 2nd year in a row at 
    #CMAFest! It has been so fun looking at all of my wardrobe and finding some good pieces for y’all to choose from. Per Johnny & June’s request, we are excited to announce the ASPCA as Carly’s Closet’s charitable partner. See y’all there!"

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 4 PM - 6 PM

    Location:
    Noelle Nashville
    200 4th Avenue N
    Nashville, TN

    All proceeds go to the ASPCA

    Live on Broadway

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    ​Live on Broadway Presented by Nashville Universe comes to the Whiskey Bent Saloon for CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: June 8
    Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Location:
    Whiskey Bent Saloon
    306 Broadway
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 401-2580

    Artists:
    Craig Wayne Boyd, Morgan Myles, Maggie Baugh, Rob Mayes, Presley Tennant, Britany Elise, Lily Grace

    ​FREE admission

    27 Live

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    27's rooftop music series, 27 LIVE, welcomes Tyler Rich & Graham Barham!

    A rooftop live concert series that elevates the Nashville live music experience with free showcases featuring Nashville's favorite and up-and-coming country and country-pop artists. Lounge at L27 Rooftop Lounge all summer and enjoy specialty cocktails and light bites at Nashville's highest rooftop bar!
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    RSVP to be placed on the list for priority entrance!
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    Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
    Time: 4:30 PM
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    Location: 
    L27 Rooftop Lounge
    The Westin Nashville
    807 Clark Place
    Nashville, TN 37203
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    About this event
    2 hours 30 minutes
    Mobile eTicket

    RSVP/Ticket places you on the list for priority entry. Subject to venue capacity and does not guarantee entry in the case of a sell-out.

    Wine Country Happy Hour

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    Join Hannah Ellis as she celebrates the release of “Wine Country” all week long at CMA Fest 2023!

    She's planning a ton of events going on during CMA week and is looking forward to hanging out with everyone.! Be sure to RSVP for the Wine Country Happy Hour

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 4:30 PM

    Location:

    One Fourteen | 120 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
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    RSVP  
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    Midtown Grind

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    Grindhouse Nashville presents Midtown Grind: a Songwriter's round at Live Oak during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbruen St
    Nashville, TN 37203
    (615) 866-9716

    FREE

    Artists.
    Adam Hood , Andrew Capra, Carson Beyer, Dakota Striplin, Janlle Arthur, Jordan Rainer, Kentucky Gentleman,
    Lance Carpenter, Landon Wall, Lexie Hayden, Sydney Mack

    Charles Esten at 3rd and Lindsley

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    Charles Esten is best known for his roles as “Ward Cameron” on the Netflix hit show Outer Banks and “Deacon Claybourne” in ABC/CMT’s Nashville.  The artist-songwriter sets the tone for the next chapter with “One Good Move” and “A Little Right Now” off his forthcoming debut album. 
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    In addition to the general admission tickets to this show, a limited number of VIP experiences will be available. The proceeds of this additional event will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, for which Charles is an Honorary Spokesperson.  This approximately 30 minute VIP experience will take place in the backstage area of 3rd & Lindsley prior to showtime and will include a Q&A, a few acoustic songs, and an individual photo with Charles Esten. 
    Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
    Time: 8:00 P.M. (doors 6:00 P.M.)

    Location:
    3rd and Lindsley
    818 3rd Ave. S
    Nashville, TN 37210
    Price: 
    General Admission: $30
    VIP: $200

    On Sale: Friday, April 14 at 12 noon CT.

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    Next Generation: Sons & Daughters of Country Legends

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    ​The line-up is out for the 11th Annual Next Generation: Sons and Daughters of Country Legends show to be held during the CMA Music Festival in Nashville.
    ​Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
    Time: 7 p.m. (Doors 6:00 p.m.)

    Location:
    The Troubadour
    2416 Music Valley Drive
    Nashville, TN 37214.

    Hosts and Performing:
    Melissa Luman
    Hawkshaw Hawkins, Jr.

    Featuring:
    Pam Tillis
    Also Appearing:
    Bunny Anderson
    Carlos Deford Bailey
    Noah and Jesse Bellamy
    Lorrie Davis Bennett
    John Carter Cash
    Jonathan Frizzel

    C. Thomas Howell
    Whey Jennings
    Jennie Eddy Jennings
    Sonny Tillis
    Sleepy Walker
    TICKETS
    $30 - General Seating 

    $35 at the door

    $200 - VIP Table of 4 SOLD OUT
    $50 per seat - sold as table package
    Also includes admission for 4

    FREE PARKING!!

    ​BUY TICKETS

    Whiskey Jam

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    THURSDAY ⁂ if you haven’t had enough Whiskey Jam this week, we’ve got good news. And now we return to Winners for our regularly scheduled program. ⁂ 8PM

    Date: Thursday, June 9
    Time: 8:00 PM

    Location
    Winners Bar & Grill 
    1913 Division St
    Nashville, TN

    (615) 340-0004

    Artists: Devon Worley Band, James Travis Dawes, Lydia Sutherland, The Lost Saints, Trey Calloway, Tyra Madison, Jacob Rice
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    Will Tubbs: Album Release

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    Will Tubbs 21st Birthday Bash/ Album Release Party ! An event you dont want to miss! 

    Will Tubbs is turning 21 come out and celebrate with him to make his birthday he wont forget 
    the icing on the cake is that he is also debuting his album Heart Break Kid!

    Dont be the one hearing about it be the one posting about it!

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 10 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

    Schedule:
    10pm-12am Dj set
    12am-1am live performance

    Location
    Bonafyde
    524 W Heiman St
    Nashville, TN 37208

    Tickets: $10 - $15

    BUY TICKETS
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    Friday, June 9

    ​FITNESS AT FEST PRESENTED BY CELSIUS®!

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    FITNESS AT FEST PRESENTED BY CELSIUS®! TRUMAV HOSTED BY WIRTH CAMPBELL AND KAITLYN BRISTOWE

    A HIIT workout with trainer Wirth Campbell and Kaitlyn Bristowe! Come join us in the heart of Nashville during CMA FEST!

    HIIT style workout that combines strength and conditioning movements that focus on building muscle and increasing stamina, helping you push past your limits and be your best self.

    A complimentary mat and fitness gifts provided by CELSIUS® and water are included with your ticket purchase.

    Gates open at 7:45am on Friday, June 9. The 45-minute workout will start at 8:15am! In the event of rain or inclement weather, the workout will move to an indoor location, and you will receive an email with the details at the address provided during checkout.

    Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the CMA Foundation and their mission to provide high-quality music education initiatives across the United States. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to participate in music!

    Date: Friday, June 9, 2023
    Time:  07:45 am - 09:00 am

    Location:
    501 Broadway
    Nashville, TN

    Tickets: $15

    Buy Tickets


    The Lovable Round

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    Creativets and Lovable Losers Music presents the Lovable Round at CMA Fest 2023!

    Come hang out and hear some of the writers behind country music’s greatest hits on June 9, from 11am-3pm at the Tin Roof.

    Date: June 9
    Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Location:
    Tin Roof Broadway
    316 Broadway
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 242-4446
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    Artists:
    Andrew Sevener, Tommy Karlas, Porter Martin, Brian Davis, Jerrod Niemann, Tyler Reeve, Martin McDaniel, 
    Chris Ferarra

    FREE

    Old Dominion

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    ​Take a walk down "Memory Lane" with Old Dominion at CMA Music Festival 2023. 

    Date: Friday, June 9
    Time: 11:00 AM

    Location:
    Acme Feed & Seed
    Third Floor
    ​101 Broadway
    Nashville, TN

    FREE

    CMT: Next Women of Country

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    ​Conversation and Performance: CMT’s Next Women of Country featuring Kimberly Kelly, Catie Offerman, MaRynn Taylor, Kasey Tyndall, and Julie Williams.

    Date: Friday, June 9, 2023
    Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

    ​Location:
    Ford Theater
    Country Music Hall of Fame
    222 Rep. John Lewis Way (5th Ave) S.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 416-2001

    FREE for members but must reserve a spot to attend.
    Non-members must purchase admission to the Hall of Fame  for this date in order to attend this event.

    TICKETS

    Jess Lee & Friends

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    Black Label Nash Presents a Special Show at Live Oak Nashville. Come join the fun June 9th for all the fun and this amazing line up (more artists TBA)
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    #cmafest #countrymusic #livemusicrocks

    Date: June 9
    Time: 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    Location:
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbruen 
    Nashville, TN

    Artists:
    Pennington (Host)

    Full Band:
    Jess Lee 
    Andrew Jannakos
    Ryan Robinette

    Acoustic:
    Sam Carter
    Hunter Chastain

    Nash Bash at Fairlane Rooftop

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    Nash Bash at the Fairlane Hotel Rooftop bar during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Thursday, June 8
    Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Location:
    Fairlane Hotel
    Rooftop
    401 Union Street
    Nashville, TN

    Artists: Alexa Goldie, Nathan Beagle, Chaz Mazzota, Dustin Seller, Josh Mack, Taylor Hughs, Nor Tirrell, Gracie Carol, Shannon O'Donnell, Presley Vaughn, Sam hass

    FREE
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    Lewis Brice Album Release8

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    ​Nashville! Join Lewis and his brother Lee on June 9 for a Product Of Release Party at Analog at Hutton Hotel! He'll be performing with his band and featuring  Lee Brice on #ProductOf! 

    Date: Friday, June 9
    Time: 6:00 PM

    Location:
    Analog at the Hutton

    1808 West End Avenue
    Nashville, TN

    Price: $10

    BUY TICKETS

    NOTE: 
    This is a 21+ event.

    Friday Night Cowboys

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    Friday Night Cowboys is a full band monthly round at Live Oak in Nashville.

    Date: Friday, June 9, 2023
    Time 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM

    Location:
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbruen 
    Nashville, TN

    NO COVER, Drink Specials.

    Artists: 
    Brittany Moore
    Andrew Tyler Brown
    Brooke Lynn
    Carver Louis
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    Saturday, June 10

    ​FITNESS AT FEST PRESENTED BY CELSIUS®!

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    FITNESS AT FEST PRESENTED BY CELSIUS®! ERIN OPREA AND JANA KRAMER STRENGTH TRAINING WORKOUT

    A strength training workout with trainer Erin Oprea and Jana Kramer! Come join us in the heart of Nashville during CMA FEST!

    Celebrity trainer, Erin Oprea, leads a sweat inducing workout right on Broadway in the heart of the Music City! She will be joined by Country Music artist Jana Kramer as they kick off your weekend in the only way they know how. A PARTY (granted, a WORKOUT PARTY, but a party CMA Fest can be proud of)!

    Be ready to get a full body workout. Erin and Jana will be there to help you get all the healthy done early so you can party the rest of the day with a healthy conscience!

    A complimentary mat and fitness gifts provided by CELSIUS® and water are included with your ticket purchase.

    Gates open at 7:45am on Saturday, June 10. The 45-minute workout will start at 8:15am! In the event of rain or inclement weather, the workout will move to an indoor location, and you will receive an email with the details at the address provided during checkout.

    Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the CMA Foundation and their mission to provide high-quality music education initiatives across the United States. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to participate in music!

    Date: 
    Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time:  07:45 am - 09:00 am

    Location:
    501 Broadway
    Nashville, TN

    Tickets: $15

    Buy Tickets

    Kittenish Meets Country

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    ​CMA Fest is around the corner! get ready for live music from amazing up and coming artists at the Nashville Kittenish Location.

    ​Date: Saturday, June 10
    Time: 11:00 AM

    Artists:
    Taylor Austin Dye, Hunter Girl, Robyn Ottolini, Mary Kutter, Tyra Madison

    Location:
    Kittenish
    304 11th Avenue S.
    Nashville, TN

    Performances followed by a Meet & Greet.

    Summer Sounds

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    ​Warner Music Nashville presents: The Summer Sounds Stage at 6th and Peabody during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Saturday, June 10
    Time: 11 AM - 7 PM
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    Location:
    6th and Peabody
    423 6th Avenue South
    Nashville, TN


    Artists: Morgan Evans, Avery Anna, Jordyn Shellhart, Tyler Braden, Charie Worsham, Drew Parker, Patrick Murphy, MIchael Ray

    FREE

    The Women of Country

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    YOU’RE INVITED to Carolyn Miller & Friends #CMAFest Show, 11:30 AM on June 10th at Live Oak! 💌 
    Hosted by People Magazine’s Dory Jackson

    Date: Saturday, June 10
    Time: 11:30 AM

    Location: Live Oak
    1530 Demonbreun
    Nashvile, TN
    37203

    Artists: Carolyn Miller, Emily Shackelton, Laci Kay Booth, Kaylin Roberson, Emily Landis, Shaylen, Sacha

    Songwriter Session: Laura Veltz

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    ​Songwriter Session with Laura Veltz at the Country Music Hall of Fame during #CMAFest. 

    Laura Veltz wrote the Grammy-nominated songs “Better Than We Found It” (Maren Morris), “Speechless” (Dan + Shay), and “The Bones” (Morris). She also wrote “Drunk Last Night” (Eli Young Band), “I Could Use a Love Song” (Morris), “Lonely Eyes” (Chris Young), “What If I Never Get Over You” (Lady A),

    She also has had songs recorded by Ingrid Andress, Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Kelly Clarkson, Ryan Hurd, Little Big Town, Demi Lovato, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Jake Owen, Carly Pearce, and Thomas Rhett. Veltz was nominated for Songwriter of the Year at the 65th annual Grammy Awards.

    Ford Theater. Included with Museum admission. Program ticket required. Free to Museum members.

    Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time: 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

    ​Location:
    Ford Theater
    Country Music Hall of Fame
    222 Rep. John Lewis Way (5th Ave) S.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 416-2001

    FREE for members but must reserve a spot to attend.
    Non-members must purchase admission to the Hall of Fame  for this date in order to attend this event.

    TICKETS

    Film Screening: Fan Fair Phenomenon 

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    ​Film Screening: Documentary around Fan Fair/CMA Fest at Country Music Hall of Fame during #CMAFest2023

    Fan Fair, now known as CMA Fest, was first held in April 1972 at Nashville Municipal Auditorium. The festival became known for providing a unique opportunity for country music fans to interact with artists. Over the years, the festival grew and, in 1982, relocated to the Tennessee State Fairgrounds.

    CMA Fest is now held in downtown Nashville. This documentary, made for the cable TV channel TNN (The Nashville Network) and hosted by LeAnn Rimes, takes viewers behind the scenes of the festival. Artists featured include Deana Carter, Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Kenny Rogers, Marty Stuart, and Pam Tillis. Sixty minutes. 

    Ford Theater. Included with Museum admission. Program ticket required. Free to Museum members.

    Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    ​Location:
    Ford Theater
    Country Music Hall of Fame
    222 Rep. John Lewis Way (5th Ave) S.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 416-2001

    FREE for members but must reserve a spot to attend.
    Non-members must purchase admission to the Hall of Fame  for this date in order to attend this event.

    TICKETS

    Tenille Townes & Friends

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    ​CALLING ALL INTERNATIONAL FANS!

    Join Tenille Townes & Friends for a FREE show at CMA Fest.

    To thank everyone who has traveled to CMA Fest from another country, Tenille Townes will be holding a FREE show at Station Inn on June 10th. Surprise guests will join Tenille at the show! 

    SPACE WILL BE LIMITED

    Register today to guarantee your spot at the show. 

    Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM CST

    Location:
    Station Inn
    402 12th Ave S
    Nashville, TN 37203, USA

    ​FREE: Must register to attend.

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    Opry Country Classics

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    ​Tickets are on sale for the Opry Country Classics show to be held at the Ryman Auditorium during CMA Fest 2023. #CMAFest #CMAFest2023 #CMA50Year.
    Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time: 3:00 p.m.

    Location: 
    Ryman Auditorium
    116 5th Avenue North
    Nashville, TN

    Tickets:
    $50 - $150 + taxes & fees

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    Artists:
    Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers 
    more TBA.
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    Country with Heart

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    ​Country with Heart returns to the Nashville Nightlife Theater on Saturday, June 10, 2023 for #CMAFest2023

    Bobby Marquez With Workout Anytime 24/7 Presents “Country With Heart” to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
    ​Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
    Time: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Location:
    Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre
    2416 Music Valley Drive
    Nashville, TN 37214

    Tickets: 
    General Admission: $35

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    ARTISTS

    ​Dennis Quaid, Johnny Rodriguez, John Berry, John Mceuen, John Schneider, Riders in the Sky, Rex Allen Jr., Barbara Fairchild, Baillie & the Boys

    Undiscovered Nashville

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    Undiscovered Nashville Showcase at CMA Fest 2023, a "Pre-Famous" songwriter showcase occurring at the Clubhouse at Sonny’s

    ​You can expect to see songwriters of different genres and the lineup changes weekly. Please come enjoy an intimate musical experience like none other in Nashville.

    Date: Saturday, June 10
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:
    The Clubhouse at Sonny's
    1322 6th Avenue N.
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 953-7846

    FREE

    Artists:  Maggie Baugh, Charlie Berry, Becca Bowen, Dylan Jacobsen, Hillary Reese, Kaylin Roberson, Twinnie
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    Black to the Roots

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    ​Slim + Husky’s Unplugged, Volume 7 - Black to The Roots
    Slim + Husky’s is focusing a light on the “next up” when it comes to Hip Hop, R&B, and diverse sounds of Black Musicians. In Volume 7 of Unplugged, vibe out with us during Black Music Month and CMA Fest week with Black to The Roots, a black country music edition. Black to The Roots, is just around the corner and we want you to be a part of it!

    This event is not just your ordinary night out - it's a celebration of Black country music! Get ready to experience the soulful tunes that will take you back to the roots of country music. 

    Guests of S+H Unplugged, Volume 7, will have the option to purchase Standing Room Only tickets on the floor, Mezzanine standing seats or reserved seating including Tables, Sofa sections, Booth and Bar Top. Please note: several ticket options include tickets for multiple guests. For example, the purchase of a 4-seater Tall Bistro Table will include 4 tickets.

    **No outside food will be allowed inside The Analog. 21 and over.

    Date: Saturday, June 10
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location:

    ​Analog at Hutton Hotel
    1808 West End Avenue
    Nashville, TN 37203

    ARTISTS:
    Jay Brown, Rvshvd, Willie Jones, Reyna Roberts and Sam Pounds

    A variety of ticket options are available: $35 - $300

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    Sunday, June 11

    Lady A

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    Lady A to hold a "Secret" Listening Session in Nashville during CMA Fest 2023.

    Date: Sunday, June 11
    Time: 2:30 PM

    Where: Nashville, TN (location details to be emailed to selected entrants next week)
    *Please note this will be filmed and photographed.

    We just got a few mixes back on some new music that we’re pretty amped up about. Thinking we should share it with y’all soon so let’s do something fun this month. How about we play a few for y’all later this month if you’re in Nashville?

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    Sunday Morning Country

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    Tickets are now on sale for Sunday Morning Country with host Brenda Lee during the CMA Music Festival in downtown Nashville.

    All tickets are General Admission again this year.

    Date: Sunday, June 11, 2023
    Time: 4:30 p.m.

    Location:
    Grand Ole Opry House
    600 Opry Mills Drive
    Nashville, Tennessee 37214
    (800) SEE-OPRY

    Prices start at $52 plus taxes and fees

    Artists:
    Host: Brenda Lee

    Also Appearing: Adam Warner, Alex Miller, Charlie McCoy, Chosen Road, Darin & Brooke Aldridge, 
    Dianne Sherrill, Girls Next Door, Holly Watson, Irlene Mandrell, John Berry, John McEuen,  Kelly Lang, 
    Margo Smith, Melanie Walker, Music City Quartet, Tennessee River Boys, The Babcocks, The Fox Brothers, 
    Tim Menzies

    Country Choral: Bev McCann, Debbie Bennet, Judy Gilbert, Mark Thomas, Peggy Inks, 

    Warm-up Show: Becky Davis-Short, David Smith, DeeJae Moon, Jeff Wisely, Keith Ital, Linda Grimes, 
    Nikki Headley, Shelton Bissell, Teresa Kitchens

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    Monday, June 12

    Bluebird on 3rd

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    The Bluebird Cafe is back at 3rd and Lindsley on June 5th! Just in time for #CMAFest2023.
    Tickets are on sale now & lineups will be announced soon!


    Date: Monday, June 12
    Time: 12:00 PM (Doors 11:00 AM)


    Location:
    3rd and Lindsley
    818 3rd Ave. S
    Nashville, TN 37210

    Songwriters:
    Brittany Moore, Cade Gillard, Mark Irwin, Lance Miller, Adam Wood
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    Prices: (does not include taxes and fees)
    General Admission: $15
    Table for 4: $80
    All Ages

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    Country Connected Takeover

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    ​Country Connected Takeover at Live Oak

    If you are extended your stay in Nashville a day longer, here is a good option for entertainment for you.

    Date: Monday, June 12
    Time: 7:00 PM

    Location: 
    Live Oak
    1530 Demonbreun
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 866-9716

    FREE

    Whiskey Jam

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    Every Monday AND Thursday night at Winner's on Division in Nashville. FREE.

    Date: Monday, June 12, 2023
    Time: 8:00 p.m.

    Location:

    Winner's Bar and Grill Nashville (web-site)
    1913 Division St
    Nashville, TN
    (615) 340-0004
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    Lineup: TBD
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