2026 CMA Music Festival
Events by Day
(Thursday, June 4)
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.
NOTE: All Date/Times and Artists can change at any time without notice.
If you have information on other events, please contact us at [email protected]
Flyers used on this page are the ones distributed by the event organizers. No ownership is implied.
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.
NOTE: All Date/Times and Artists can change at any time without notice.
If you have information on other events, please contact us at [email protected]
Flyers used on this page are the ones distributed by the event organizers. No ownership is implied.
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.
- Spotify House at Ole Red Nashville at 10:00 a.m.
- 615 Live at Hard Rock Cafe (Reverb Room) at 11:00 a.m.
- Gibson Garage Fest at Gibson Garage at 11:00 a.m.
- Sounds Austraila at Martins BBQ at 11:45 a.m.
- BMI Block Party at PNC Plaza (The Ryman) at 12:00 p.m.
- Gravel Road Music Group at Redneck Riviera at 12:00 p.m.
- Whiskey Jam at Whiskey Row at 12:00 p.m.
- Rooftop Roundup at Luke's 32 Bridge at 1:00 p.m.
- FEM Country at Yellow Rose at 2:00 p.m.
- Nashville Underplay at 6th and Peabody at 2:00 p.m.
- BCAM Fest at Whiskey Bent at 2:30 p.m.
- Billboard Country Live at Category 10 at 3:00 p.m.
- Exit 209 at Twelve Thirty Club at 3:00 p.m.
- Jake Gill and Friends at Commodore Grill at 3:00 p.m.
- Country in Color at Nashhouse Spoon & Saloon at 3:30 p.m.
- 3 Girls Walk into a Bar at French's Boots & Shoes at 5:00 p.m.
- Melody Place Sunset Lounge at Four Seasons Nashville at 5:00 p.m.
- Broads Off Broadway at Troubadour VIP Lounge at 6:30 p.m.
- Hits and Giggles at Zanies at 7:00 p.m.
- CMA Fest Shows at The Mockingbird Theater at 7:00 p.m.
- Tomato Takeover at 3rd and Lindsley at 7:00 p.m.
- Caroline Owens at The Station Inn at 8:00 p.m.
- The Scott Brothers at City Winery at 8:00 p.m.
- Roger the Wild Child at Troubadour Nashville at 8:00 p.m.
- Quartz Hill Music Takeover at Chiefs at 8:00 p.m.
- Florida Roots Round at Commodore Grill at 8:30 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.
- Curb Fan Party with Rodney Atkins and Harper Grace at One Fourteen at 11:00 a.m.
- Drew Baldridge at Martin's BBQ at 11:30 a.m.
- Dustin Lynch at Margarittaville Hotel at 3:00 p.m.
- Russell Dickerson at Cledis Burgers & Beer (The Gulch) at 3:00 p.m.
- Allie Colleen at Friends in Low Places at 7:00 p.m.
Girls in Low Places
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Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Locaton: White Limozeen The Graduate Hotel 101 20th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 551-2700 Tickets: $60 + tax BUY TICKETS Appearing: Priscilla Block, Erin Kinsey, Mae Estes, Caylee Hammack, Tyla Rodrigues, Lauren Watkins |
Spotify House
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Spotify House returns to Ole Red Nashville for the 1st of 3 days of amazing talent. This is year 7 for spotify house. Always a fan favorite.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 a.m. (June 5) Location Old Red Nashville 300 Broadway Nashville, TN Performers for 6/4 (Schedule on Image) Ashley McBryde, Cody Johnson, Corey Kent, Emily Ann Roberts, Jelly Roll, Jon Pardi, Kameron Marlowe, Koe Wetzel, Laci Kaye Booth, Old Dominion, Two Friends, Zach John King |
615 Live
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This is a free show, open to the public and will be held on the second floor of Nashville’s most iconic venue and restaurant – the Hard Rock Cafe, located right on Broadway, alongside the Cumberland River, in the heart of downtown Nashville.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: Hard Rock Cafe (Reverb Room) 100 Broadway Nashville, TN FREE Artists: Jennifer Alvarado, Stephen Styles, Addis Luv, Randy Cobb, Bandana Cheyenna, Noelle Toland, Mark Taylor, Andrea Vasquez, Jordan Rainer, Williams Honor, Jeff Bates |
Gibson Garage Fest
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The Thursday Lineup for Gibson Garage Fest has been revealed for CMA Fest 2026. Get ready for a full day of incredible live performances and giveaways at the ultimate guitar playground:
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 11- a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: The Gibson Garage 209 10th Ave. South Suite 209 Nashville, TN 37203 This is the ultimate destination for music lovers and guitar enthusiasts alike. Don't miss it! FREE. ALL AGES |
Sounds Austraila
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Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 11:45 Location: Martins BBQ 410 4th Avenue South Nashville, TN Performances by: Austin Mackay, Brad Cox, Briana Dinsdale, Chloe Styler, Ethan Calway, Jake Davey, Kingswood, Mack Geiger, Melanie Dyer, Rachael Fahim, The Dreggs, Tori Darke, Tyla Rodrigues |
Whiskey Jam Residency
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Whiskey Jam is taking over Dierks Bently's Whiskey Row for a 3 day residency during CMA Fest 2026. Whiskey Jam is always a fan favorite not only during CMA Fest, but throughout the year
Dates: Thursday, June 4 Times: Noon - 6 p.m. Location: Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row 400 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 (629) 203 7822 Performances by: Scoot Teasley, Brandon Wisham , Batt Schuster, Laredo, Brody Clementi, Jacob Hackworth |
Gravel Road Music Group
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Gravel Road Music Group is taking over Redneck Riviera Nashville for CMA Fest for 3 days of performances. Come hang with them and American Stock Clothing Co. for some amazing original music and giveaways!!!
Dates: Thursday, June 4 Times: Noon - 4 p.m. Location: Redneck Riviera 208 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 436-4070 Performances by: Carly Rogers, Grace Gunn, Tori Martin, Maggie Thompson, Michael Pritchett Redneck Riviera is typically a 21+ venue at all times. Not sure if enforced for these showcases. |
Rooftop Roundup |
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Stem and Concord present: Rooftop Roundup at Luke Bryan's 32 Bridge Rooftop during CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location: Luke's 32 Bridge Bar Rooftop 301 Broadway Nashville, TN (615) 514-2031 Performances by: Myles Morgan, Thomason, Troy Cartwright, Conner Moye, Zachariah Smith, Faith Hopkins, Erin Kirby, Grace Tyler, Tyler Dial, Travis Bolt, Caiden Wallace RSVP |
BMI Ryman Block Party
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The fifth annual Ryman and BMI Block Party retunrs to CMA Fest 2026 The three-day free event is scheduled for June 4th through June 6th and is located at the outdoor stage on the PNC Plaza. Nashville’s prominent emerging talent will be showcased each day.
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FEM Country
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Date: Thursday, June 4
Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott 2212 12th Ave S #7 Nashville, TN 37204 (615) 234-6117 RSVP has closed, but CLICK HERE in case more tickets become available. Performances by: Kylie Frey, Mae Estes, Amanda Kate Ferris, Kasey Tyndall |
Nashville Underplay
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Nashville Underplay is bringing a artist showcase to 6th and Peabody during CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: 6th and Peabody Nashville, TN Performances by: Belles, Preston Cooper, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Schmitty, Grace Tyler, Brendan Walter |
BCAM Fest
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BCAM Fest at Whiskey Bent Saloon Kick-off Party:
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Location: Whiskey Bent Saloon 306 Broadway Nashville, TN (615) 953-2245 Performances by: Afton Prater, Ashley Jordan, Becca Bowen, Elizabeth Jo, Karissa Ella, Kat Velasco, Kirstie Kraus, Noah James, Savannah Dean, Stephen Loren Partner Round with 615 House: Andrew Bloom, Tristan McIntosh, Josiah Siska |
Billboard Country Live
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Billboard Country Live is back for 2026. Billboard Country Live will be at Category 10 for 2 great shows: June 4 and June 5. Headliners are The Red Clay Strays (June 4) and Tucker Wetmore (June 5). More artist to be announced as the dates approach.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 3:00 p.m. Location: Category 10 120 2nd Ave North Nashville, TN 37201 800-733-6779 Headliner: The Red Clay Strays Admission is FREE. All ages until 9 p.m. the 21+. In the past, RSVP did not guarantee admitance (not sure about 2026) RSVP |
Exit 209 with Storme Warren
Stories Behind the Songs
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Storme Warren hosts a weekly "songwriter round" where Nashville's most prolific writers share the stories behind their hit songs. For CMA week, an extra THREE shows have ben added.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 3 PM - 5 PM Location Twelve-Thirty Club 550 Broadway Nashville, TN Songwriters: Lee Thomas Miller, Wendell Mobley FREE |
Jake Gill and Friends
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Kick off CMA Fest with your favorite artists from across the US. Jake Gill and over 20 artists will be performing for you and their fan clubs. Admission is FREE as thank you for your support of these touring musicians.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 3:00 p.m. Location: Commodore Grill 2613 West End Avenue Nashville, TN Host: Jake Gill Performances by: Zack Haines Matthew Kane Border Town & Co. Brianna Helbling Kaity Hart |
Country in Color
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Country in Color returns Thursday, June 4th from 3:30PM–6:30PM at the incredible Nash House TN for the official Season 3 Kickoff Show and they are bringing a LOADED lineup with them.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Location: Nashhouse Spoon and Saloon 114 8th Ave South Nashville, TN 37203 (629) 234-2858 Hosts: Brei Carter & DJ Topnotch Performances by: Jacob Feltman, Shantavia Nichole, Jada Cato, Daya Dorado, Zay Grastley, Jacee, Julian Kalel, Catfish Seminar band. Presented by: EBX Productions |
3 Girls Walk into a Bar
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French's Shoes & Boots in downtown Nashville to host "3 Girls Walk into a Bar" during CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 5:00 p.m. Location: French's Shoes & Boots 126 2nd Avenue North Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 736-2934 Performances by: Kimberly Dawn Lockwood Barr Megan Barker |
Melody Place at Sunset Lounge
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Join Sara Evans and Melody Place Publishing for an unforgettable evening at the Melody Place Sunset Lounge filled with music, nestled inside the Four Seasons Hotel Nashville
Nashville-based boutique record label and publishing company Melody Place invites you to their one-of-a-kind Melody Place Sunset Lounge at the Four Seasons on June 4, from 5-8 pm in the Grand Ballroom Foyer, 5th floor at the Four Seasons Hotel Nashville. Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer Four Seasons Nashville (5th Floor) 100 Demonbruen Nashville, TN Performances by: Sara Evans, Jackie Evancho, Pia Toscano, Braden Hull, and special guests. Admission is FREE. REGISTER for you spot. *General Admission entry is based on a first come ,first serve basis. Ticket does not guarentee entry. |
Broads off Broadway
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Looking forward to the second annual Broads Off Broadway show during CMA Fest on June 4th 6:30-8:30pm Troubadour VIP Lounge (the smaller bar next to the main venue. This year we are including one “bro” on the lineup too
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Location: Troubadour VIP Lounge (small venue) 2416 Music Valley Rd Nashville, Tn (615) 889-2474 Artists: Danielle Peck, Shannon Mock Miller, Jaime Fox and Matt VanFossen play Tickets: $15 + fees BUY TICKETS |
Hits and Giggles
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Shane McAnally brings his Hits and Giggles show to Zanies Comedy Club during CMA Fest 2026 for 2 amazing shows.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Zanies Comedy Club 2025 8th Ave S Nashville, TN 37204 Tickets: VIP: SOLD OUT General Admission: $38.25 BUY TICKETS Restrictions
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Tomato Takeover
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Tomato Takeover: The Sauce is Coming hits June 4th during CMA Fest 2026 —bringing a bold mix of country music and female power to the stage
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Avenue S Nashville, TN 37210 Hosted by: Danae Hays & Bridgette Tatum Performances by: Pam Tillis , Emma Zinck , SJ McDonald and Special Guests TIckets: $18.44 - $29.76 (All Ages) BUY TICKETS |
Women of Texas Country
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Date: Thursday, Jun4 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Odie's Nashville 1919 Division Street Nashville, TN Performances by: Grace Tyler, Katrina Cain, Peyton Howie, Kylie Frey, Aniston Pate, Jenna Paulette, Amanda Kate Ferris |
CMA Fest at Mockingbird
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First of three shows to be held at the Mockingbird Theater in Franklin, TN During CMA Fest.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 8-10 p.m. Location: The Mockingbird Theater 230 Franklin Rd., Building 6 Franklin, TN 37064 (615) 429-0157 Performaces by: Shellem Cline Laila Mack TIckets: $20 BUY TICKETS |
Caroline Owens
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Caroline Owens brings her bluegrass talent to the Station Inn.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: The Station Inn 402 12th Avenue South Nashville, TN Tickets: $20 |
The Scott Brothers
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Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 7:30 P.M. Location The City Winery 609 Lafayette St Nashville, TN 37203 Tickets: $30-$55 BUY TICKETS |
Roger the Wild Child
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Roger the Wild Child Show returns for CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: The Troubadour Nashvile 2416 Music Valley Drive Nashville, Tn Hosted by: Roger the WIldchild and Patrick James Performances by: Chad Brock, Ronny Criss, Chapin Dean, Tonya Mitchell, Elliot Poston, Ashley Jordan, Jess Kellie Adams, Justin Wright, Anything But Human, Justine Blanchet, Lindsey Russell FREE |
Quartz Music Takeover |
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Once again, The Kirby Organization is set to take over Chief's on Broadway for a special CMA Fest showcase on Saturday, June 6
Date: Thursday, June 6 Time: 8:30 PM (Doors 8:00 pm) Location: Neon Steeple Chief's on Broadway 200 Broadway Nashville, TN Schedule 8:30- 9:00PM: Lou Ridley 9:15 - 9:45PM: Callie Twisselman 10:00 -10:30PM: Sundance Head 10:.45 - 11:15PM: Jenna Paulette 11:30 - 12:00PM: Thomas Gabriel General Admission Floor: FREE RESERVE your spot |
Florida Roots Round
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Forida Songwriters bring their talents to Th Commodore Grille in Nashville during CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Thursday, June 4 Time: 8:30 p.m. Location: Commodore Grille Nashville 2613 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 327-4707 Songwriters: Emma Forgette (Ocala) Cliff Dorsey (High Springs) Aaron John Clay Brooker (Waldo) |
Late Editions
Tribe Kelley
Pop-up Store 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Uncommon Jane |
Alana Springsteen
Album Release 2 pm - 5 pm The Vinyl Vault |
Tyler White & DJ Smoke
2 pm JBJ Bar |
Spirit Country
4 pm - 7 pm ACME Feed & Seed |
The Getup
Writer's Round 4 pm - 6 pm Hilltop Haven |
Stompin Grouds Kickoff Party
6 pm - 9 pm Skydeck on Broadway |
Guys on the Rise
7 pm - 12 am Live Oak Nashville |
Play Listed
7 pm The Greenlight Bar |
A Night to Save Lives
10 pm Goodnight Nashville |
Dustin Lynch
Meet & Greet Fan Alley |
Multiple Day Events
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Lucchese
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Fan Club Parties
Rodney Atkins
w/ Hannah Grace
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Darryl Worley
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Drew Baldridge
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Russell Dickerson
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Allie Colleen
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Bluebird Cafe
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Location:
4104 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215 Phone: (615) 383-1461 |
Everyday, the Bluebird hosts 2 show: 6 p.m. & 9 p.m.sit Click HERE to Visit the BLUEBIRD section of our "by location" page for more details
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The Listening Room
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Location:
The Listening Room 618 4th Avenue South Nashville, TN |
Multiple times per day, The Listening Room has Writer's Rounds of 2 - 4 songwriters. Click HERE to Visit The Listening Room section of our "by location" page for more details.
Hannah Ellis & Friends
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Joybeth Taylor & Friends
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Jimmy Robbins & Friends
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