2026 CMA Music Festival
Events by Day
(Saturday, June 6)
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 Saturday, June 6
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Ariat Fest at Ariat Nashville at 10:00 a.m.
- MCA Takeover at Skydeck at 10:00 a.m.
- Spotify House at Ole Red Nashville at 10:00 a.m.
- BCAM Fest at Tin Roof Broadway at 10:00 a.m.
- Nashville Entertainment Artist Showcase at Commodore Grill at 11:00 a.m.
- Gravel Road Music Group at Redneck Riviera at 12:00 p.m.
- Musicians Corner at Centinial Park at 12:00 p.m.
- Songwriter Session: Byron Hill at CMHOF at 12:00 p.m.
- Three Chords Over Broadway at Teddy's Tavern at 12:00 p.m.]
- Whiskey Jam at Whiskey Row at 12:00 p.m.
- BMI Block Party at The Ryman at 12:10 p.m.
- Backstage Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley at 12:30 p.m.
- Sony Music Takeover at 6th and Peabody at 1:00 p.m.
- Opry 100 at The Ryman at 2:00 p.m.
- Country in Color II at Whiskey Bent Saloon at 3:00 p.m.
- Exit 209 at Twelve Thirty at 3:00 p.m.
- Country with Heart at Nashville Nightlife at 5:00 p.m.
- Nashville Tequilla Festival at OneC1ty at 5:00 p.m.
- CMA Showcase at The Mockingbird Theater at 7:00 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.
- The Kirby Takeover at Chief's on Broadway at 8:00 p.m.
- Trey Lewis Live at Five Iron Golf at 8:00 p.m.
- Josh Ross at Barstool Nashville at 9:00 p.m.
- Wynonna at The Bluebird Cafe at 9:00 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Ian Munsick at Urban Cowboy Bar at 9:00 a.m.
- Lauren Alaina at Studio A (Grand Ole Opry) at 11:00 a.m.
- Shelly Fairchild at The Local at 2:00 p.m.
- Spotify House at Old Red Nashville at 10:00 a.m.
- Ariat Fest at Ariat Nashville at 10:00 a.m.
- BCAM Fest at Tin Roof Broadway at 10:00 a.m.
- Nashville Entertainment Artist Showcase at Commodore Grill at 11:00 a.m.
- Gravel Road Music Group at Redneck Riviera at 12:00 p.m.
- Musicians Corner at Centinial Park at 12:00 p.m.
- Songwriter Session: Byron Hill at CMHOF at 12:00 p.m.
- Three Chords Over Broadway at Teddy's Tavern at 12:00 p.m.
- Whiskey Jam at Whiskey Row at 12:00 p.m.
- Backstage Nashville at 3rd and Lindsley at 12:30 p.m.
- Sony Music Takeover at 6th and Peabody at 1:00 p.m.
- Opry 100 at The Ryman at 2:00 p.m.
- Country in Color II at Whiskey Bent Saloon at 3:00 p.m.
- Country with Heart at Nashville Nightlife at 5:00 p.m.
- Nashville Tequilla Festival at OneC1ty at 5:00 p.m.
- CMA Showcase at The Mockingbird Theater at 7:00 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.
- Kirby Takeover at Chiefs at 8:00 p.m.
- Chip Esten Live at The Franklin Theatre (Franklin, TN) at 8:00 p.m.
- Trey Lewis Live at Five Iron Golf at 8:00 p.m.
- Josh Ross at Barstool Nashville at 9:00 p.m.
- Wynonna at The Bluebird Cafe at 9:00 p.m.
In addition to the Events above, the following Fan Club Parties are scheduled. See FAN CLUB page for details.
- Ian Munsick at Urban Cowboy Bar at 9:00 a.m.
- Lauren Alaina at Studio A (Grand Ole Opry) at 11:00 a.m.
- Shelly Fairchild at The Local at 2:00 p.m.
Ariat Fest
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Ariat Fest returns to CMA Fest with a series of in store appearance
Dates: Saturday, June 6 Times: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Ariat Nashville 5034 Broadway Place C107 Nashville, TN, United States, 37203 Performances by: Nicole Renee, Ian Payne, Macy Dot, Ingrid Griffin, Elisabeth Ann, Chris Collins, Hwy' 94, Sarah Bossetti, Charly Reynolds |
BCAM Fest
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BCAM Fest at Tin Roof Broadway
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Location: Tin Roof Broadway 316 Broadway Nashville, TN (615) 242-4446 Performances by: Carman Collins, El Mosley, Grace Maher, Jillian Eliza, Joey Banua, Maxfield , Noah Hunton, Paige Davis, Pretty In Panic, Sunshine James Partner Round with Lex Lynne: Atlus , Jon Wayne Hatfield, Lil Man J, Somewhere Blue, Tatum Scot, The Lockhearts |
MCA Takeover
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Dates: Friday, June 5 & Saturday, June 6
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily Location: Skydeck on Broadway 5055 Broadway Nashville, TN Hosted by: Girls in Low Places SCHEDULE Saturday, June 6: 4:00 p.m. Wyatt Flores 5:00 p.m. Little Big Town REGISTER
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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: Saturday, June 6 Time: 10 a.m. - 2 a.m. (June 5) Location Old Red Nashville 300 Broadway Nashville, TN Performers for 6/6 (Schedule on Image): Carter Faith, Charles Wesley Godwin, Cole Swindell, Dan + Shay, Dasha, Josh Ross, Kane Brown. Luke Bryan, Midland. Russell Dickerson, Shaboozey, The Band Perry, Tyler Braden |
Nashville Entertainment Artist Showcase
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Hosted by Jill Santibanez & Tj Cates
Audio Engineer: Debi Champion Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 11:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Location: The Commodore Grille (located inside Holiday Inn Vanderbilt) 2613 West End Ave. Nashville, TN, 37203 FREE ADMISSION (must spend $10 on Food/Beverages to get Parking Validated) ARTISTS: TBA |
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: Friday, June 6 Times: Noon - 4 p.m. Location: Redneck Riviera 208 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 436-4070 Performances by: Justin Biltonen, MIka Lynch, Connor McCutcheon, Jason Brownie Redneck Riviera is typically a 21+ venue at all times. Not sure if enforced for these showcases. |
Musicians Corner
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Since 2010, Musicians Corner has provided free public access to live music in the heart of Music City. Located in beautiful Centennial Park, the series generally takes place in May / June and September each year.
Over 1,500 artists have been showcased on the Musicians Corner stage, including legendary artists Emmylou Harris, Chris Stapleton, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Vince Gill, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Musicians Corner is a program of Centennial Park Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to preserve, enhance, and share the Parthenon and Centennial Park.
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Songwriter Session
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Songwriter's Session with Byron Hill at the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Location: Country Music Hall of Fame 222 Rep. John Lewis Way Nashville, TN Free to Members. Free with Museum Admittance but need to reserve a spot. MORE INFO |
Three Chords Over Broadway
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Nashville Universe returns to Teddy's Tavern for "Three Chords Over Broadway" during CMA Fest 2026. This is a great way to hear up-and-coming independent artist perform.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: Noon - 3 p.m. Location: Teddy's Tavern 104 Rep. John Lewis Way South Nashville, TN Hosted by: Kirstie Kraus Performances by: Kyler Sullivan, Macartney Reinhardt, Jet Jurgensmeyer, Brian John Harwood, Lach Thorton, Bella Lam, Eli Mosley, Alex Graham, Kelly Mctigue, Arbor North FREE |
Whiskey Jam
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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: Saturday, June 6 Times: Noon - 6 p.m. Location: Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row 400 Broadway Nashville, TN 37201 (629) 203 7822 Performances by: Sela Campbell, Aniston Pate, Rhys Rutherford, Cody Lohdan, ATLUS, Bendan Walter |
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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Backstage Nashville
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Hear country music’s biggest songs and the stories behind them at Nashville’s daytime hit songwriters show. Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 12:30 p.m. (doors 11:00 a.m.) Location: 3rd and Lindsley 818 3rd Avenue South Nashville, Tn Songwriters: Gordie Sampson, Jill Colucci, Jordan Dozzi, Tenille Townes, Gloria Anderson Tickets: $32.45 - $47.29 BUY TICKETS |
Sony Music Takeover
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Sony Music Publishing takes over 6th and Peabody on Saturday, June 6 for CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: 6th and Peabody 423 3rd Ave South Nashville, TN (615) 647-8272 Hosted by: Drew Morgan Performances by: Frankie Ballard, Ryan and Rory, Patrick Murphy, Bryce Leatherwood, Scout Speer FREE |
Country in Color II
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Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Location: Whiskey Bent Saloon 3rd Floor 306 Broadway Nashville, TN Hosted by Brie Carter & DJ Topnotch615
Come early. Stay late. Party in Color. 🎸 |
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: Saturday, June 6 Time: 3 PM - 5 PM Location Twelve-Thirty Club 550 Broadway Nashville, TN Songwriters: Gordie Sampson, Leslie Satcher, Johnny Clawson FREE |
CMA Fest at the Mockingbird Theater
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Last of three shows to be held at the Mockingbird Theater in Franklin, TN During CMA Fest.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 7-10 p.m. Location: The Mockingbird Theater 230 Franklin Rd., Building 6 Franklin, TN 37064 (615) 429-0157 Performaces by: Kirbi, Ty Smith, Loriane Moxham, Ryan O'Neill TIckets: $20 BUY TICKETS |
Opry 100 at The Ryman
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Multiple Shows occur thruout the week at the Grand Ole Opry.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: The Ryman Auditorium 16 Rep John Lewis Way North Nashville, Tennessee Artists: Morgan Myles, Pam Tillis, Chancey Williams Visit our OPRY PAGE for more details on individual shows. 
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Country with Heart
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The 12th Annual Country With Heart for St. Jude Benefit is the ultimate fan experience during country music's biggest week. Starring Hall of Fame & Grand Ole Opry Entertainers with Dinner & Auction to raise money for St. Jude. Sponsored by Workout Anytime 24/7,Springer Mountain Farms and The Legends of Country Music Museum.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Location: Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater 2416 Music Valley Drive Nashville, TN 37214 (615) 885-4747 Hosted by: Bobby Marquez Emcee: Jennifer Herron Appearing: Suzy Boggus, Riders In The Sky, Becky Hobbs, Barbara Fairchild, Charlie McCoy, Jason Coleman, The Whites, Rex Allen Jr. and David Wills Tickets: $45 BUY TICKETS |
Nashville Tequilla Festival
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While not music related, I decided to include it here to give Tequilla Fans (like me) a different option to the nightly concerts and Honky Tonks of Broadway. About: Your favorite tequila festival is back, and this time it’s heating things up in June. Nashville Tequila Festival is the ultimate summer celebration with 50+ varieties of tequila and tequila-based cocktails. Attendees will dance the night away with the DJ, explore the Mixology Tequila Cocktail Competition, savor food from local vendors, and capture memories with fun photo ops throughout the space. Your ticket includes 12 tequila tastings and access to all the fun and entertainment. MUST be 21+ to attend Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 6 P.M. Location: oneC1TY 8 City Boulevard Suite 402 Nashville, TN Tickets: General Admission: $55 VIP: $99 BUY TICKETS |
Opry 100
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Multiple Shows occur thruout the week at the Grand Ole Opry.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Grand Ole Opry House 600 Opry Mills Dr Nashville, Tennessee 37214 Artists: Rhett Akins, Suzy Bogguss, Pam Tillis Visit our OPRY PAGE for more details on individual shows. 
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Nashville Symphony
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Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 9:30 pm (performance at 7:30 p.m.) FREE Location: Two Rivers Mansion 3130 McGavock Pk. Nashville, TN 37214 |
Chip Esten Live
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Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: VIP: 6:00 p.m. Showtime: 8:00 p.m. (Doors 7:00 p.m.) Location: 419 Main Street Franklin, TN 37064 (615) 538-2076 TICKETS |
The Kirby Takeover
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The Kirby Takeover returns to Cheifs on Broadway for CMA Fest 2026.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: The Neon Steeple 200 Broadway Chiefs on Broadway FREE Performances by: Lou Ridley, Callie Twisselman, Sundance Head, Jenna Paulette, Thomas Gabriel RESERVE a spot |
Trey Lewis
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Catch Trey Lewis and Matt Mckinney live for an epic night of good vibes and great music in person at Five Iron Golf during CMA Fest 2026. Various pricing options available.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Location: Five Iron Golf Nashville 202 21st Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203 Headliner: Trey Lewis Also Performing: Matt Mckinney Tickets: From $25.44 - $587.58 BUY TICKETS MORE INFO |
Josh Ross
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Second of 3 special performances at Barstool Nashville during CMA Fest.
Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 10:00 p.m. Location: Barstool Nashville 123 2nd Ave South Nashville, TN 37201 RSVP for General Admission FREE Please note: An RSVP does not guarantee entry. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early to secure your spot. |
Wynonna
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Date: Saturday, June 6 Time: 9:00 p.m. Location: The Bluebird Cafe 4104 Hillsboro Pike Nashville, TN BUY TICKETS |
Late Editions
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Fan Club Parties
Ian Munsick
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Lauren Alaina
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Shelly Fairchild
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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.
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