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2023 Stage Schedules
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​Visit my CMA Essentials Page for a complete list of items to consider.

Every year there are many stages setup in Downtown Nashville. From Daily shows inside Music City Center (ticket required for entry) to stages up and down broadway and beyond (free stages) to the nightly shows at Nissan Stadium (4-day pass required), there is something for everyone.

NOTE: Times and Artists are subject to change without notice.

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Stage Schedules are generally released in the Spring. Stage names and locations may change from year-to-year. The below represents past stages and are shown for as place holder only and does not imply they  will exist in the coming year.
 

Inside Music City Center

Entry for these shows require a 4-day pass or a special Music City Center (Fan Fair pass). If you have the 4-day pass, you do NOT need to purchase additional admission. Currently, only the Close-up Stage is listed for 2022. Will keep placeholders for now.
  • Close-up
  • Spotlight
  • Broadway and Beyond

    These shows are free and open to the public. You do not need a 4-day pass to attend. However, 4-day Pass Holders do get early admission into the Riverfront Concert area. Acoustic Corner is not currently listed for 2022.
  • Maui Jim Reverb Stage
  • Chevy Vibes
  • Dr. Pepper Amp
  • Chevy Riverfront
  • Hard Rock
  • CMA Festival Nights

    These stages require separate admission tickets. For Nissan Stadium, you must have  one of the 4-day passes issued by CMA Fest. Th Firestone stage requires separate tickets for each night. The Firestone stage is NOT included with the 4-Day Passes.
  • Ascend Ampitheatre
  • Nissan Stadium
  • Hard Rock Nights
  • Other Stages

  • Assembly Hall
  • Margaritaville
  • Ryman Plaza
  • Spotify House
  • Whiskey Row
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    Inside Music City Center

    Close-Up

    ​Get up close with your favorite Country artists and celebrities on the daytime CMA Close Up Stage, located in Fan Fair X inside Music City Center!
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    Spotlight

    Discover your new favorites at CMA Fest by visiting the daytime CMA Spotlight Stage, located in Fan Fair X inside Music City Center. This stage showcases a wide variety of more than 50 emerging acts performing acoustic sets​
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    Broadway and Beyond

    Maui Jim Reverb Stage

    Located on the Southwest corner of 5th Avenue and Broadway.  Stop by for music all day long from Country Music’s rising stars! Access to this stage begins one hour before the first set of each day. 
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    Chevy Vibes

    ​The Stage at Walk of Fame Park is home to FREE daytime music by a variety of artists. While you're there, check out the Music City Walk of Fame on Nashville’s Music Mile, a landmark tribute to those who have contributed to the world through song. 
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  • Ascend Park

    FREE Dr Pepper Amp Stage at Ascend Park, located behind the amphitheater! 
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    Chevy Riverfront

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    With a must-see lineup, the Riverfront Stage is the largest daytime stage at CMA Fest. Located at Riverfront Park on the bank of the Cumberland River, this stage is FREE to the public except as noted below.

    NEW in 2022 was RiverRetreat.
    ✓ Brand new hill area with exclusive and guaranteed admission to Chevy Riverfront Stage
    ✓ Shade, tailgate games, food and beverages, outdoor furniture, charging stations and more
    ✓ Exclusive air-conditioned comfort stations

    You do NOT need to buy the RiverRetreat ticket. It is an "add-on" with the perks listed above.
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    Hard Rock

    This stage is setup outside the Hard Rock Cafe' located at 100 Broadway Ave. CMA returns to hosting this daytime stage after being run by an independent promoter the past few years.
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    CMA Festival Nights

    Ascend Amphitheatre

    The Ascend Amphitheater Stage returns to CMA Fest on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights! Each night is packed with amazing Country Music from your favorites. Tickets are required for admission. This stage is NOT included with your 4-day pass.
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    Nissan Stadium

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    Boot Barn House at Hard Rock Cafe

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    Boot Barn announces the inaugural takeover of the Hard Rock Cafe Nashville June 8-11.

    Fans can catch their favorite artists performing at The Boot Barn House Hard Rock stage, which will have back-to-back performances Thursday, June 8 through Sunday, June 11 from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. CST. 
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    Other Stages

    ACME

    ​Sony Nashville 3rd Floor Takeover

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    Excited to announce that #SMNLive at Acme Feed & Seed is BACK, amplified by Country Now! The best part? Besides getting to hang with your favorite artists--it's FREE! 🤠

    ​Text NASHVILLE to 615-819-4001 for exclusive details & updates and swipe 👉 to see what we’ve got lined up for y’all!
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    Assembly Hall

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    ​The Nash News is excited to announce the lineup for their Nash News Takeover series of songwriter shows June 8 through 11 at Assembly Food Hall in downtown Nashville to take place during the CMA Music Festival. The shows are free and indoors. Assembly Food Hall is located within the Fifth & Broadway complex at 5036 Broadway at 5th Avenue.

    ​For updates, follow and subscribe to The Nash News at 
    thenashnews.com.

    The Nash News’ Takeover of Assembly Food Hall will feature over 100 rising and independent artists across their North Hall and South Hall stages. Artists will perform 45-minute acoustic sets, or in writer’s round format showcasing original music to festival goers.
     
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    SiriusXM at Margaritaville

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    Since we don't have set times for most of the artists, they are listed in alpha order.
     
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  • Ryman Plaza

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  • Spotify House at Ole Red Nashville

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    Whiskey Row

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