CMA Fest returns June 10-13, 2027, with nightly shows at the new Nissan Stadium. Four-night passes are on sale; the daytime stages downtown have been free.
Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year. Organizer: the Country Music Association, cmafest.com. CMA Fest box office: 1-800-CMA-FEST (262-3378), international 1-615-565-4650.
CMA Fest is Nashville’s biggest weekend: four days of free daytime stages across downtown and four nights of stadium concerts on the East Bank. The Country Music Association says it began in 1972 as Fan Fair with 5,000 fans and now draws an estimated 95,000 people a day. CMA Fest 2027 runs Thursday, June 10, to Sunday, June 13, and the night shows move to the new Nissan Stadium.
At a glance
- When: Thursday, June 10, to Sunday, June 13, 2027
- Night concerts: the new Nissan Stadium; four-night passes on sale now through SeatGeek
- Daytime stages: across downtown (free in 2026; 2027 plan not yet announced)
- Lineup: not announced yet; the 2026 daytime lineup came out March 25
- Organizer: cmafest.com, 1-800-262-3378
When
The Country Music Association’s CMA Fest site lists the 2027 dates as June 10-13. The 2026 festival ran Thursday, June 4, to Sunday, June 7.
In 2026 the CMA announced its free daytime stage lineup on March 25, in a release on the festival site. Expect the 2027 lineup on a similar timetable. We will update this page when it is out.
Tickets
From the festival’s passes and tickets page:
- Four-night stadium passes for 2027 are on sale now through SeatGeek, the official ticketing partner.
- Trip packages are sold through the festival’s preferred tour operators.
- Premium hospitality packages for 2027 are on the festival’s premium page.
In 2026 the CMA also sold single-night stadium tickets, the Riverside Retreat upgrade (shade, charging, air-conditioned restrooms and early entry at the Chevy Riverfront Stage) and Fan Fair X tickets for meet-and-greets and indoor activities at Music City Center. A four-night stadium pass included Fan Fair X. Prices are set on SeatGeek; the CMA does not publish them on its own pages.
A portion of the proceeds goes to the CMA Foundation’s music education programs.
Where: the 2026 stages
The festival footprint covers a little over 2 square miles of downtown, and the CMA says the quickest way around it is on foot. The 2026 stages, from the CMA’s lineup release and its first-timers guide:
| Stage | Where (2026) | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Nightly concerts | Nissan Stadium | Ticket |
| Chevy Riverfront Stage | Riverfront, next to Fan Alley on First Avenue | Free |
| Dr Pepper Amp Stage | Ascend Park | Free |
| Chevy Vibes Stage | Walk of Fame Park | Free |
| Good Molecules Reverb Stage | Bridgestone Plaza | Free |
| Wrangler Remix Stage | Fan Alley, First Avenue | Free |
| Fan Fair X | Music City Center | Ticket or four-night pass |
Parking and getting around
- No stadium parking in 2026. General public parking at Nissan Stadium was not available because of construction, the CMA said. It asked fans to use rideshare, reserve parking nearby in advance, or use other public parking and shuttles.
- ADA parking was not sold on-site; fans who need it emailed the festival ahead of time.
- Walk. With stages from the riverfront to Music City Center, the CMA says walking is the most efficient way to get between them.
The 2027 parking and transportation plan for the new stadium has not been published. Our getting around guide covers downtown parking and WeGo service, and our Lower Broadway guide covers the blocks around the stages.
What to know
From the CMA’s first-timers guide for 2026:
- Clear bags only: clear plastic, vinyl or PVC, no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches, plus a clutch or wallet up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Medical exceptions apply.
- Leave at home: inflatables, cameras with detachable lenses, selfie sticks, chairs, coolers, drones, firearms and weapons, flags, outside food and drinks, and umbrellas.
- Cashless: every venue and vendor takes cards or phone payments only.
- Water: free refill stations throughout the festival; bring a refillable bottle.
- Kids: the CMA calls it a family-friendly event; its FAQ covers free entry for children 2 and under.
- The app: the CMA Connect app carries the lineup, stage schedules and meet-and-greet times, which are first come, first served.
More in Nashville
CMA Fest falls about five weeks after the Iroquois Steeplechase. For the rest of the year’s live music, see our live music and nightlife guide, and for the Fourth of July on the riverfront, our fireworks guide.
Frequently asked questions
When is CMA Fest 2027?
Thursday, June 10, to Sunday, June 13, 2027, the Country Music Association says. The 2026 festival ran June 4-7.
Where are the CMA Fest night concerts in 2027?
At the new Nissan Stadium. The Country Music Association says CMA Fest 2027 is moving to the new stadium, and four-night stadium passes are on sale through SeatGeek.
Is CMA Fest free?
The nightly stadium concerts need a ticket. In 2026 the daytime outdoor stages downtown were free to attend, and Fan Fair X at Music City Center needed a ticket or a four-night pass. The 2027 daytime plan has not been announced.
What bags are allowed at CMA Fest?
In 2026, clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches, plus a small clutch or wallet up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Chairs, coolers, umbrellas and outside food and drinks were not allowed.
Where do I park for CMA Fest?
In 2026 there was no public parking at Nissan Stadium because of construction. The organizer asked fans to use rideshare, reserve nearby parking in advance or use public parking and shuttles.
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