STAGES & BROADWAY
CMA Fest is all about the music from across the Country spectrum! Whatever your style, we’ve got you covered with SEVEN daytime stages and TWO nighttime stages. Learn more about each music-packed stage.
VIEW THE STAGESCMA Fest Guide for First Time Attendees
WELCOME TO CMA FEST PRESENTED BY SOFI! We’re so happy you’re coming to Nashville for The Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience. Your attendance directly supports students nationwide! A portion of the proceeds are donated to the CMA Foundation whose mission is to give every child access to quality music education.
There’s a lot going on in downtown Nashville during CMA Fest, so we’ve put together some helpful info below to help you navigate:
PASSES & TICKETS
We offer several pass and ticket options to fit exactly what you’re looking for. From the complete CMA Fest experience with the CMA Fest Four-Night Stadium Pass to a single-day Fan Fair X ticket, we’ve got it all!
All passes and tickets are mobile for a convenient and secure experience. So, all you need during the event is your phone!
SEE ALL PASS & TICKET OPTIONSLINEUPS & SCHEDULE
Four days, four nights of jam-packed music with your fellow die-hard Country fans - that's what CMA Fest is all about! As the festival approaches, artist lineups and stage schedules will be announced in the CMA Connect App where you can build your personalized schedule so you won't miss a second!
DOWNLOAD THE APPOFFICIAL MERCHANDISE
Start living your Fest life by getting 10% off when you pre-order our official CMA Fest merch bundle online or in the CMA Connect App! Stay tuned for more items soon! Plus, we'll have multiple shop locations throughout the festival grounds.
PRE-ORDER
CMA CONNECT APP & CMA FAN ACCESS
The NEW CMA Connect App is the one-stop shop for all things CMA Fest!
• Lineups & stage schedules
• Festival maps
• Official merch & playlists
• FREE STUFF with CMA Fan Access – By scanning QR codes on-site in the app, you’ll be entered for chances to win awesome prizes. The more QR codes you scan, the better prizes you’re eligible to win! Best of all, it’s totally FREE.
• AND MORE!
Download it from the Apple Store or Google Play and turn on notifications to stay up-to-date!
DOWNLOAD THE APP
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
We know attending CMA Fest presented by SoFi for the first time is thrilling, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. So much to do, so little time, right?! Before you get to Nashville, here are some important things to know:
FEST NAVIGATION
The CMA Fest footprint extends a little over two square miles, so there’s a lot of ground to cover! The most efficient way to get around is by foot. Maps are available here, and in the CMA Connect App.
GET AROUNDFOOD & BEVERAGE
Stay fueled throughout the four days with food & beverages at all CMA Fest stages and venues! Plus, water refill stations are located throughout the festival. Food & beverage locations will be added to the map closer to the festival.
VIEW MAPSCASHLESS LOCATIONS
CMA Fest venues and vendors are cashless, so don’t forget to pack your credit/debit cards or set up Apple Pay/Google Pay on your phone.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
CMA Fest is a family friendly event! Read our FAQs for details about children age 2 and under attending for free.
FAQSPROHIBITED ITEMS
There are a few things you'll need to leave at home. These include, but are not limited to: inflatables, cameras with detachable lenses/selfie sticks, chairs, coolers, drones, firearms and weapons, flags, outside food & beverage, umbrellas. For the complete list, please reference our Prohibited Items List and Event Policy.
FAQS & INFO BOOTHS
Didn't find what you expected on this page? Still have questions? Need accommodations for attendees with disabilities? Visit our FAQs for more or click the “Need Help?” button to interact with our CMA Fest Virtual Assistant! Plus, you can stop by our information booths on-site at the festival.
FAQS
FAN FAIR X
Meet & greets, music, merch and more!
CMA Fest was founded as Fan Fair in 1972 as a way for fans to connect with the artists they love!
- The tradition continues inside Fan Fair X at Music City Center! Your four-night stadium pass includes admission, or you can purchase a four-day or single-day Fan Fair X ticket.
- All Meet & Greet lines are first-come, first-served. The full schedule of sessions will be released in the CMA Connect App!
- Plus, artists can also drop by at a moment’s notice to meet fans, so make sure you stay connected by turning on notifications in the CMA Connect App to be in the know!
WHAT TO PACK
In addition to your clear bag and refillable water bottle, here are some things we recommend you pack:
- Phone with CMA Connect App downloaded & tickets ready! Plus a phone charger or external battery.
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
- Boots made for walkin’ (but, really, any comfortable shoe)
- Rain coat or poncho, just in case
- Photo ID for alcohol purchases
SUSTAINABILITY
We’re doing our part to be responsible humans on Mother Earth and want to share our efforts with you. Some of these we’ve been doing for many years (and you just didn’t know it)!
- Free Hydration Stations throughout the festival to encourage multiple-use containers and reduce single-use plastic
- Donating unused backstage catering to community organizations through Musically Fed that are comprised of at least 50% veterans and who focus on feeding the food insecure
- Diverting waste to reduce garbage going to landfills, which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and environmental pollution
- Serving food & beverage at outdoor vendors using compostable service ware
EXPLORE NASHVILLE
We know one reason people travel to CMA Fest for the first time is to visit our home city of Nashville, Tennessee! Whether you’re an explorer or plan to stay around downtown, there’s a ton to do and see. Our friends at Visit Music City have recommendations for first timers, including what landmarks & music venues to see, attractions to do, neighborhoods to stroll through and more while you’re here!
NASHVILLE FOR FIRST TIMERS
