Stages

CMA Fest hosts numerous stages filled with throwback tunes, up and coming acts, today’s biggest stars and much more. Your attendance allows CMA to give back! A portion of proceeds from CMA Fest will support the CMA Foundation and their mission to shape the next generation through high quality music education. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to participate in music.

Learn more about each of CMA Fest’s stages below.

Nissan Stadium Main & Platform Stages

Experience four nights jam-packed with today’s biggest stars along with thousands of your fellow Country Music lovers at Nissan Stadium both on the Main Stage and the Platform Stage on the field. Select performances at Nissan Stadium will be featured on ABC Television Network’s three-hour special “CMA Fest,” which will air later in the summer.

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Ascend Amphitheater

Ascend Amphitheater returns to CMA Fest on Friday, June 9 with “The Cadillac Three & Friends” featuring headliner The Cadillac Three and additional performances by Boy Named Banjo, Randy Rogers Band, Elvie Shane, Tenille Townes and Special Guests!

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FOUR-NIGHT PASS OR
FAN FAIR X TICKET REQUIRED

CMA CLOSE UP STAGE

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! Each day features artist interviews, Q&As, acoustic performances, unique interactive experiences and more! Enjoy this indoor stage with seating in the comfort of air conditioning. Admission to Fan Fair X is included with the CMA Fest four-night pass or you can purchase a four-day or single-day Fan Fair X ticket(s).

FOUR-NIGHT PASS OR
FAN FAIR X TICKET REQUIRED

CMA SPOTLIGHT STAGE

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. Step out of the hot Nashville sun to enjoy this general admission, indoor stage. Admission to Fan Fair X is included with the CMA Fest four-night pass or you can purchase a four-day or single-day Fan Fair X ticket(s).

FREE

CHEVY RIVERFRONT STAGE

With a must-see lineup, the Chevy Riverfront Stage is the largest daytime stage at CMA Fest. Located at Riverfront Park on the bank of the Cumberland River, this stage is completely FREE to the public! Bring a blanket to sit back and relax, or stay on your feet while you sing along to the music. Access to this stage begins approx. one hour before the first set of each day. Gates to this stage may be closed throughout the day as crowds reach capacity, but more music is just around the corner at CMA Fest's free daytime, outdoor stages!

FREE

DR PEPPER AMP STAGE

Do you love newly charting successes, popular rising stars and crowd favorites?! Then you'll love all the artists who perform on the FREE Dr Pepper Amp Stage at Ascend Park, located behind the amphitheater! Get comfortable on the grass or dance along to your new favorite acts. Access to this stage begins approx. one hour before the first set of each day. Gates to this stage may be closed throughout the day as crowds reach capacity, but more music is just around the corner at CMA Fest's free daytime, outdoor stages!

FREE

CHEVY VIBES STAGE

The Chevy Vibes 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. Access to this stage begins approx. one hour before the first set of each day. Grab a blanket or get up close to catch a good time vibe for every generation and bob your head to tunes all day long! Gates to this stage may be closed throughout the day as crowds reach capacity, but more music is just around the corner at CMA Fest's free daytime, outdoor stages!

FREE

MAUI JIM REVERB STAGE

Located on the Southwest corner of 5th Avenue and Broadway, the Maui Jim Reverb Stage at Bridgestone Plaza is set amongst the neon lights of Nashville’s famed downtown Broadway restaurants and bars. Stop by for music all day long from Country Music’s rising stars! Access to this stage begins approx. one hour before the first set of each day. Gates may close throughout the day as crowds reach capacity, but more music is always just around the corner at CMA Fest’s free daytime, outdoor stages!

FREE

HARD ROCK STAGE

The Hard Rock Stage at Hard Rock Cafe is returning to CMA Fest in 2023! Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the Hard Rock Stage will feature free live performances Thursday, June 8 through Sunday, June 11 from 10:15 AM – 4:40 PM daily.

FREE ACTIVITIES

All daytime, outdoor stages, plus Broadway and Fan Alley (which open at 10AM daily), are free and open to the public! Plus, participate in games, activities, giveaways and more on site from CMA Fest’s official partners.