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CMA Fest

Nashville, TennesseeJun · 4 days

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Official website

CMA

Beginner score

5/5 · Book it this weekend

Lodging

No camping

Price range

$$$$

Crowd size

Mega

Season

Summer

Region

South

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The vibe

A downtown Nashville takeover featuring stadium headliners and free daytime country stages.

Expect a multi-genre lineup with a high energy, city, and massive spectacle feel. No camping.

Good fit for

Country fans. Great first festival.

Maybe not for

Heads up before you go: heat, crowds, and premium hotels.

Music and genre notes

Primary genre is Multi-Genre, with Multi-Genre in the mix. Lineups change every year, so treat Multi-Genre, Multi-Genreas the festival's enduring sound rather than a promise about any single artist.

Travel and lodging notes

Held in Nashville, Tennessee (South region). No camping and hotel-based stays work well. Book lodging early for popular weekends and confirm details on the official site.