Longest-Running Country Music Festival in the World
to Feature Hundreds of Acts Throughout Four Days and Nights
CMA, SoFi and Kelsea Ballerini Launch Amplify Your Ambitions Contest
Featuring $200,000 Prize to Support Emerging Artists
Variety of Ticket Options Available
NASHVILLE — CMA Fest presented by SoFi is quickly approaching, preparing to take over downtown Nashville. The Country Music Association has announced even more performers to take the stage during the four-day festival, taking place Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 7. These additional performers are joining an already star-studded lineup featuring hundreds of the most exciting names in Country Music.
Inside Nissan Stadium, Platform Stage performances by Emily Ann Roberts, The Jack Wharff Band, Kaitlin Butts, Kat Luna, Laci Kaye Booth, Maggie Antone, Scoot Teasley, Vincent Mason, Willow Avalon and Zach John King will showcase a milestone moment for rising stars. Clay Walker, Jo Dee Messina, Rhett Akins and Sara Evans are set to open the nightly shows at Nissan Stadium, with the fun kicking off Thursday night as Caylee Hammack performs the national anthem.
The excitement keeps building at CMA Fest’s free daytime outdoor stages, with Brandon Lake bringing Cowboy Church to the Chevy Riverfront Stage – a rowdy, hope-filled Sunday morning gathering with some favorite on-fire Country artists, open to anyone who could use a little encouragement and a moment of hope. Even more stars are set to perform across the weekend, with CeCe opening festivities at the Chevy Riverfront Stage on Thursday with the national anthem, while the Dr Pepper Amp Stage will welcome Filmore on Friday as well as Gabriella Rose and Nappy Roots on Sunday. MŌRIAH will join the Chevy Vibes Stage on Thursday, followed by Love and Theft on Sunday. The Wrangler Remix Stage adds even more energy to the weekend, adding Omer Netzer on Saturday and MORGXN on Sunday.
With a variety of ticketing options available, there’s an experience for everyone, from nightly stadium concerts to free daytime performances.
- Four-Night Stadium Passes: Enjoy full access to all nightly concerts at Nissan Stadium, including performances from Country Music’s biggest stars. Passes are on sale now.
- Single-Night Stadium Tickets: Get access to a superstar-packed night of performances at Nissan Stadium on the date of your choice. Single night tickets are on sale now.
- Riverside Retreat: Upgrade your experience with VIP access to the Chevy Riverfront Stage, Dr Pepper Amp Stage and Chevy Vibes Stage offering exclusive amenities like shaded areas, mobile charging stations and air-conditioned restrooms. Plus, enjoy early entry to the Chevy Riverfront Stage and discounted beverages. Tickets are on sale now.
- Fan Fair X: Get up close with your favorite artists through exclusive meet-and-greets, shop one-of-a-kind festival merch and enjoy a variety of indoor activities at Music City Center. Tickets are on sale now and more information on programming will be coming soon.
- VIP Packages: Experience CMA Fest like never before with a VIP Package! Enjoy premium seating, backstage access and exclusive hospitality all weekend long through Elevate Experiences, an Official Experiential Hospitality Provider of CMA Fest.
- Free Outdoor Stages: Catch hundreds of artists performing throughout downtown Nashville on multiple outdoor stages. These high-energy concerts are free to attend and showcase the best of Country Music, from emerging talent to well-established stars.
Beyond incredible performances, at its heart, CMA Fest reflects the Country Music community’s shared commitment to giving back. Through the participation of artists and the broader Country Music community, a portion of proceeds from each annual CMA Fest supports the CMA Foundation’s music education initiatives nationwide. To learn more, visit CMAfoundation.org.
Building on this commitment to support the next generation of artists, SoFi has launched the Amplify Your Ambitions contest. Now through April 30, artists can enter for the opportunity to win a $200,000 grand prize or one of two $50,000 runner-up prizes. Up-and-coming artists are asked to share how these funds would help them achieve their music career ambitions, and SoFi will select three finalists to win. The grand prize winner will be selected by a panel of judges and a public vote, and will be announced on June 4 during an intimate concert in Nashville, where all three finalists will perform.
SoFi is once again proud to serve as the official bank and presenting sponsor of CMA Fest, continuing a partnership designed to inspire people to achieve financial independence through the power of music. Festivalgoers can learn more about SoFi’s premium member benefits at CMA Fest, including cash back rewards, access to the members-only SoFi Studio lounge, and ticket giveaways, by following SoFi on X and Instagram for the latest updates.
Keep up with all the latest CMA Fest news by visiting CMAfest.com, downloading the Official CMA Connect App, and following us on Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads and TikTok. Don’t forget to subscribe to CMA Country Connection emails for real-time updates.
CMA Fest will once again be filmed for a national television special to air on ABC and Hulu this summer. The special will be executive produced and written by Robert Deaton and directed by Alan Carter.