CMA Fest 2025: The Ultimate Country Music Experience You Can Join from Anywhere
CMA Fest 2025 is officially here and Nashville’s already bursting with fans, guitars, cowboy boots, and the kind of country music energy that feels electric. Running June 5–8, it’s four days of massive performances, free outdoor stages, surprise guest sets, and meet-and-greets that bring fans closer than ever to the artists they love.
But here's the thing: not everyone lives in Nashville. That doesn't mean you have to miss it.
This year’s CMA Fest is the most accessible yet, and we’re breaking down everything you need to know whether you’re flying out, streaming from your couch, or planning ahead to catch the best highlights once they hit the web.
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What’s Happening at CMA Fest 2025?
You’ve got:
Nissan Stadium main stage sets featuring headliners like Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Keith Urban, and Brooks & Dunn
Free daytime performances across downtown open to everyone
Fan Fair X, a whole convention-center-sized experience where fans meet artists, buy merch, and go deep on country culture
Surprise pop-ups and collab sets (yes, expect those "they did not just show up together" moments)
If you're there in person, check out all the stage maps and ticket info on the official CMA Fest site.
How to Watch CMA Fest from Home
Yes. And you absolutely should.
Even if you can’t make it to Nashville, you won’t miss the big moments.
Here’s how to tune in:
ABC Broadcast:
“CMA Fest presented by SoFi” airs Thursday, June 26 at 8/7cStream on Hulu:
The ABC special hits Hulu the very next day so you can rewatch or catch it when you’re ready.International Access:
If you're outside the U.S., stream it through:STAN (Australia)
CTV (Canada)
NRK.tv (Norway)
BBC iPlayer (UK)
YouTube Content
While the full event won’t be livestreamed on YouTube, the Country Music Association’s official YouTube channel will post:
Performance recaps
Highlight reels
Behind-the-scenes footage
Artist interviews
Check out their CMA Fest 2025 playlist for updated video content after the event.
What Tickets Are Still Available?
You don’t need a badge to have a good time, but if you’re aiming for the main stage or the full VIP experience, here’s what’s on the table:
Single-Night Stadium Tickets: Great if you want to pop in for just one major night
Four-Day Passes: Includes all nightly Nissan Stadium performances
Riverside Retreat: A luxury add-on with shaded areas, exclusive bars, and private views
Official App = Fan Cheat Code
If you’re going or just want to follow along, download the CMA Connect App it’s where they drop stage times, artist lineups, and surprise schedule changes in real time.
Not Just a Festival — A Fundraiser for Music Education
One of the coolest things about CMA Fest? 100% of ticket proceeds support music education.
Thanks to the CMA Foundation, this fest has raised over $30 million to support programs in schools across the country especially in underserved areas.
When you show up (online or IRL), you’re helping the next generation of artists find their voice.
Can’t Be There? Follow the Hype Anyway
We’ll be posting recaps, clips, and curated video embeds of the biggest CMA Fest moments right here on CherryHill Records as they go live — including:
Iconic collab performances
Emerging artist stages
Crowd energy clips
Artist interviews from Fan Fair X
Even after June 8, we’ll keep updating our CMA Fest media thread so our readers can keep riding the wave.
*media thread not yet available* as of 06/05/25
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re tuning in on Hulu, planning a spontaneous road trip to Nashville, or just vibing from a distance, CMA Fest 2025 is an experience that brings the country music world together in one big moment. Stay tuned, stay loud, and don’t be surprised if your favorite performance ends up living in your head rent-free all summer.
