The world’s longest-running country music festival is returning to Nashville in June.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 06: Shaboozey performs on the main stage during CMA Fest 2025 at Nissan Stadium on June 06, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
Hosted by the Country Music Association, CMA Fest is a four-day celebration with performances by some of country music’s biggest stars. This year, nightly concerts will include performances by Bailey Zimmerman, Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Deana Carter, Ella Langley, Gretchen Wilson, HARDY, Jason Aldean, Jordan Davis, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, The Red Clay Strays, Riley Green, Russell Dickerson, Shaboozey, Tim McGraw, Tucker Wetmore, Zach Top, The Band Perry and Stephen Wilson Jr.
This list doesn’t include everyone who will perform during the summer festival, as the festival says more names will be announced at a later date.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 08: Ella Langley performs on the Chevy Riverfront stage during day four of CMA Fest 2025 on June 08, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Danielle Del Valle/Getty Images)
Jason Aldean expressed excitement to be included in the event on Facebook, writing, “JUST ANNOUNCED! We’re playing CMA Fest this June in support of CMA Foundation and their mission to shape the next generation through music education. See u guys there.” Ella Langley commented on the Country Music Association’s Instagram post, “Can’t wait!!,” while The Band Perry wrote, “PARTY TIME!!!!” and Deana Carter said, “I’m so excited!”
What started in 1972 with just 5,000 attendees has grown to a massive annual event, currently boasting 95,000 visitors each day, according to a press release. For those who can’t attend the event in person, ABC and Hulu will air a special featuring the performances.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – JUNE 08:{ } Zach Top performs on the main stage during CMA Fest 2025 at Nissan Stadium on June 08, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
A portion of the CMA Fest’s proceeds goes to supporting the association’s music education efforts.
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