Lineups Announced for 2025 CMA Fest

 Posted by at 7:04 pm on March 26, 2025
Mar 262025
 

The world’s longest-running Country Music festival returns Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8, and the Country Music Association is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable experience for music fans from around the globe. For the first time, CMA Fest welcomes SoFi as its presenting sponsor, part of a multi-year partnership as the official bank and financial services partner of the festival. From megastars lighting up Nissan Stadium each night to the electric atmosphere of Broadway and sweeping views along the Cumberland River, Nashville will be the ultimate backdrop for four days and nights of extraordinary performances from hundreds of Country Music acts across 10 stages.

Expect the unexpected at Nissan Stadium each night, where fans can experience never-before-seen collaborations and surprise performances from some of Country Music’s biggest stars. This year’s lineup includes Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, Jordan Davis, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Rascal Flatts, The Red Clay Strays, Darius Rucker, Shaboozey, Blake Shelton, Zach Top, Keith Urban and Bailey Zimmerman. Additional performers will be announced in the coming weeks.

Taking the Chevy Riverfront Stage are Country hitmakers Gavin Adcock, Tanner Adell, Cooper Alan, Drew Baldridge, Sam Barber, Gabby Barrett, George Birge, Tyler Braden, Colbie Caillat, Ashley Cooke, Dasha, Jackson Dean, Marcus King, Randall King, Brandon Lake, Chris Lane, Ella Langley, Maddie & Tae, Dylan Marlowe, Kameron Marlowe, Max McNown, Midland, Megan Moroney, Ian Munsick, RaeLynn, Redferrin, Josh Ross, Conner Smith, Austin Snell, Alana Springsteen, Thelma and James, Tigirlily Gold, The War And Treaty, Hudson Westbrook and Tucker Wetmore. MŌRIAH will kick off the Chevy Riverfront Stage on Thursday morning performing the national anthem.

The Dr Pepper Amp Stage at Ascend Park features a stellar lineup with Rodney Atkins, Frankie Ballard, Casey Barnes, Danielle Bradbery, Blanco Brown, T. Graham Brown, Karley Scott Collins, Billy Dean, Tyler Farr, Filmore, Josh Gracin, Ty Herndon, Braxton Keith, Erin Kinsey, Lakeview, Edwin McCain, John Morgan, Kylie Morgan, Jerrod Niemann, Jamie O‘ Neal, Mason Ramsey, Owen Riegling, Emily Ann Roberts, Reyna Roberts, Kaylee Rose, Shaylen, Sister Hazel, Iam Tongi, U.S. Navy Band Country Current, Darryl Worley, Charlie Worsham and Jake Worthington.

The Chevy Vibes Stage at Walk of Fame Park is packed with performances from Angie K, Graham Barham, Blessing Offor, Craig Campbell, Dillon Carmichael, Mackenzie Carpenter, Ashland Craft, Kashus Culpepper, Dailey & Vincent, Jade Eagleson, Exile, Mickey Guyton, Kelsey Hart, Tayler Holder, Greylan James, Willie Jones, Tiera Kennedy, Vincent Mason, Madeline Merlo, Drake Milligan, Lorrie Morgan, David Nail, Meghan Patrick, Dylan Schneider, Shenandoah, MaRynn Taylor, Thompson Square, Pam Tillis, Lauren Watkins, Mark Wills, Rita Wilson and Waylon Wyatt.

Hitting the Good Molecules Reverb Stage at Bridgestone Plaza are Willow Avalon, Maddox Batson, Laci Kaye Booth, Brenn!, Franni Rae Cash, Chapel Hart, Julia Cole, Kolby Cooper, Preston Cooper, Wesley Dean, Melanie Dyer, Madeline Edwards, Mae Estes, Carter Faith, Lanie Gardner, Cole Goodwin, Fancy Hagood, The Jack Wharff Band, Max Jackson, James Barker Band, Just Jayne, Alexandra Kay, Zach John King, Matt Lang, Bryce Leatherwood, Hannah McFarland, Walker Montgomery, Will Moseley, Elizabeth Nichols, Adrien Nunez, Scoot Teasley, Cameron Whitcomb, Blake Whiten, Austin Williams and Eli Winders.

The Hard Rock Stage is back, bringing both daytime and nighttime performances that are free and open to the public including  Ashley Anne, Palmer Anthony, Hayden Blount, BODHI, BoomTown Saints, Luke Borchelt, CECE, Hayden Coffman, Abbey Cone, Crowe Boys, Eddie and The Getaway, Sterling Elza, Brian Fuller, Giovannie and The Hired Guns, Colt Graves, Reid Haughton, Christian Hayes, The Heels, Solon Holt, Hueston, Preston James, Jason Scott & The High Heat, Britnee Kellogg, Alex Lambert, LECADE, Trey Lewis, Tyler Joe Miller, MŌRIAH, Clayton Mullen, O.N.E The Duo, Harper O’Neill, Pistol Pearl and the Wester Band, Peytan Porter, RVSHVD, Sacha, Matt Schuster, Sophia Scott, SKEEZ, Kevin Smiley, Payton Smith, Liam St. John, Colin Stough, Troubadour Blue, Leah Turner, Alli Walker, Carson Wallace, Brendan Walter, Chandler Walters, Jay Webb, Wesko, Angel White and Sam Williams. 

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: On sale Friday, March 28 at 10:00 AM/CT, starting at $79.80 per night. Get access to a superstar-packed night of performances at Nissan Stadium on the date of your choice.
  • Ascend Amphitheater: Experience three nights of open-air performances at one of Nashville’s most iconic venues, featuring an exciting lineup of artists with the vibrant city of Nashville as the backdrop. Stay tuned for the full lineup, which will be announced in the coming weeks.
  • 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.
  • 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—no ticket required. These high-energy concerts are free to attend and showcase the best of Country Music, from emerging talent to well-established stars.