CMA Fest is almost here, and whether you’re going or not, it will likely impact you in some way — cue our guide to navigate the weekend. Pro tip: If you need tickets, you can look at all of your options in one place.
🚗 Tackling transit
There will be no need to panic at the parking lot this year. Here are your downtown parking spots + rideshare options:
- Nissan Stadium | Four-day passes for $100
- WeGo Star’s CMA Fest Express | Travel roundtrip Saturday from six transit stations for $15.
- Shuttles | Shuttles are available to all four-day pass holders across five daytime stages (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) + Nissan Stadium and near Riverfront Park (8 p.m.-1 a.m.).
- Road closures | In effect now and some will remain in place through at least Tues., June 14.
Use this interactive map to view all downtown lots + garages with the number of spaces and this schedule for all WeGo bus routes.
🥪 Grab a bite
CMA Fest will offer a variety of concessions across all stages and venues, but if you’re in the mood for some local eats + seats nearby (plus air conditioning), check out these spots:
- Rae’s Sandwich Shoppe, 501 Union St. | After standing in the heat, a light + filling meal will hit the spot.
- Katie’s Meat & Three, 10 Arcade Alley | If you’re searching for a more traditional Nashville food experience
- Crema Coffee Roasters, 15 Hermitage Ave. | For the fest goers needing a caffeine pick-me-up and a snack
🎶 Get the full experience
Locals know activities go beyond the June 9-12 festival. Make it a week-long commitment with these other events leading up to CMA Fest shows:
- Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge | Tues., June 7 | 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Winners Bar & Grill, 1913 Division St. | Free | Fans will bid to partner with Craig and 15 other celebs to toss bags for Fight Colorectal Cancer.
- CMA Fest Game Night | Wed., June 8 | 6-10 p.m. | 6th and Peabody, 423 6th Ave. S. | $10 | A live celebrity wild game roast with acoustic performances benefitting the Catch a Dream foundation
- Marty Stuart’s Late Night Jam | Wed., June 8 | 9 p.m. | Ryman Auditorium | $35.50+ | This curated lineup will feature performances by Billy Strings, Lainey Wilson, and the Grand Ole Opry Square Dancers, among others.
- Brett Eldredge on Skydeck | Fri., June 10 | 5:30 p.m. | Assembly Food Hall Skydeck | Free | General admission is first come, first served and does not guarantee entry.
CMA Fest requires a clear bag policy across all venues. Here is a list of all prohibited items.
