Nashville event guide
CMA Fest Trip
CMA Fest moves to the new Nissan Stadium for four nights of concerts, June 10–13, 2027, with festival activity across downtown Nashville. Here's a group plan from stadium nights to Broadway.
By Cameron HergetEvent dates checked against the official source
- 4 nights
- Groups of up to 30
- Jun 10 – 13, 2027
Where to stay for CMA Fest
All Nashville staysSuggested plan, day by day
These are suggestions, not a package. AvantStay doesn’t book, sell, or arrange any of these activities. Check hours, tickets, and reservations directly with each place.
Day 1 · Arrive: Ryman & Broadway
A Ryman tour, then a first night on Broadway.
Music venue · Afternoon
Take a daytime tour of the Ryman Auditorium.
Restaurant · Dinner
A large food hall on Broadway with options for the group.
Nightlife · Evening
A Broadway honky-tonk with live music.
Day 2 · Thu: Opening night
Museum and a meat-and-three, then the first stadium show.
Museum · Morning
Country music artifacts and exhibits. Check for timed tickets.
Restaurant · Lunch
A meat-and-three institution. Check holiday-week hours before you go.
Event · Evening
The first of four nightly stadium concerts. Check CMA Fest's official site for event and ticket details.
Day 3 · Fri: Daytime program
Check the official map for daytime activities, then head to the stadium at night.
Event · Afternoon
CMA Fest daytime program
Check CMA Fest's official 2027 map and schedule for daytime programming and locations.
Museum · Late afternoon
A compact museum devoted to Johnny Cash's music and career.
Event · Evening
Night two of the stadium concerts.
Day 4 · Sat: Songwriters' night
Brunch, then choose between songwriters in the round and another stadium show.
Restaurant · Brunch
Southern biscuits. Expect a line on festival weekends.
Live music · Evening
Songwriters playing in the round. Reservations open online and go fast.
Event · Night
Night three of the stadium concerts.
Day 5 · Sun: Final stadium night
Close out the four-night CMA Fest concert run.
Event · Evening
The final night of the four-night stadium concert series. Check the official site for event and ticket details.
Day 6 · Mon: Depart
Check out and head home after CMA Fest.
Travel · Morning
Departure
Check out and make your way home.
Good to know
Getting in
Fly into Nashville International (BNA), about 20 minutes from downtown outside rush hour. Arrive a day early if you can.
Passes
Four-night stadium passes are available through the official site. Buy early if you want a pass.
Daytime program
Check CMA Fest's official map and schedule for the 2027 daytime program and locations.
Book early
CMA Fest is one of Nashville's busiest weeks. Plan accommodations ahead of time.
Optional extras
Through AvantStay concierge you can add fridge stocking or a private chef, booked and paid separately.
Frequently asked questions
Thursday, June 10 to Sunday, June 13, 2027, per CMA Fest.
The nightly concerts are at the new Nissan Stadium, with festival activity across downtown Nashville.
Check CMA Fest's official site for 2027 daytime program details and ticket requirements.
Downtown, SoBro, the Gulch or East Nashville keep you near the stadium and festival activity. Set your dates and group size above to see the stays that fit.