The Fan Fair X Lineup at CMA Fest is Packed with Stars!

CMA Fest presented by SoFi is just around the corner, and the Country Music Association has unveiled even more exciting details, this time focusing on the ultimate fan destination: Fan Fair X inside Music City Center! Running from Thursday, June 5th to Sunday, June 8th (10:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily, doors open at 10:00 AM), Fan Fair X is the place to be for unique and unforgettable fan experiences, connecting you directly with your favorite country artists.

From legendary icons to the freshest faces on the scene, Fan Fair X is buzzing with hundreds of sessions and performances across four days. No matter when you visit, you’re guaranteed to catch something exciting happening inside Music City Center.

Extra Star Power on the CMA Close Up Stage!

This year, the CMA Close Up Stage is bringing some serious star power with its exclusive Artist of the Day programming on Friday and Saturday. Get ready for an intimate experience with the one and only Trisha Yearwood on Friday, followed by the beloved hitmakers Rascal Flatts on Saturday!

But the CMA Close Up Stage doesn’t stop there! Check out the incredible lineup of additional programming:

Parker McCollum on Amazon Music’s “Country Heat Weekly” Live
Women of Opry NextStage with Priscilla Block, Kaitlin Butts, and Tigirlily Gold
Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum presents Wyatt Ellis and Dailey & Vincent
The Road to #1’s with Dustin Lynch, Drew Baldridge, and John Morgan
Country Central Presents: Vincent Mason, Emily Ann Roberts, Kameron Marlowe, and Waylon Wyatt
Friday Artist of the Day: Trisha Yearwood
Blending Borders: Country Music’s Genre Revolution featuring Mitchell Tenpenny, Marcus King, and Alana Springsteen
Country for Children with Caterina Mete from The Wiggles & Morgan Evans
Hitmakers on High Dollar Hill with Keith Stegall, Clay Walker, and Jamie O’Neal
The Listening Room Presents: The Stories Behind the Songs with Chris Blair featuring Jordan Dozzi, Mae Estes, and Emmet Stevens, Jr.
Saturday Artist of the Day Rascal Flatts on Amazon Music’s “Country Heat Weekly” Live
Latino Trailblazers in Country – Presented by the Country Latin Association featuring Carin León, Kat Luna, Los Hermanos Mendoza, and MŌRIAH
Origins Music Group: “Rooted at CMA Fest” featuring The War And Treaty, Chapel Hart, RVSHD, and Coffey Anderson
Dasha on Amazon Music’s “Country Heat Weekly” Live
Timeless Tracks: The Enduring Legacy of Music’s Power Players featuring Pam Tillis, Shenandoah, Mark Wills, and Billy Dean
Cole Swindell on Amazon Music’s “Country Heat Weekly” Live
Song Suffragettes featuring Liz Rose

Discover Emerging Talent on the Spotlight Stage

Looking to discover your next favorite artist? Head over to the acoustic Spotlight Stage inside Fan Fair X! From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday through Sunday, you can catch incredible performances from a fantastic lineup of rising stars, including:

Dawson Anderson, Devon Beck, Hailey Benedict, Sara Berki, Laura Bryna, Abbie Callahan, Abby Christo, Abbie Ferris, Ollie Gabriel, Parker Graye, Scotty Hasting, Mary Heather Hickman, Homegrown Trio, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Daniel Jeffers, Karli June, Celeste Kellogg, Callum Kerr, Maddie Lenhart, Kat Luna, Austin Mackay, Tyra Madison, Chandler Marie, Blake O’Connor, Aniston Pate, Shane Proffit, Tyla Rodrigues, Ryan Waters Band, Kaleb Sanders, Mary Sarah, JD Shelburne, Gracee Shriver, Paul Sidoti, Jon Wood, Dylan Wright, and Zoee.

Plan Your Fan Fair X Adventure

Remember that Fan Fair X programming is on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure to plan your days accordingly to catch the sessions and performances you don’t want to miss. Keep an eye on the Official CMA Connect App for the meet-and-greet schedule, with more sessions being added throughout May!

Don’t Forget the FREE Outdoor Stages

While Fan Fair X offers incredible up-close experiences, remember that CMA Fest also features hundreds of artists performing on multiple outdoor stages throughout downtown Nashville – completely free! These high-energy concerts showcase the best of country music, from emerging talent to well-established stars.

CMA Fest: More Than Just Music – It’s Giving Back

Just like the main festival, all artists performing and appearing at Fan Fair X generously donate their time to benefit the CMA Foundation, with a portion of ticket proceeds supporting vital music education programs across the United States. By participating in CMA Fest, you’re contributing to a cause that makes a real impact. Learn more at CMAfoundation.org.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest CMA Fest news by visiting CMAfest.com, downloading the Official CMA Connect App, and following CMA Fest on social media! Get ready for an incredible CMA Fest experience!