Thousands of country fans flocked to Nashville earlier this month to take in all that CMA Fest had to offer. Music City did not disappoint, delivering countless performances across the weekend. While the free shows in downtown Nashville are certainly a selling point, the main event is the headlining show hosted at Nissan Stadium.
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The Nissan show is where all the big names go. You might be lucky enough to see a country giant elsewhere during the Fest, but if you want a guaranteed win, it’s a Nissan ticket you’ll need. Though the stadium can hold quite a few country fans, there aren’t enough seats to cover the breadth of them. If you were one of the ones who missed out on the nightly Nissan show during CMA Fest, don’t fret. You have an opportunity to catch up tonight, Thursday, June 26. Find out how to watch “CMA Fest presented by SoFi” below.
What to Expect
CMA Fest 2025 tapped Cody Johnson and Ashley McBryde to host. The duo will guide viewers through the primetime concert television special, produced by the Country Music Association and ABC.
You’ll want to settle in for this television special. The sprawling three-hour runtime is filled to the brim with major country talent. Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, Jordan Davis, and Riley Green are among the performers. The special will feature one song from every artist who graced the Nissan Stadium stage during the Fest.
With SoFi being the first broadcast presenting sponsor of CMA Fest, several integrations will take place throughout the broadcast. Specifically, SoFo will highlight the work of Kelsea Ballerini and tnAchieves. Their collaborative, local campaign urges Tennessee students to invest in their futures. You can find more information on that campaign HERE.
How to Watch the 2025 CMA Fest TV Special
Your first chance to watch the 2025 CMA Fest TV Special is on tonight, June 26 at 8/7c on ABC. If you can’t watch the initial broadcast, you’ll have a second chance to watch it the following day on Hulu.
You won’t want to miss out on all the country-fied action on Thursday. Find more information on “CMA Fest presented by SoFi” HERE.
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