CMA Fest has been bringing country music fans to Nashville for more than 50 years, but this year proved the festival is no longer just for the people inside the stadium. Between fan-made videos, surprise appearances, unexpected collaborations and moments that took over social media in real time, CMA Fest became something everyone could participate in, whether they were packed into Nissan Stadium or watching from their phone.

From June 3-7, The Fort by Fort Nash served as a five-day, invite-only clubhouse built around country music, food, fashion, faith, comedy, interviews and creator-led moments. The idea was simple: bring artists, creators and industry friends into one space during one of the busiest weeks in Nashville and let the moments happen naturally.

Spotify will be taking over Blake Shelton’s Ole Red in Nashville next weekend to host their seventh year of Spotify House at CMA Fest. Being one of the top music streaming services in the world, their event is sure to be a big hit as it has been in years past, and not one that you want to miss!

The lineup for CMA Fest 2026 is packed with country music’s biggest stars, including Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and more. The four-day festival will take over the streets of downtown Nashville this summer.