festivals & events
No matter what time of year you visit Nashville, chances are there's something happening.
From country music festivals and songwriter events to free weekly concerts and seasonal celebrations, these are the events worth adding to your itinerary.
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The biggest country music festival in the world. For four days, Nashville transforms into the ultimate destination for country fans, with stadium concerts, free outdoor stages, Fan Fair X, meet & greets, and live music on every corner of Downtown.
I prepared a CMA Fest guide for you here.
💡 Insider Tip
Book your hotel early! Hotels and flights become significantly more expensive as CMA Fest approaches. -
A must for fans of Americana, folk and roots music. Expect showcases, songwriter rounds and performances from some of the most exciting artists in the genre.
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One of Nashville's most respected songwriter festivals, celebrating the people behind the songs. Hundreds of performances take place across venues throughout the city.
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One of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the United States, featuring free concerts, fireworks and major headliners.
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One of Nashville's most popular weekly songwriter nights, featuring surprise performances from established artists alongside some of the city's best up-and-coming talent. Best of all? It's free.
💡 Insider Tip
If you can only visit Nashville once, I'd recommend planning your trip around either CMA Fest in June or AmericanaFest in September. Both completely transform the city and offer unforgettable live music experiences, but with very different atmospheres.