CMA Fest 2026: A Country Music Celebration to Remember

The stage was set at Nissan Stadium for the kickoff of CMA Fest 2026. Florida Georgia Line, after a hiatus, made a grand return to the stage, thrilling the 60,000 fans in attendance. This year's festival, the 53rd edition, drew over 95,000 fans to Nashville for four days of country music celebration.

The reunion of Florida Georgia Line was a highlight of the festival, with Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley making a dramatic entrance from opposite sides of the stadium. The emotional performance of their hit songs "Round Here" and "Cruise" marked a special moment for fans and the country music community.

The lineup for CMA Fest 2026 featured more than 20 headlining artists, including Luke Bryan, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, and Keith Urban. The festival also showcased emerging talent and offered fans a variety of experiences across Nashville's outdoor stages and the Music City Center.

The festival's television special, hosted by Riley Green and Lara Spencer, captured the essence of the weekend's performances and is now available for streaming on Hulu. The event showcased the best moments of the festival, giving viewers a taste of the live music experience.

The Florida Georgia Line reunion and the performances by other artists at CMA Fest 2026 set the stage for what's to come in the country music scene. The festival's legacy continues to grow, with plans already in motion for CMA Fest 2027 in Nashville's newly built stadium. The festival may have bid farewell to Nissan Stadium, but the memories created this year will live on in the hearts of fans and artists alike.