The upcoming construction of a new stadium for the Tennessee Titans means that CMA Fest will undergo significant changes in the near future.
The main shows of the festival have been held at Nissan Stadium for many years, but they will be relocated to a new venue once it is finished.
The Country Music Association is planning to collaborate with the Tennessee Titans during CMA Fest each year. They are excited to host country music fans in Nashville for the nightly concerts at the new stadium.
A new stadium called the New Nissan Stadium will be constructed on the East Bank of the Cumberland River, located to the east of the current Nissan Stadium. The construction is expected to start this year, and the stadium is planned to be open to the public in 2027.
Fans of country music will continue to have access to the New Nissan Stadium from downtown Nashville by using the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge.
The Titans' new stadium will be different from their current one, as it will be fully enclosed and focused on providing fans with an exceptional experience. It will offer panoramic views of Nashville, a see-through roof, and a large community area that can be utilized throughout the year.
CMA Fest is known as the ultimate experience for country music fans and it originated in 1972 as Fan Fair. It started as a small gathering of 5,000 fans at Nashville's Municipal Auditorium and has grown into one of the largest annual events in country music. Every year, tens of thousands of guests from around the world come together in Music City to watch over 250 performances on nine different stages.
The CMA Fest 2024 will take place from June 6-9 in the heart of Nashville.
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