'CMA Fest 2026' Premieres THURSDAY, JUNE 25 8/7c on ABC
Wondering where to watch CMA Fest 2026? We've got you covered. The countdown is on! With "CMA Fest presented by SoFi" just around the corner, the Country Music Association and ABC announced that "CMA Fest presented by SoFi" will air Thursday, June 25, at 8/7c on ABC and stream next day on Hulu. Multi-award-winning country star Riley Green and Emmy® Award-winning anchor and host from ABC's "Good Morning America" Lara Spencer will make their debut as hosts of the three-hour concert event, filmed during the 53rd CMA Fest in downtown Nashville. "CMA Fest presented by SoFi" will spotlight country music's biggest stars with memorable performances, exclusive collaborations and must-see surprises.
Riley Green
Lara Spencer
"CMA Fest presented by SoFi" is a production of the Country Music Association, executive produced and written by Robert Deaton and directed by Alan Carter. With the 2026 airing, CMA celebrates 23 straight years of producing a summer concert TV special.
About CMA Fest: For more than 50 years, CMA Fest has united the Country Music community, bringing fans, artists and industry professionals together for four unforgettable days in the heart of Nashville. What began in 1972 as Fan Fair® with just 5,000 attendees has evolved into the longest-running Country Music festival in the world, drawing an estimated 95,000 daily attendees. CMA Fest is more than a festival—it's a celebration of the connection between artists and fans, featuring hundreds of performances and collaborations across multiple stages, once-in-a-lifetime moments, and the vibrant energy of Nashville, all fueling something bigger than the event itself. Through the participation of artists and the broader Country Music community, a portion of proceeds support music education initiatives nationwide through the CMA Foundation. This year marks the 23rd consecutive year that CMA has produced a summer music program to air as a network television special on ABC and Hulu.
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