CMA Fest 2025 Special Set to Air on ABC June 26

Nashville, Tennessee – CMA Fest 2025 is just around the corner, and fans are eager to catch the special airing on ABC. The concert event, hosted by country music stars Cody Johnson and Ashley McBryde, will showcase performances from the 52nd CMA Fest, filmed earlier this month in Nashville.

The primetime TV special is set to air on Thursday, June 26, at 8 p.m. ET. It will feature a star-studded lineup of artists, including Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, and Blake Shelton, among many others. This three-hour event promises unforgettable collaborations and exceptional performances.

SoFi, the first-ever broadcast sponsor for the CMA Fest, is partnering with the event to inspire financial independence through music. The company is launching a campaign with Kelsea Ballerini, offering Tennessee residents ages 18-24 the opportunity to receive stock between $5 and $1,000 by opening a SoFi Invest account.

Ticket sales have also started for next year’s 53rd CMA Fest, taking place from June 4 to June 7, 2026, in Nashville. Four-night stadium passes will be available for purchase on June 26 at 10:00 a.m. CDT through Ticketmaster.

Moreover, email subscribers will have exclusive presale access starting June 23 at 10:00 a.m. CDT, while SoFi Plus members can buy passes from June 26 to July 3, 2025. Benefits of SoFi Plus include unlimited financial planning and the highest APY on savings.

The CMA Fest, running since 1972, has become the longest-running country music festival, attracting around 95,000 attendees. More than just concert performances, it connects artists with fans and supports music education through the CMA Foundation.

Overall, this year’s special marks the 22nd consecutive year the CMA has produced a summer music program to air on network television. Tune in to ABC on June 26 for a night of incredible country music highlights.