With over 300 performers on the CMA docket, it's difficult to navigate which shows are the one's not-to-miss each day. Here's some Thursday shows to catch.

Country singer Megan Moroney kicked off the 2025 CMA Fest Thursday in Nashville, Tennessee at the Riverfront Stage.

Megan Moroney officially kicked off CMA Fest 2025 with an electrifying performance on the Chevy Riverfront Stage in Nashville. The 27-year-old country star captivated fans with a dynamic set that showcased her stellar songs and vibrant personality.

From surprise honky-tonk performances to morning beers to Megan Moroney, CMA Fest has officially begun in downtown Nashville.

CMA Fest is underway in Nashville this weekend, and plenty of big name stars have turned up for the event this year. On Thursday night, Jason Aldean performed at Nissan Stadium, and fans got the surprise of their lives when he brought out a country music legend to perform one of his hit songs.

Actor, musician and multi-entertainer Charles “Chip” Esten strummed his guitar onto the CMA Fest stage to start the Thursday line-up. As the charismatic actor grinned from ear-to-ear, he bellowed, "Hello Nashville."

Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson, Brooks and Dunn, Jason Aldean along with breakouts Ella Langley and Riley Green shone brightest on a humid day and hazy night in downtown.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Metro Nashville Police Department and other emergency officials are asking people to stay weather aware all weekend at CMA Fest.

CMA Fest will air a three-hour TV special June 26. The special will air at 8 p.m. Eastern time. The program is hosted by country stars Cody Johnson and Ashley McBryde, according to the music festival. You can watch the CMA Fest special on ABC on June 26, or watch the program the next day on Hulu, according to the music festival.