CMA Festival week is in full swing in Nashville, Tennessee, bringing country music artists and singer-songwriters to venues across the city and beyond. This annual celebration fills stages, parks and clubs with live performances, fan events and intimate appearances. Fans can catch charting acts and rising talents at major venues as well as at smaller showcases and private gatherings. Carrie Underwood kicks off the week at the Grand Ole Opry, Craig Wayne Boyd performs at a Nashville Sounds takeover, and Cassadee Pope hosts a fan party at a local music school. Below is the Tuesday schedule for June 5, 2018, highlighting where several well-known performers will appear.
Concert Schedule for Tuesday June 5 2018
- Lauren Alaina – Blossom Music Center – Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- Crystal Bowersox – Rock the Light Music Festival – Port Clinton, OH
- Craig Wayne Boyd – Nashville Sounds Takeover Tuesday – Nashville, TN
- Danielle Bradbery – Toyota Taste of Country – Coca Cola Field – Buffalo, NY
- Paul McDonald – Rockwood Music Hall – New York, NY
- Cassadee Pope – Fan Party – W.O. Smith School of Music – Nashville, TN
- Carrie Underwood – Grand Ole Opry – Nashville, TN
This lineup represents a mix of established stars and emerging artists, performing in a variety of settings from amphitheaters and ballparks to intimate music halls and school auditoriums. Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls often hosts large outdoor concerts that draw regional crowds, while Rock the Light Music Festival in Port Clinton provides a community festival atmosphere. Rockwood Music Hall in New York is known for up-close, singer-songwriter performances, and Coca Cola Field in Buffalo commonly hosts large-scale festival stages like Toyota Taste of Country. In Nashville, the Grand Ole Opry remains a historic, iconic stage where many country performers make notable appearances; the W.O. Smith School of Music offers a community-focused space where artists can connect directly with fans at smaller, more personal events.
For fans planning their Tuesday during CMA Festival week, this schedule offers a snapshot of opportunities to see favorite artists in different environments. Those who prefer arena-sized productions can look to amphitheaters and ballparks, while listeners seeking a more intimate experience should consider smaller venues and fan parties. Fan events such as Cassadee Pope’s gathering at the W.O. Smith School of Music provide a chance for close interaction, photo opportunities and personal moments that differ from traditional concert performances.
Many of these performances also reflect the broader pattern during festival week: artists perform outside Nashville in nearby states, bringing festival energy to regional stages. Tuesday’s lineup includes stops in Ohio and New York as well as several Nashville appearances. Whether attending in person or following news and social media coverage, fans can track highlights and setlists as artists take the stage throughout the day and evening.
If you’re attending any of these shows, consider checking venue policies and arrival recommendations in advance. Expect a range of set lengths and formats—some artists may present full concert sets, while others may appear as part of festival lineups or special fan-focused events. Bring appropriate gear for outdoor shows, plan transportation to avoid delays between venues, and allow time to explore the broader festival activities happening around Nashville and in host cities.
Tuesday’s schedule is just one day in a busy festival week that showcases the diversity of contemporary country music and related genres. From established headliners to emerging voices, the performances reflect a mix of radio favorites, singer-songwriter material and fan-favorite covers. Enjoy the shows, and keep an eye on official channels and venue announcements for any schedule updates or additional appearances announced during CMA Festival week.