Not even the storm delays could dampen the excitement over CMA Fest's Friday headliner Kelsea Ballerini. The country-pop star closed out the Nissan Stadium festivities with a set that included a pair of duets with her friend and collaborator Noah Kahan.

Keith Urban headlined the second night of CMA Fest 2025 in Nashville, but several surprise appearances stole the show.

Saturday, the third day of 2025's CMA Fest, will bring another lineup of talented artists to downtown Nashville for a jam-packed day of country music.

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.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - 7:10 p.m. Update: CMA Fest has announced the new times for the nighttime stages. “Nissan Stadium gates are now scheduled to open at 8:00PM with performances expected to begin at 9:00PM,” CMA Fest said.

Deana Carter talks backstage with Bryan West at CMA Fest 2025 about the lasting impact of "Strawberry Wine" and her love of Fan Fair

Jason Aldean Surprises Fans with Country Legend, 62, at CMA Fest: 'That's So Iconic' originally appeared on Parade.

Lainey Wilson's moment with Brooks & Dunn was probably the highlight, although Jason Aldean's song with Travis Tritt was great too.

'90s Country Bombshell, 59, Wows Fans at CMA Fest Party: 'She Sounds So Good' originally appeared on Parade.

Backstage at CMA Fest 2025: Jason Aldean, Darius Rucker, Tigirlily and more share reactions from night one