6 Unique CMA Fest Extras

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HGTV Lodge

When: Daily 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: Fan Alley on 4th Ave S in front of Schermerhorn Symphony Center

For six years and counting, HGTV constructs a 3,500 sq. ft. rustic lodge in the heart of downtown full of Southern charm and big names like Keith Urban, Charles Kelley, and Jake Owen. Fans with wristbands and hopefuls willing to wait in line get a unique concert in an intimate setting, and maybe even an autograph! A few HGTV personalities also make appearances during the week. cmaworld.com

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Music is Universal: Concerts in the Dome

When: Opens June 7 at 7 p.m. through June 11 at 11 p.m.; see site for full schedule.
Where: 8th Ave S and McGavock St, Nashville, TN 37203

This immersive music experience is a must for CMA-festers. Watch 360˚video projections across a 70-foot ceiling in the Budweiser Dome as Rated Red and Universal Music Group present concerts from country stars including Eric Church, Gary Allan, and Kip Moore. Even better, there will be live performances at the venue and the dome is air-conditioned and free to the public. budweiserdome.com

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Martina McBride: Team Music is Love

When: Friday, June 9. 9 a.m.
Where: 625 Smith Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

As she does before many of her concerts, Martina McBride will be personally handing out healthy food and produce to local families in need. McBride, her Team Music is Love crew, and a big group of volunteers will be at The Fairgrounds Nashville giving out 20,000 pounds during CMA fest! teammusicislove.com

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The Cool Bus

When: Friday, June 9. 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Where: 4th and Broadway, Nashville, TN 37201

Friday during CMA Fest chill at the Skedaddle Cool Bus and listen to intimate sets from some of Nashville’s rising artists starting at 11 a.m. Recharge your phone and yourself over a cool drink and snacks. letskedaddle.com

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'You Look Good” Beetique

When: Saturday, June 10. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 400 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201

The Bell Tower becomes a beauty boutique, er, Beetique on Saturday, at Bumble and Lady Antebellum'You Look Good” pseudo-salon. Ladies will enjoy some indoor pampering at the Sephora beauty bar and The Dry House styling studio. Snap selfies in the BFF lounge and sip on wine selected by local blogger Cassie Kelley of Womanista. Show your Bumble app at the door for entry and you may also get to mingle with the ladies from Little Big Town (Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman), Kacey Musgraves, Kelsea Ballerini and many more! blog.bumble.com

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Sip & Shave Lounge

When: Daily 10 a.m-6 p.m. (Tickets required)
Where: Warner Music Nashville - 20 Music Square East

Pop over to Music Row for live sets by Cole Swindell, Brett Eldredge, Brandy Clark, Charlie Worsham and also get in a quick shave. You heard right. BIC® Flex5 Hybrid™ hosts ticketed CMA Fest fan parties for a killer list of artists as well as a free “Sip & Shave x93 lounge and full bar. Flag down the JoyRide golf cart decorated in Warner Music artists and hop on for a ride to party central. warnermusicnashville.com