Collaborations are fairly common at CMA Fest , and Day 1 of the 2025 celebration was no different.

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

Elsewhere, Riley Green came out to sing "You Look Like You Love Me" with Ella Langley and Marcus King joined B&D. It was the opening set that included the most unexpected surprise, however.

CMA Fest officially began on Thursday (June 5) in downtown Nashville.

While there are many stages across Lower Broadway and beyond, these pictures spotlight the music at Nissan Stadium.

The televised highlights from CMA Fest will air on ABC on June 26.

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2025 CMA Fest Day 1 Highlights:

Day 1 of CMA Fest at Nissan

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