Origanally known as Fair Fair. It was started in 1972, and held at the Tennessee State
Fairgrounds. Fan Fair moved Downtown in 2001, and soon after became known as the
CMA Music Festival.
From the CMA Music Fest Website :
The CMA Music Festival is a unique event among Music Festivals. It
is a Four day celebration of America's Music that features Artist / Fan
interaction, autograph signings, photo opportunities, more than a 100
hrs. of Concerts, and Family activities.
This year's attendance was around 210,000