Inside The Fort: The 5-Day CMA Fest Country Clubhouse That Became The Must-See Hangout | Shore Fire Media

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10 June, 2026Print

Inside The Fort: The 5-Day CMA Fest Country Clubhouse That Became The Must-See Hangout

The Fort welcomed a mix of artists, creators, comedians, athletes and more across Music City’s biggest week. 

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Ben Fuller

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Priscilla Block

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L-R: Jason Fletcher, Gareth

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L-R: Ben Fuller, Jamie McDonald

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What started as a digital destination for country culture and Southern lifestyle was brought to life during CMA Fest in Nashville, TN this past week(end) as Fort Nash debuted The Fort by Fort Nash – an invite-only cultural playground where music, food, fashion, faith, sports, wellness and storytelling came together under one roof. Across five days, artists, creators, comedians, athletes and industry tastemakers gathered for original content, live experiences, surprise moments and collaborations that captured the ever-evolving world of country culture.  

The week kicked off with a star-studded launch party featuring appearances and performances from Ashley CookeDashaPriscilla BlockMason RamseyGarethVAVO, Graham Barham, Waka Flocka Flame, and more. From there, The Fort transformed into a nonstop hub of activity, welcoming dozens of artists and personalities across a slate of original series and immersive experiences designed to spark conversation, connection and content.

Watch The Fort by Fort Nash kickoff party sizzle reel, here: 

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Celebrity guests joined The Grill Dads in The Pantry for outdoor cooking sessions, faced off in Country Combine alongside viral sports personalities The Bread Basket, and put their honesty to the test in Danae Hay’s answer-or-drink challenge Pour Decisions.Guests also shared personal stories on Morning Bites with Ella FauverSamantha Christine's endurance-meets-interview series The Wall Sit and the faith-centered series The Testimony

The week wrapped with Faith at The Fort, a Sunday gathering focused on worship, testimony and community. The event featured performances from Ben FullerJamie MacDonaldJordan Rowe, Madison WatkinsRebecca BrunnerChristian Hohn and Iveth Luna, as well as a prayer led by creator Cam J and a message from Crosspoint Church College Pastor Nate Farley, featuring custom cold brew from Prickly Pear Coffee Co., breakfast tacos from Lady Bird Tacos and a rescue puppy visit from Pawsitive Rescue Division. 

Download content from Faith at The Fort, here:

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Photo Credit: Mandy Smith | Video Credit: Ray Aley

Beyond content and performances, The Fort buzzed with wellness activations, interactive brand pop-ups, creator networking and more. Through an integrated partnership with Lovesac, Fort Nash hosted Lovesac Live, an exclusive concert experience featuring intimate performances from country artists Kameron Marlowe andBlock. The invite-only event welcomed 125 CMA Fest attendees for a rare opportunity to hear some of their favorite songs in a stripped-down, up-close setting, creating a uniquely personal connection between artists and fans.

Download content from Lovesac Live, here:

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Photo Credit: Ben Estes | Video Credit: Christian Yeager

Though the five-day experience has come to an end, fans can continue to follow along as content captured throughout the week rolls out across Fort Nash's digital platforms in the coming weeks.

Watch content from The Fort here:

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The Fort by Fort Nash was made possible through partnerships with Monster Energy, Craig's, Lovesac, Delta Air Lines, Wheels Up, Daniel Diamond, Cowboy Cannolis, Orinda, Tito's, Casamigos, Anheuser-Busch, Silverbelly Whiskey, No Days Off Water, Get Well Health and Native Massage Co.

ABOUT FORT BY FORT NASH:

THE FORT by FORT NASH is an invite-only cultural clubhouse built to own the conversation around CMA Fest and to define modern country lifestyle for a new generation. More than a venue, THE FORT is a cultural foundry: an immersive, high‑impact activation that brings creators, artists, brands, and fans together through music discovery, reimagined Southern food, playful rituals, faith, humor, and live storytelling.

Thank you to our partners Monster Energy, Craig's, Lovesac, Delta Airlines, Wheels Up, Daniel Diamond, Cowboy Cannolis, Orinda, Tito's, Casamigos, Anheuser-Busch, Silverbelly Whiskey, No Days Off Water, Get Well Health, and Native Massage Co.

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For more information, please contact:

Jaclyn D. Childress | Shore Fire Media | jchildress@shorefire.com

Olivia Troutman | Shore Fire Media | otroutman@shorefire.com

Jenisse Sanches | Shore Fire Media | jsanches@shorefire.com