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HARDY, Little Big Town and The Red Clay Strays Set for Nashville’s New Year’s Eve Bash

By Mariana A Oct 22, 2026 | 2:32 AM

Nashville is preparing to welcome 2027 with a major country music celebration featuring HARDY, Little Big Town and The Red Clay Strays.

CBS confirmed the first performers on October 20 for New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash, which returns on December 31 with nearly five hours of live entertainment.

The celebration will take place at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in downtown Nashville, bringing thousands of fans together for an evening of music and festivities. Admission to the outdoor event will be free.

HARDY, known for blending country and rock influences, joins Grammy-winning vocal group Little Big Town and rising Americana act The Red Clay Strays on the initial lineup. Additional performers are expected to be announced as the event approaches.

The evening will also feature Nashville’s traditional Music Note Drop at midnight, marking the beginning of the new year.

Fans watching from home can catch the special on CBS beginning at 8 p.m. ET. The broadcast will also stream live on Paramount+ Premium.