Photo Credit: Kai Gorowsky — BBR Music Group
Dustin Lynch drew large crowds at CMA Fest 2026 with his annual “Pool Situation” and “Nightlife Party Club Set,” two fan events that have become recurring fixtures of the Nashville festival.
The events began Thursday, June 4, with the fourth annual “Pool Situation: Nashville” at Margaritaville Hotel Nashville. Fans lined up downtown before doors opened, and the rooftop reached capacity shortly after opening. Lynch performed a set of fan favorites, joined by special guests David Lee Murphy and Two Friends. Wheel-of-Fun activities from previous years, including the Belly Flop Competition and the Mullet Barber Bar, returned for this year’s festival.
On Friday night, June 5, Lynch hosted his “Nightlife Party Club Set” at Barstool Nashville. Drawing from his ongoing Wynn Nightlife Las Vegas residency, he performed an EDM DJ that contrasted his usual country sound. Bryce Vine appeared as a guest during the set, and the venue reached capacity during the late-night event.
The daytime and late-night programming reflect Lynch’s continued approach to combining live performance formats. Lynch has been experimenting with experiential live shows for the past 10 years, expanding his performances beyond traditional touring.
The events follow the April release of Lynch’s latest single “Leave a Little Love,” — which features CMA Fest guest Two Friends — adding to Lynch’s growing catalog that includes 10 No. 1 singles, more than 5 billion global streams and multiple platinum certifications.
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