The Grand Ole Opry is celebrating 100 years in a big way with a star-studded special, dubbed Opry 100: A Live Celebration, featuring performances from Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Post Malone, Travis Tritt, Alan Jackson, Ashley McBryde, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks and many more.
Since its 1925 debut, the Grand Ole Opry has captivated audiences with an ever-evolving mix of country legends, rising stars, comedians, and celebrity guests. Opry 100: A Live Celebration will spotlight unforgettable collaborations, revisit iconic Opry moments, and feature exclusive digital content honoring the artists, fans, and songs that have shaped country music.
The telecast will be executive produced by Silent House Productions’ Emmy Award winners Baz Halpin, Mark Bracco and Linda Gierahn, along with R.A. Clark and Steve Buchanan.
Music Mayhem compiled a full list of everything you need to know about the Opry 100: A Live Celebration, including how and when to watch, who’s hosting, who’s performing and more. See below.
How And When To Watch
The Opry 100: A Live Celebration special will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House as well as the historic Ryman Auditorium (former home of the Opry) in Nashville on Wednesday, March 19 at 8/7c. The three-hour show will air live in real time on NBC, and will simulcast on Peacock, from 8-11 PM EST.
Host
Country superstar Blake Shelton will host the Opry 100: A Live Celebration special.
Performers
The three-hour live celebration will feature performances from some of country music’s most acclaimed artists, including Opry members Alan Jackson, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Ashley McBryde, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Jamey Johnson, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Marty Stuart, Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery, Jeannie Seely, Lauren Alaina, Sara Evans, Ricky Skaggs, Steven Curtis Chapman, Terri Clark, Bill Anderson, Chris Janson, Dustin Lynch, Trace Adkins, Travis Tritt, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill and more.
Special Guests
Several other fan-favorites and Opry cast members will make special appearances, including Randy Travis, Amy Grant, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, Post Malone, The War And Treaty and Yolanda Adams and more.
Songs Being Performed
Reba McEntire will honor two of country music’s most cherished icons, Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn, with a heartfelt and powerful tribute, celebrating their unmatched contributions to the genre.
Post Malone & Travis Tritt will deliver an unforgettable rendition of Tritt’s classic hit, “T.R.O.U.B.L.E.” Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood will pay tribute to George Jones and Tammy Wynette, honoring one of country music’s most influential duos.
Carly Pearce will salute the Queen of Country, Dolly Parton, with a heartfelt homage.
Blake Shelton, Trace Adkins & Clint Black will bring a nostalgic ‘90s party jam, celebrating the era that defined a generation of country fans.
Alan Jackson will take fans back in time with his timeless anthem, “Chattahoochee,” one of the most iconic songs in country music history.
Keith Urban will wow the audience with a stunning rendition of “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue,” as Crystal Gayle watches from the audience.
Barbara Mandrell returns to television to introduce Kelsea Ballerini, who will perform Mandrell’s signature song, “I Was Country When Country Wasn’t Cool.”
Jelly Roll & Ashley McBryde will join forces for a powerful tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash.
Aloe Blacc & The McCrary Sisters will honor Opry legend Charley Pride with a soulful performance of his signature hit, “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’.”
Luke Combs will perform his breakout hit “Hurricane” along with a beloved country classic.
Lainey Wilson & Marty Stuart will team up for a Hank Williams classic, followed by Lainey’s chart-topping debut smash, “Things A Man Oughta Know.”
Tickets
Newly-released tickets are now available at Opry.com.
