The Grand Ole Opry’s monumental 100th anniversary will be commemorated with a live NBC special, Opry 100: A Live Celebration, airing on Wednesday, March 19, from 8 to 11 p.m. ET.

The event will also be simulcast on Peacock and hosted by Opry member and country superstar Blake Shelton.
The three-hour live broadcast will feature an extraordinary lineup of performances by Opry members, including Ashley McBryde, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Clint Black, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, Luke Combs, Marty Stuart, Reba McEntire, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, and a special appearance by Randy Travis.
Fan favourites such as Amy Grant, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, and The War and Treaty will also take the stage, with additional members and surprise guests to be announced soon.
“Becoming a member of the Opry is one of the greatest highlights of my life and career,” says Shelton.
“Fifteen years later, I still feel that same sense of reverence and excitement every time I step onto that stage.
"The Grand Ole Opry has been bringing together the country music family for 100 years, and I’m so proud to be part of this historic celebration.”
A limited number of tickets for the live event will be available for purchase starting Friday, January 31, at 10 a.m. CT on opry.com.
Patrick Moore, CEO of Opry Entertainment Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the milestone event: “We’re thrilled to partner with our Grand Ole Opry members to create a truly unforgettable evening as we kick off the Opry’s 100th year.
"This special night will connect millions of country music fans to the magic of the Opry, and we hope it inspires them to visit Nashville as we celebrate this incredible milestone throughout the year.”
The live broadcast will be executive produced by Emmy Award-winning Silent House Productions team Baz Halpin, Mark Bracco, and Linda Gierahn, alongside R.A. Clark and Steve Buchanan.
“It’s an honour to celebrate 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry, a stage that has shaped the legacy of country music and welcomed countless iconic voices,” shares Bracco, Silent House Productions President.
“We are humbled to bring this historic moment to life, paying tribute to the artists and stories that have made the Opry a timeless symbol of musical excellence.”
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