What’s Happening at the Grand Ole Opry in 2027: A Month-by-Month Guide
Plan your visit to the Grand Ole Opry in 2027 and experience country music all year long. From VIP experiences to summer Plaza Parties, the Opry’s Birthday Celebration, and holiday festivities, there’s always something worth adding to your Nashville itinerary. This guide highlights key events and experiences for country music fans.
We'll be updating this guide throughout the year as our calendar fills up with exciting events. Check back frequently for more information!
Planning your 2027 Opry visit
Book your Grand Ole Opry show tickets early, especially during the peak times of the year (Spring Break, CMA Fest, Holiday Season). No show is ever the same, so no matter who’s on the lineup, you’re guaranteed to have a good time. Artist lineups are updated weekly, so it’s recommended to sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when new names are added. Plus, enjoy exclusive offers, updates, and more.
January: Opry at the Ryman
Start your year with Opry at the Ryman. Our winter tradition continues at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, the most famous former home of the Grand Ole Opry. Its smaller room brings you closer to the stage and allows you to experience the show in one of the places that shaped it.
February: The Grand Ole Opry show
Get the best seats in the house at an Opry show in February. With performances from country superstars, newcomers, and legends—it’s never the same show twice!
March: Opry Women of Country Tours
March is Women’s History Month, a fitting time to meet the women who shaped country music on a Women of Country Tour. Sip a complimentary mimosa as you learn about the legendary ladies who defined a genre, including Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and more. Plus, get an exclusive photo op in our uniquely themed dressing room.
April: Opry Country Classics and Stagecoach
Our popular series, Opry Country Classics, returns in April. Grab the family and sing along to the classic songs that made you fall in love with country music. This unique experience is hosted by The Gatlin Brothers and features today’s country stars performing timeless classics in the same circle of wood they were performed on before.
For the younger crowd, escape to California for Stagecoach and experience the thrill of a festival. See Opry NextStage alumni Riley Green, Kaitlin Butts, Vincent Mason, Dasha, and more in the desert April 23-25.
May: ACM Awards
Watch your favorite Opry stars at the ACM Awards on May 16 in Las Vegas, NV or at home on Prime Video. Then keep the party going at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red and Luke Combs’ Category 10. Fun fact: Did you know that the ACM Awards were held at the Opry House in 2020 and 2021?
June: CMA Fest
Celebrate CMA Fest at the Opry. While you’re in town, stop by for star-studded lineups, free live music on the plaza, and surprises that can only happen at the home of country music.
July: Plan a summer Opry visit
Our outdoor concert series continues on the Opry Plaza in July. Enjoy free live music from Nashville’s next before the show and soak up the sounds of summer with us.
August: Opry VIP Backstage Tours
End your summer on a high note with a VIP Backstage Tour. Go behind-the-scenes with an intimate group, access rare archival footage, and see the Opry like never before in August.
September: Americana Fest
Celebrate roots and Americana music around Nashville each September with endless shows, special panels, and networking opportunities. The Grand Ole Opry’s former home, Ryman Auditorium, has hosted the Americana Music Honors & Awards ceremony since 2005. Stay tuned for more details!
October: Opry Birthday Celebration
Join the Opry birthday celebration in October. For over a century, the Grand Ole Opry has been throwing unforgettable birthday parties. See the biggest names in country music, enjoy festive photo ops, exclusive Tailgate Parties, and of course, birthday cake.
November: CMA Awards
The CMA Awards return to Nashville each November to award the year’s biggest names, top songs, and special moments. Stay tuned for more information!
December: Opry Country Christmas continues
The merriest show in Music City returns in December. Opry Country Christmas brings holiday hits to life on our world-famous stage. Complete with festive decorations, your favorite Opry members, and even a surprise appearance from Santa himself, this is one Nashville tradition you don’t want to miss.
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