Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry House
A live stage for the country music radio show that has aired since 1925. Newcomers and legends alike take turns performing, making it a pilgrimage site for country music fans.
The Grand Ole Opry is the longest-running radio program in the United States. It began broadcasting in 1925, presenting country music performances live on the radio. Each show lasts about 2 hours and usually features more than eight acts, ranging from legendary stars to newcomers. The current Grand Ole Opry House opened in 1974, and a circular section of the old floor, moved from the Ryman Auditorium, remains at the center of the stage. Performances are mostly held on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, with tickets costing about US$50 to $150. Backstage tours are available during the day. The venue is located in the Opryland complex, about 15 kilometers northeast of downtown.
Opening hours
Performances mostly Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings; guided tours by day
Nearby sights
- Gaylord Opryland Resort
- The Hermitage
- John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
- Johnny Cash Museum
- Printers Alley
- Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
- Ryman Auditorium
- Lower Broadway Honky-Tonks