Grand Ole Opry Celebrates 90th Anniversary

Written by Lauren Laffer
Grand Ole Opry Celebrates 90th Anniversary

Grand Ole Opry 90th birthday

The Grand Ole Opry hosted a milestone celebration over the weekend for it’s 90th Anniversary!

To mark the occasion, a number of superstars performances took place on the stage that made country music famous. On Friday (10/2), Little Big Town’s appearance featured a surprise on-stage collaboration with The Oak Ridge Boys, singing the classic hit “Elvira.” Both groups were presented with 90th anniversary member gifts from Opry Vice President and General Manager Pete Fisher.

“For 90 years, Opry members have been the heart and soul of the show that made country music famous,” Fisher said. “Moments like these connecting generations of great country artists are what the Grand Ole Opry is all about.”

On Saturday (10/3), Carrie Underwood, The Oak Ridge Boys, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, Trace Adkins, and more took the stage to continue the weekend-long celebration. ABC’s Robin Roberts was also in attendance for the celebration that included a “Happy Birthday” singalong and balloon drop.

Carrie Underwood Opry

ABC’s Nashville’s Charles Esten, Sam Palladio, Chris Carmack, and Aubrey Peeples were also on hand throughout the weekend, appearing in the packed Opry Plaza for free performances.

The 90th Anniversary celebration continues tomorrow, Oct. 6 with appearances from Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Marty Stuart and more. Upcoming Opry appearances include Kelsea Ballerini, Easton Corbin, Charlie Daniels Band, Loretta Lynn, Alison Krauss, Rascal Flatts, and many others.