Opry 100: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Night of Country Legends, Hidden Tributes, and Unseen Moments
The Grand Ole Opry, after a hundred years of showcasing the greatest talents in country music, held an unforgettable live Opry 100 celebration, bringing together some of the most prominent stars in today’s country scene for a milestone evening.
The star-studded event featured appearances by legendary performers like Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, and Carrie Underwood, alongside modern icons like Eric Church, Dierks Bentley, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, and Post Malone. Other unforgettable acts included The War & Treaty, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Clint Black, Trace Adkins, Marty Stuart, Alan Jackson, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Yolanda Adams, Ricky Skaggs, Terri Clark, Steven Curtis Chapman, Jamey Johnson, and Randy Travis.
The night was packed with emotional moments and musical diversity, showing the remarkable depth of talent that calls the Opry home. Luke Combs stood out with a phenomenal performance that had the entire arena on their feet, proving once again why he remains a fan favorite across generations.
Blake Shelton Led the Opry 100 with Style and Spirit
Blake Shelton took center stage as both the host and performer for Opry 100, entertaining the audience with his trademark humor before delivering a vibrant rendition of “Pickup Man.”
Shelton didn’t perform alone—he was joined by Trace Adkins and Clint Black for a lively ‘90s throwback “Party Jam” mashup, blending their classic country anthems into a high-energy crowd-pleaser that had the arena roaring with nostalgia.
Clint Black energized the audience with his hit “Nothin’ but the Taillights,” while Trace Adkins added his signature deep vocals to a bold performance of “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing,” making for a celebration that transported fans back to country’s golden decade.
The Moment That Never Made It to TV
While millions watched the televised version of Opry 100, those in the live audience experienced even more magic. Carrie Underwood delivered a moving tribute to Randy Travis, and Post Malone teamed up with Travis Tritt for a fun, unexpected duet that became one of the evening’s highlights, blending old-school grit with modern flair.
As the televised portion wrapped up on NBC and Peacock, more than 50 Opry members joined together onstage for a breathtaking group rendition of Dolly Parton’s timeless ballad, “I Will Always Love You,” creating an unforgettable emotional climax to the night.
Leading this touching moment were Lady A’s Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood, supported by powerhouse voices like Carrie Underwood and Reba McEntire. Their harmonies filled the arena, leaving the audience in awe as they celebrated decades of country excellence.
But what most viewers didn’t see was the encore performance after the cameras stopped rolling. The entire group stayed on stage to share one last song that became an intimate, once-in-a-lifetime moment for those in the arena.
This exclusive closing performance wasn’t broadcast and could only be witnessed by the lucky fans in attendance, making it one of the most cherished moments of the celebration, later shared online by Country Rebel for others to experience second-hand.
To officially end Opry 100, the massive ensemble of country legends joined voices for “Will the Circle Be Unbroken,” transforming the arena into a cathedral of sound, with thousands singing along in harmony, remembering the past while embracing the future.
The Grand Ole Opry later posted clips on their official Instagram account, and the full performance is available for fans to stream via Peacock. You can enjoy highlights in the clip above and see more moments in the slides from the posts below.
