NBC Re-Air of Opry 100: A Live Celebration Draws Country Fans Back to Nashville Stage

Nashville, TN (September 15, 2025) - NBC and Peacock re-aired Opry 100: A Live Celebration, the three-hour special commemorating the Grand Ole Opry’s centenary, live from the Opry House at 8 p.m. ET. The broadcast brought together legendary and contemporary country stars for a night of historic performances.

Nut Graf Marking the Opry’s 100th anniversary, the re-air sold out virtual viewership as fans nationwide tuned in to relive standout moments-from emotional tributes to blockbuster duets-underscoring the institution’s enduring influence on country music and pop culture.

Broadcast Details

  • Air Date & Time
  • Monday, September 15 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and streaming on Peacock.
  • Host
  • Opry member Blake Shelton presided over the festivities, opening the show with a spirited welcome song.

Highlights

  • Opening Set
  • Shelton kicked off with Joe Diffie’s “Pickup Man,” setting a celebratory tone with his trademark humor and energy.
  • Star-Studded Lineup
  • Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood and Post Malone joined Shelton onstage, each delivering powerhouse renditions of classic and modern hits.
  • Dolly Parton Tribute
  • A surprise video appearance by Dolly Parton led into a full-cast performance of “I Will Always Love You,” honoring her legacy despite her absence.
  • Historic Collaborations
  • Alison Krauss reunited with Brad Paisley for “Whiskey Lullaby,” while Luke Combs and Lainey Wilson offered fresh takes on Opry standards.

Why It Matters As the Grand Ole Opry celebrates a century of weekly broadcasts, this re-air reminded audiences of its role as country music’s heartbeat-from radio barn dances to global streaming events. The special reinforced the Opry’s mission of connecting generations through song and spotlighted the genre’s evolving sound.

Looking Ahead Further centennial events are planned nationwide, including international broadcasts and fan experiences, as Opry 100 celebrations continue through November at venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall.