Country music fans in the UK are about to experience a once-in-a-lifetime event: the Grand Ole Opry is heading overseas for the very first time. The legendary Nashville institution will bring its famous stage show to London’s Royal Albert Hall on Friday, September 26, 2025, for a history-making night of music, collaborations, and country spirit.
The lineup is nothing short of spectacular. Opry members Luke Combs, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Darius Rucker and Marty Stuart will take the stage, joined by UK guests Mumford & Sons and Scottish folk favorites Breabach. Fans can expect a mix of modern country hits, timeless classics, and some very special one-off collaborations that could only happen at an Opry show.
If you can’t be there in person, don’t worry. BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds will broadcast the full concert on Thursday, October 2 at 7 p.m., letting fans across the UK experience the Opry exactly as it happened. Later in October, BBC Two will air a TV highlights special, so you can relive the magic from your living room. Both broadcasts will also be available on BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer for 30 days after airing.
Tickets for the Royal Albert Hall are in short supply, but a final batch—including Gallery Standing tickets—will be released on Friday, September 12 at 10 a.m. via the Royal Albert Hall box office and royalalberthall.com.
In the U.S., fans can also join in. WSM Radio, the Opry’s flagship home, will air the entire London show live as part of a special day celebrating the Opry’s first international broadcast.
Adding to the excitement, the Opry has partnered with Julien’s Auctions to offer fans the chance to win an exclusive experience. The package includes premium tickets, access to a rehearsal, and signed memorabilia including an event poster and a copy of 100 Years of the Grand Ole Opry. Proceeds benefit the Opry Trust Fund, which has supported the country music community for nearly 60 years. Bidding is open now at juliensauctions.com and closes on September 19.
This is more than just a concert—it’s a piece of country music history. Whether you’re in the Royal Albert Hall crowd or tuning in from home, “Grand Ole Opry: Live in London” promises to be a night fans will be talking about for years to come.
