Grand Ole Opry: Live Show & Backstage Tour Nashville

The Stage Door Opens After the Final Song

You watch a live Grand Ole Opry show with rotating country artists across roughly two hours, then join a guided backstage tour at 9:30pm where you explore dressing rooms, the Artist Entrance, and often step onto the stage itself into the wooden circle. The tour includes access to Studio A, the former HEE HAW television studio. Bring photo ID to exchange your voucher for tickets at the Box Office when you arrive.

Step-by-step itinerary

Grand Ole Opry show and backstage tour

• Attend live Grand Ole Opry concert
• Walk backstage after show ends
• Visit artist entrance and stage
• See themed dressing rooms
• Explore Studio A television studio

The experience

You don't expect the energy backstage to rival what you just saw on stage, but it does. The Grand Ole Opry show itself runs roughly two hours: multiple artists rotating through, each bringing their own sound, so you're not sitting through one long set but a real variety of country, bluegrass, and whatever else the lineup brings that night. Then at 9:30pm, right after the final bows, the backstage tour begins, and that's when the surprise hits: the place is still humming. You walk through the Artist Entrance where every performer you just watched came in hours earlier, and if the timing works, you get to step onto the stage itself, into that famous wooden circle that's hosted thousands of country music careers.

The 18 themed dressing rooms are scattered through the backstage area, each one decorated differently, and your guide (sometimes with help from videos featuring Darius Rucker and Opry announcer Bill Cody) explains the history woven into each space. It's the kind of detail that makes you realize how long this place has been doing this. Studio A, the old HEE HAW television studio, is usually part of the tour too, though availability can shift. The whole backstage experience moves at a natural pace. You're not rushed, but you're also not standing around waiting. Doors open an hour before the show starts, so you can settle in, grab a seat, and let the pre-show energy build for thirty minutes before the first artist takes the stage.

Standard and Premium seating options are available depending on what you book, and the venue is wheelchair accessible with room for strollers if you're bringing small children. Public transit is nearby if you're staying downtown. Just remember: you'll need to bring a valid photo ID to the Box Office on site (left of the main entrance, next to the retail shop) to exchange your voucher for your actual show tickets when you arrive. It's a quick step, but it's the one thing you have to do in person before you can sit down.

What’s included

Admission to the Grand Ole Opry live show with multiple artists performing over approximately two hours, a guided backstage tour beginning at 9:30pm after the show, access to the Artist Entrance, the opportunity to step on stage and into the wooden circle (subject to availability), a walk through 18 uniquely themed dressing rooms with historical context, a visit to Studio A (the former HEE HAW television studio, subject to availability), and Standard or Premium seating depending on your ticket choice.

Options for this experience

6 options

Price Level 6 seating plus tourGuide in English · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 6 seating covers the left and right sides of the balcony and the back of the balcony. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

Price Level 5 seating plus tourGuide in English · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 5 seating covers the center and the left and right sides of the balcony. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

Price Level 4 seating plus tourGuide in English · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 4 seating covers the back of the main floor and the left and right sections of the mezzanine. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

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Price Level 3 seating plus tourGuide in English · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 3 seating covers the sides and slightly back of the main floor, plus the center rows through the mezzanine. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

Price Level 2 seating plus tourGuide in English · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 2 seating covers the middle to back rows of the main floor and the front to middle rows across the center mezzanine. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

Price Level 1 seating plus tourGuide in English · Available from 30 Nov · 19:002025 Christmas show dates are December 1, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 21, 22 and 23; all other December dates are for the regular Opry Show. Price Level 1 seating is at the front of the center main floor, in the first few rows in front of the stage. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the show begins at 7 pm.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 19:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Opry Entertainment Group

Is this one for you?Right for anyone wanting to experience live country music on Nashville's most famous stage without arranging separate entertainment. The show and backstage access are bundled together, and the 9:30pm tour start means you're not leaving right after the final song. Plan for a full evening out. Doors open an hour before the 7pm showtime, and you won't be back until after 10:30pm or later.

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Top questions

What time does the backstage tour start?

The post-show backstage tour begins at 9:30pm, right after the Grand Ole Opry show ends (usually around 9pm).

How long is the Grand Ole Opry show?

The show runs approximately two hours, from around 7pm to 9pm.

Can you step on the stage?

Yes, post-show tours often include the possibility to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle, subject to availability.

What's included in the backstage tour?

The tour includes the Artist Entrance, 18 uniquely themed dressing rooms, Studio A (the former HEE HAW television studio), and often a chance to step on stage. Videos from Darius Rucker and Bill Cody provide context.

Do I need to bring anything?

Yes, bring a valid photo ID. You'll exchange your voucher for show tickets at the Box Office on site (left of the main entrance) when you arrive.

What time should I arrive?

Doors open one hour before the show starts. Pre-show entertainment begins 30 minutes before showtime.

Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs or strollers?

Yes, the Grand Ole Opry House is wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Are there different seating options?

Yes, both Standard and Premium seating options are available.

What if I want to visit during the Christmas show?

The Opry Country Christmas runs select dates in December with holiday performances by country stars. Check the specific dates when booking, as Christmas shows differ from regular Opry shows.

Is public transportation available?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the Grand Ole Opry House.