Grand Ole Opry: Live in London 2026 — How to Watch, Air Dates, and Performers
The Grand Ole Opry’s historic Royal Albert Hall show will air as a two-part special on August 22 and August 29.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Date Published: August 18, 2026
The Grand Ole Opry’s historic London performance is coming to audiences around the world as a special two-part edition of Opry Live.
Grand Ole Opry: Live in London will air on two consecutive Saturdays, August 22 and August 29, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT, giving fans a chance to watch the sold-out performance featuring Luke Combs, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Darius Rucker, Marty Stuart, Mumford & Sons, and Breabach.
The concert was recorded September 26, 2025, at London’s Royal Albert Hall as part of the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th anniversary celebration. The event marked the Opry’s first live broadcast from outside the United States in its century-long history.
How to Watch Grand Ole Opry: Live in London
Fans can watch Grand Ole Opry: Live in London through several platforms.
Part 1: Saturday, August 22 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT
Part 2: Saturday, August 29 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT
The specials will be available through:
The Grand Ole Opry’s official YouTube channel
The Grand Ole Opry’s official Facebook page
Circle Country
RFD-TV
For information about watching the Opry’s regular Saturday night broadcasts throughout the year, check out our complete How to Watch the Grand Ole Opry on TV and Streaming guide.
Who Performs on Grand Ole Opry: Live in London?
The historic London show brought together five Grand Ole Opry members along with special guests from the United Kingdom.
The lineup includes:
Luke Combs
Ashley McBryde
Carly Pearce
Darius Rucker
Marty Stuart
Mumford & Sons
Breabach
Opry announcer Kelly Sutton and BBC Radio 2’s Vernon Kay hosted the show.
Grand Ole Opry: Live in London Collaborations
Along with individual performances from the artists, the Royal Albert Hall show featured several collaborations created for the Opry 100 celebration.
Among the special performances were:
Luke Combs and Carly Pearce - “I Hope You’re Happy Now”
Marty Stuart and Ashley McBryde - “The Whiskey Ain’t Workin’”
Luke Combs and Marcus Mumford -“Always On My Mind”
Darius Rucker and Breabach -“Wagon Wheel”
Why Was the Grand Ole Opry London Show Historic?
The September 2025 concert marked the Grand Ole Opry’s first international performance in its 100-year history.
The sold-out show brought the Opry to London’s Royal Albert Hall and highlighted country music’s continued international growth while connecting Nashville’s musical traditions with artists and audiences in the United Kingdom.
The performance was part of the Opry’s centennial celebration, commemorating 100 years since the show began in Nashville in 1925.
Grand Ole Opry: Live in London FAQ
When does Grand Ole Opry: Live in London air?
Part 1 airs Saturday, August 22, 2026, and Part 2 airs Saturday, August 29, 2026. Both begin at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT.
Where can I watch Grand Ole Opry: Live in London?
The two-part special will be available through the Grand Ole Opry’s official Facebook and YouTube channels, Circle Country, and RFD-TV.
When was Grand Ole Opry: Live in London recorded?
The concert took place September 26, 2025, at Royal Albert Hall in London.
Who performs on Grand Ole Opry: Live in London?
The lineup includes Luke Combs, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce, Darius Rucker, Marty Stuart, Mumford & Sons, and Scottish folk group Breabach.
Was this the Grand Ole Opry’s first show outside the United States?
Yes. The Royal Albert Hall performance marked the Grand Ole Opry’s first international performance in its 100-year history.
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