All-Star Country Lineup to Sing Sounds of the Season in New 'Christmas at the Opry' Special
Mickey Guyton, Wynonna Judd, Kelly Clarkson
For nearly a century the Grand Ole Opry has been the ultimate stage to the world’s greatest country music. Legends like Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, Jeannie Seely, Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, June Carter Cash and Johnny Cash have performed and made history on its stage.
And this year, fans around the world can experience Christmas at Music City's beloved mecca without leaving home. The country music special, Christmas at the Opry will air Dec 7 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC.
Performed and recorded before a live audience on Oct. 3, the two-hour program features classic Christmas songs and is hosted by country legend Wynonna Judd.
No stranger to performing holiday songs, Wynonna’s Classic Christmas and Christmas Time with the Judds albums are go-to records for many. Almost a decade ago, she even performed A Simpler Christmas Tour in 2014.
“It’s the best and worst time of year for some, but for others, people are getting married and having children. A lot of the guys in my crew are having babies. It’s a real mixture….,” Wynonna told Billboard in 2014. She lost her own mother Naomi in 2022. “I can feel all this love, and it being a wonderful time of year for so many, but I can also feel the loss.”
Here’s everything we know so far about Christmas at the Opry.
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Who is performing at Christmas at the Opry?
Country music icons and beloved artists will perform during Christmas at the Opry. The biggest names include:
Adam Doleac
Breland
Brenda Lee
Chris Janson
Chrissy Metz
Kelly Clarkson
Lauren Alaina
Meghan Patrick
Mickey Guyton
Mitchell Tenpenny
Trace Adkins
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Where was Christmas at the Opry filmed?
Christmas at the Opry was filmed at the historic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville on Oct. 3. The taping at the country music mecca was before a live audience.
When can I watch Christmas at the Opry?
Christmas at the Opry, a two-hour special, will be broadcast Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. The special will stream on Peacock the next day.
Is Christmas at the Opry on Netflix?
Sadly, no. Christmas at the Opry, will only stream on Peacock.
What songs will stars sing on Christmas at the Opry?
According to NBC, Christmas at the Opry will feature Christmas favorites, holiday classics and today’s biggest hits along with plenty of holiday merriment. Stay tuned for more specifics!
Who is hosting Christmas at the Opry?
Wynonna Judd
Country superstar Wynonna is hosting Christmas at the Opry. She was just bestowed the Country Champion award at the first-ever People’s Choice Country Awards, which was also held at the Grand Ole Opry House. Wynonna was honored for her decades-long career and heroic efforts around philanthropy and activism.
"Wynonna is one of the most recognized and lauded performers in country music,” said Cassandra Tryon from NBCUniversal Entertainment, in a statement. “Not only is she incredibly talented, her selflessness and passion for putting the needs of others in the spotlight is unmatched. We can’t think of a better person to honor as our inaugural ‘Country Champion’ and to celebrate the holidays with across these two major country music events.”
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