The Grand Ole Opry is commemorating its landmark 100th anniversary with a long-awaited event for fans. As part of the Opry 100 Honors series in 2026, the institution will pay tribute to country music legend Hank Williams at the Ryman Auditorium on January 10. For the first time ever on the Opry stage, all three of his grandchildren, Hilary Williams, Holly Williams, and Sam Williams, will perform together.
These three siblings, children of Hank Williams Jr. and grandchildren of Hank Williams Sr., have each made their mark in Nashville individually. However, this special tribute marks the first time the family trio will come together in an official Opry event. The late Hank Williams, who passed away at the young age of 29 in 1953, left behind a lasting legacy in country music.
This rare moment brings a direct connection to one of country music’s most influential legacies. Fans may recall the siblings’ first public performance together during Another Round on CMT in 2020. The upcoming Opry tribute promises to bring that same emotional weight and energy to one of the most historic stages in American music.
The Hank Williams tribute kicks off the 2026 Opry 100 Honors series, with additional appearances scheduled by Opry members Steven Curtis Chapman and Terri Clark. This event is just one of many special celebrations planned to extend the Opry’s centennial celebration into the new year.
As the Opry gears up for the holiday season, Opry Country Christmas returns on November 30 for its fifth year. Hosted by Larry Gatlin, the show will feature performances from Dailey & Vincent, Lorrie Morgan, Ashley McBryde, and other country music stars. Additionally, a new Hallmark Channel movie titled A Grand Ole Opry Christmas will premiere on November 29, featuring original music by Brad Paisley and appearances from various country music artists.
The Opry will continue its centennial celebrations with a special all-star member show on November 28, marking the exact 100th anniversary of its inaugural 1925 broadcast. The festivities will culminate in a historic trip to New York’s Carnegie Hall on March 20 for An Evening with the Grand Ole Opry as part of Carnegie Hall’s United in Sound: America at 250 festival.
With new holiday shows, a Hallmark movie, a Carnegie Hall appearance, and a tribute to Hank Williams that brings three generations together, the Opry is wrapping up its centennial year with unforgettable moments that only it can deliver.
Experience the magic of the Opry’s centennial celebrations by visiting opry.com for tickets and the full Opry 100 schedule.
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