The “Circle” was brought back to the Opry House on August 25, 2010 after months of being refurbished. The circle was submerged under 46 plus inches of mud and water after the flooding. As soon as the water receded, it was removed and work to restore it began. Brad Paisley and Little Jimmy Dickens were on hand when the circle was returned home. The six foot oak circle was taken from the Ryman Auditorium and moved to the Opry House in 1974.
The Opry is not just celebrating it’s return to the Opry House, but it will also be celebrating it’s 85th birthday this year. There are many special events planned with plenty of stars on hand to help celebrate. Little Jimmy Dickens and Brad Paisley are among several artists expected to perform at the first show. Blake Shelton, Josh Turner, Jason Aldean and many others will also make appearances.
The Opry has been held at The Opry House since 1974. Not one show was missed after the flood in May, as the Opry was held at different locations throughout Nashville.
Other special events are planned to help celebrate the return to The Opry House and the Grand Ole Opry’s 85th birthday. Spirit of Nashville Day is scheduled for October 2nd. The Opry is inviting Nashville to come and tour the Opry House since the renovations. Fans will be able to see the circle and several new changes, including the new dressing rooms and the artist entrance. There will be free music all day at the Opry Plaza. Of course, the 85th Birthday bash is scheduled for October 8-9. This will be a big weekend at the Opry House, offering backstage tours, a party in the Opry Plaza, which is free to attend and the Grand Ole Opry will have many artists on hand to help celebrate.
You can go to opry.com to view the schedule for the Grand Ole Opry and the special events planned and purchase tickets.
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