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Opry Country Christmas plays eleven nights at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, all at 7:00 p.m., from Nov 30 to Dec 22, 2026. It is not nightly: the dates are Nov 30, Dec 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 20, 21 and 22. Ticket prices are sold through AXS and are not on the Opry’s own pages, so we list none. Everything below was read on opry.com on 2026-10-29.
At a Glance
| Detail | What the organizer says |
|---|---|
| Dates | Nov 30, Dec 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 20, 21 and 22, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 p.m.; about 2 hours with a 15-minute intermission |
| Where | Opry House, 600 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville |
| Lineups | Listed per date by the Opry, each ending with “more to be announced” |
| Tickets | Sold through AXS; prices are not on opry.com. Limit of 14 show tickets per purchase; children under 4 are free but must sit with a guardian. |
| Parking | Pre-purchase is available for evening shows from 5 p.m.; enter via Opry Mills. The price is not on the pages we read. |
| Box office | 9 a.m.-5 p.m., until 7:30 p.m. on show days |
What to Know Before You Go
- RefundsAll purchases are non-refundable and cannot be canceled.
- Food and drinkNone from outside, including water.
- StrollersMust be collapsible and are checked at the door.
- CamerasCompact digital, single-use and 35mm cameras are allowed; video cameras, tripods, monopods and tablets are not.
- DressNo dress code, festive encouraged; the house stays around 70 degrees.
- AccessAccessible seating is bought through AXS; free wheelchairs are first come with photo ID; assistive listening devices are at the Tour Desk.
- SantaA cameo only, with no meet and greet or photo spot.
Still Unconfirmed
- Ticket prices and package contents (sold off-site on AXS).
- The pre-purchase parking price.
- Door-open time, bag policy and weather policyNot stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Opry Country Christmas?
Eleven shows at 7:00 p.m.: Nov 30, Dec 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 20, 21 and 22. It is not nightly.
How long is the show?
About 2 hours with a 15-minute intermission.
Does Santa meet guests?
Santa makes a cameo, but the Opry says there is no Santa meet and greet or photo opportunity.
Can I get a refund?
The Opry says all purchases are non-refundable and cannot be canceled.
Can I bring a stroller or outside food?
Strollers must be collapsible and checked at the door. Outside food and drinks, including water, are not allowed.
Sources
- Opry Country Christmas, checked 2026-10-29
- Opry House FAQs, checked 2026-10-29
Coming Up Near Nashville
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- A Country Christmas at Gaylord Opryland (ice! featuring Home Alone, ice tubing, ice skating, Santa photos, POMP SNOW & CIRQUEumstance)Nov 6 – Jan 2 · Nashville
- Sip, Shop & Stroll Downtown After 5: Holiday EditionNov 6 · Murfreesboro · about 30 mi
Places Nearby
- Bicentennial Capitol MallState park · in Nashville
- Radnor Lake State Natural AreaState park · in Nashville
- Tennessee State MuseumMuseum · in Nashville
- Tennessee State CapitolOther · in Nashville
Straight-line distance from the centre of Nashville, not driving miles. Events within 40 miles, places within 25. Dates come from our checked events list and may change; confirm with the organizer.
Cite this page: It's Tennessee, “Opry Country Christmas 2026: Dates, Rules and Tips”, itstennessee.com/opry-country-christmas-nashville/ (updated ). By the It's Tennessee editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.