MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (MARCH 12, 2025) — Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) and the Grand Ole Opry are teaming up for an extraordinary celebration of country music history at CCMF 2025. As CCMF marks its 10-year anniversary and the Grand Ole Opry commemorates an incredible 100 years, this landmark partnership will honor the legacy of the Opry while spotlighting the future of country music with exclusive performances, special experiences, and exciting fan opportunities.
CCMF has long been a showcase for country music’s biggest stars, many of whom are proud members of the Grand Ole Opry. This year, fans will see that Opry tradition take center stage with a variety of special elements, including: Opry NextStage Spotlight:The Opry’s NextStage program, which champions rising stars in country music, will feature Kaitlin Butts, Kashus Culpepper, and Tigirlily Gold performing on the CCMF stages. These up-and-coming artists represent the next wave of country talent, blending raw storytelling with fresh, modern sounds. Opry NextStage alumni, including Lainey Wilson, Conner Smith, Jackson Dean and Priscilla Block will also be performing over the four day festival.
The Opry Mic Comes to CCMF: Making its first-ever fest debut, a newly designed Opry microphone stand will be featured at CCMF in honor of the Opry’s 100-year anniversary. Opry members and NextStage artists will have the opportunity to perform with this signature piece of country music history—bringing the spirit of the Grand Ole Opry to the shores of Myrtle Beach. Opry Members at CCMF: CCMF 2025 will welcome several artists who have graced the Grand Ole Opry stage. Lainey Wilson, celebrating her first anniversary as an Opry member, will join fellow Opry members, Rascal Flatts and Chris Young, alongside Opry performers, Jelly Roll, Chase Rice, Brantley Gilbert,Tyler Hubbard and Mitchell Tenpenny bringing the heart of the Opry to festgoers.
CCMFBeKind Giveaway: Fans will have the chance to experience the magic of the Grand Ole Opry firsthand with ticket giveaways to the historic Nashville venue through CCMFBeKind. Additional surprises will be unveiled throughout the festival weekend, making this celebration truly unforgettable.
“Country music is all about storytelling, tradition, and connection, and there’s no greater institution that embodies that than the Grand Ole Opry,” said Bob Durkin, co-founder of Southern Entertainment. “As CCMF celebrates 10 years, we’re honored to deepen our partnership with the Opry and give fans a once-in-a-lifetime fest experience.” CCMF 2025 will take place June 5-8, 2025, in Myrtle Beach, SC, with a stacked lineup featuring Kid Rock, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Rascal Flatts, Brantley Gilbert, Chris Young, The Beach Boys, and more. The fest has sold out in recent years, and with this year’s historic celebration, tickets are expected to go fast.
