NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Lightning 100 and Opry Entertainment Group announce the return of Nashville’s beloved concert series, “Live on The Green.” In celebration of the series’ return, a “Live on The Green” Lawnwarming Party will take place on Oct. 18 at Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater. The special launch party event will feature performances from alumni “Live on The Green” headliners, Guster and Grace Potter, along with additional artists to be announced.
“With the help of our friends at Opry Entertainment Group, we’re thrilled to celebrate the return of “Live on The Green” in 2027 with a special Lawnwarming Party this October,” said Lester Turner Jr., President of Tuned In Broadcasting, Inc. parent company of Lightning 100. “Since its inception in 2009, the series has always focused on bringing Nashville together through great music. We are making good on that promise and providing over 1,000 free tickets to the community and other affordable ticket options. We can’t wait to see you there, Nashville!”
Reserved tickets to the “Live on The Green” Lawnwarming Party go on sale at 8:00 a.m. CT, on Friday, Aug. 28 at ascendamphitheater.com. Lightning 100 and Opry Entertainment Group are offering 1,000 free tickets to fans who register at liveonthegreen.com through tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 11:59 p.m. CT. Winners will be notified on Thursday, Aug. 27.
Additional opportunities to receive free tickets will be available through Lightning 100’s on-air contests, their online Ticket Window and various on-site promotions leading up to the party. For fans looking to enhance their experience, premium reserved seats and VIP Front Access tickets are also available for purchase at ascendamphitheater.com.
Opry Entertainment Group’s Vice President of Amphitheaters and Festivals, Shawn Krauel adds, “We’re excited to welcome “Live on The Green” to Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater and give fans a preview of what they can expect when the series returns next year. Our goal is to build on the community and festival atmosphere that have made this concert series so special while creating a new and elevated experience for all. With its purpose-built design and state-of-the-art production capabilities, Ascend Amphitheater is the ideal setting to bring that vision to life.”
Additional details about the “Live on The Green” Lawnwarming Party and other upcoming Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater concerts can be found at ascendamphitheater.com or by following Ascend Amphitheater on Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.
About Lightning 100:
Lightning 100 (WRLT-FM) has been locally owned and operated for 36 years, broadcasting at 100.1 MHz as Nashville’s longest‑running independent radio station. The station’s distinctive adult album alternative (AAA) format blends a wide spectrum of genres, championing independent, emerging, and national artists while maintaining a deep commitment to uplifting Nashville’s local music community. Beyond its on‑air identity, Lightning 100 proudly founded and produces Live on The Green, one of the city’s signature music festivals. The station has also earned national recognition, receiving the National Association of Broadcasters’ prestigious Crystal Award twice for its commitment to community service.
About Opry Entertainment Group:
Rooted in the unparalleled country music history of the Grand Ole Opry, Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), produces multi-platform entertainment experiences through its growing portfolio of owned and managed entertainment venues and live event businesses. This includes the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, the iconic Ryman Auditorium, WSM Radio, ACL Live at Moody Theater, the Blake Shelton-inspired Ole Red brand, the Luke Combs-inspired Category 10 brand, Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater, CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park and Southern Entertainment, a premier festival production company. Through concerts, tours, music-inspired restaurants, retail, publishing, digital content and more, OEG connects millions of music fans to the artists they love through experiences they’ll never forget. OEG is a subsidiary of Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP).
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