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Country music superstar Luke Combs alongside Opry Entertainment Group, a division of Ryman Hospitality Properties, has announced plans to open a massive multi-level entertainment complex in downtown Nashville.
Wildhorse Saloon will be reimagined as the Combs-inspired entertainment experience. The 69,000-square-foot complex with an indoor and outdoor capacity of nearly 3,200 people will be customized to reflect Combs’ passions for music, songwriting, whiskey, and sports. Features include a 1,500-person capacity concert footprint for ticketed events as well as a proposed 9,000- square-foot rooftop with unobstructed views of the Cumberland River and Nissan Stadium. The three interior levels will feature distinct entertainment experiences inspired by Combs’ songs, lifestyle, personal interests, and his connection to his Bootlegger fans.
“I knew there was something extraordinary about Luke from the first time I heard him perform ‘Hurricane,’” says Colin Reed, Executive Chairman of Ryman Hospitality Properties. “Even as he’s gone from filling bars to stadiums around the world, Luke has remained deeply committed to his fans and his craft. As the downtown entertainment district continues to evolve, we view this new experience as a tremendous opportunity to position Second Avenue with a global audience of country music lovers, anchored by Luke Combs’ massive international fan base.”
The venue’s music program will feature multiple live music experiences that include the existing main stage and dance floor with line dancing. In addition to daily live music, the venue plans to host a full calendar of ticketed concerts and events.
“I got my start in town playing on this stage and to have the opportunity to work with Opry Entertainment to transform it into my own bar is a dream come true,” says Luke Combs. “I can’t wait for my fans to see what we’re up to.”
Located at 120 Second Avenue North, the venue is expected to open in the summer of 2024. Wildhorse Saloon will still operate throughout the planned refurbishment period.