Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Embarks on $224 Million Expansion

Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center has announced a transformative $224 million expansion, set to be fully completed by 2027. This ambitious project will solidify Opryland’s position as the U.S.'s largest non-gaming hotel by exhibit and meeting space, according to Ryman Hospitality Properties, the resort’s owner.

Elevating Nashville's Status as a Meetings Hub

"Our premium group customers are seeking modern, flexible carpeted meeting space, and this expansion will deliver the high-quality experience our guests have come to expect from us," said Ryman Hospitality Properties President and CEO Mark Fioravanti. This expansion is expected to attract new corporate groups to Music City, boosting Nashville’s reputation as a top-tier convention destination.

Nashville’s growth as a convention and event hub is further supported by the opening of the new Nissan Stadium in 2027, along with more international flight options and the city’s enduring popularity fueled by country music.

Highlights of the Expansion

The $224 million investment includes several key projects:

1. Renovations Underway:

   • A $17 million remodel of the Governor’s ballroom and adjoining space, set to finish by this month.

   • A $36 million renovation of the Presidential ballroom, expected by mid-2025.

   • A $40 million, 550-seat sports bar and outdoor space, to open later this year.

2. Future Developments:

   • More than 100,000 square feet of new meeting space, to be completed by Spring 2027 at a cost of $131 million.

   • A 31,000-square-foot ballroom, approximately 38,000 square feet of breakout space, and 39,000 square feet of adjoining group space, bringing Opryland’s total exhibit and meeting space to over 750,000 square feet.

Confidence in Nashville’s Future

Fioravanti emphasized that this project reflects Ryman Hospitality’s confidence in both Gaylord Opryland and Nashville’s trajectory as a destination. "This investment doesn’t only demonstrate our confidence in Opryland, it’s also an expression of our confidence in Nashville and where the city is heading as a destination," he said.

With the ongoing expansion, Nashville is poised to attract larger conventions and events, further bolstering its economy and global appeal. Whether you’re visiting for business or leisure, Gaylord Opryland’s upgraded facilities promise an unparalleled experience.