Organizers have announced a major tribute concert celebrating Ray Stevens and his more than six decades in music. Don’t Look, Ethel! A Salute to the Musical Genius of Ray Stevens is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.
The announced lineup brings together several familiar names from country music, including Ricky Skaggs, Ronnie Milsap, Jamey Johnson, Gretchen Wilson, Mark Chesnutt, Lee Greenwood, Collin Raye, Darryl Worley, Mark Wills and Billy Dean. Randy Travis is also expected to make a special appearance, while comedian and country artist Cledus T. Judd will host the event.
The concert will highlight Stevens’ wide-ranging career as a singer, songwriter, musician and producer. His catalog includes comedy hits such as The Streak as well as the Grammy-winning Everything Is Beautiful.
Stevens has remained a distinctive figure in country and popular music, blending humor, musicianship and traditional songwriting throughout his career. The tribute is designed to recognize that legacy with performances from artists connected to multiple generations of country music.