American Idol Season 24 Champion Hannah Harper Unveils ‘String Cheese’ Tour Schedule and Celebrates Upcoming Grand Ole Opry Debut

American Idol champion Hannah Harper, who clinched the title in the 24th season, has unveiled her String Cheese Tour schedule, which will feature a special stop at the iconic Grand Ole Opry. Hannah, a 26-year-old mother of three from Willow Springs, Missouri, triumphed over her fellow finalists, Jordan McCullough and Keyla Richardson, during the show’s finale on May 11.

Hannah’s journey to winning American Idol was marked by her standout audition, where she performed an original piece titled “String Cheese.” This heartfelt song, inspired by her battle with postpartum depression after the birth of her youngest son, resonated widely and garnered over 120 million views, securing her position as a favorite.

Throughout the competition, Hannah showcased her unique country flair in her performances, choosing a mix of genres. Her song list included not only country hits but also classics like Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide,” “Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog, and Alicia Keys’ “No One,” which she performed in the finale under Keys’ mentorship. During the final episode, she delivered her original tracks, “Married Into This Town” and “String Cheese,” and teamed up with country legend Lee Ann Womack for a duet of “I Hope You Dance.” Following her victory, Hannah revisited the inspirational “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” by Chris Tomlin.

Throughout American Idol season 24, Hannah infused her song choices with her own country music style, including tunes from outside of the genre such as “Landslide” by Fleetwood Mac, “Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog, and “No One” by guest mentor Alicia Keys, which she sang during the finale. Hannah’s other American Idol season 24 finale performances included her two original songs, “Married Into This Town” and “String Cheese.” She also sang a duet of “I Hope You Dance” with country music superstar Lee Ann Womack. After Hannah was crowned the winner, she sang a reprise of her Songs of Faith Night song, “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” by Chris Tomlin.

American Idol Season 24 Winner Hannah Harper Will Make Her Grand Ole Opry Debut

In a Facebook post, Hannah announced that she’ll make her debut at the prestigious Grand Ole Opry on June 2, 2026. She’ll be performing alongside American Idol season 4 winner and current judge Carrie Underwood, and singer Avery Anna. In the caption of the post, Hannah wrote, “AHHHHH!!!! I truly don’t know if this will ever feel real…On June 2nd, I get to debut at the Grand Ole Opry.”

Hannah then gushed about how singing at the Grand Ole Opry was a dream come true. She wrote, “What an overwhelming honor it is to step into that circle that carries so much history, legacy, and heart within country music. As a little girl, this was one of those dreams that felt far too big to even speak out loud. Yet somehow, the Lord has continued to write a story bigger than anything I could have imagined for myself.”

Hannah concluded her post by saying, “There truly couldn’t be a more meaningful place to step into this next chapter than the Grand Ole Opry.”

American Idol Season 24 Winner Hannah Harper’s String Cheese Tour Dates

In a Facebook post, Hannah revealed her String Cheese Tour dates, which include stops in several major cities this summer and fall. The tour begins on June 2 in Nashville, Tennessee at the Grand Ole Opry and wraps up on November 14 at the Bartlett Performing Arts & Conference Center in Bartlett, Tennessee. During the tour, Hannah will also perform in her hometown of Willow Springs, Missouri, along with Arkansas, Kentucky, Georgia, Iowa, North Carolina, and South Carolina. On September 30, Hannah will perform at Dollywood in Tennessee.

In the caption of the post, Hannah wrote, “The official String Cheese Tour dates are finally HERE. Check the dates and see if we’re headed to your neck of the woods!! We seriously cannot wait to see y’all out on the road this year. Tickets are live now on the website! www.hannahharpermusic.com.”

Hannah has the potential to become one of the most successful American Idol winners. Historically, country music singers have had tremendous success after the show, including Carrie, Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Kellie Pickler, Bucky Covington, and Gabby Barrett. Hannah has a phenomenal voice and beautiful stage presence. She knows exactly who she is. Hannah has star power, while still being completely relatable, which is a rare quality. Hannah’s String Cheese Tour is only the beginning of what will be a long and successful music career. She’s about to become another superstar in the American Idol galaxy.

Sources: Hannah Harper/Facebook, Hannah Harper/Facebook