Festival honouring Dolly Parton set for Nashville and London
BBC • • entertainment
Key Points:
- DollyFest, a "star-studded" two-day festival celebrating Dolly Parton, will take place across two consecutive weekends in two cities in 2027, with specific dates to be announced later.
- The festival replaces a traditional public memorial for Parton, who passed away at age 80 on August 25 after a brief battle with cancer.
- DollyFest was originally conceived by Parton herself as a way to host and perform with other artists, but an earlier planned event for January 2026 was canceled due to her health issues.
- Organizers emphasize that the festival is an authentic tribute aligned with Parton's wishes, allowing fans and artists worldwide to celebrate her legacy while providing time for mourning and planning.
- Dolly Parton was a renowned country music icon, philanthropist, and businesswoman, best known for hits like "Coat of Many Colors," "Jolene," and "I Will Always Love You," and regarded songwriting as her primary form of self-expression.
