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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Entertainment
Maria Sherman

New Dolly Parton festival to take place in London and Nashville to celebrate icon’s legacy

A two-day festival honoring Dolly Parton will take place across consecutive weekends in Nashville and London in 2027, her estate announced, following the icon's death from cancer last week at age 80.

Dollyfest was originally envisioned for January 2026 to mark her 80th birthday, with Parton planned as both host and performer. The event has now been repurposed to celebrate her legacy, according to a press statement released Monday morning.

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