{
  "id": 9813893,
  "title": "Dolly Parton Day: Map of Areas Hosting Events to Honor Beloved Icon",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/dolly-parton-day-map-of-areas-hosting-events-to-honor-beloved-icon",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T18:50:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/entertainment/dolly-parton-day-2026-map-events-songs-12490446"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon, was honored across the United States on September 25. The date, written as 9/25, pays tribute to her 1980 hit \"9 to 5.\" Parton passed away at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Commemorations ranged from parades and pink-lit buildings to musical performances and fundraisers supporting children's literacy. California became the first state to officially recognize Dolly Parton Day, with Governor Gavin Newsom encouraging people to be kind and humble. Nashville, where Parton was born and raised, is hosting a citywide celebration centered around music, kindness, and giving. The city is lighting buildings pink and distributing Dolly-themed items, while participating venues will perform \"9 to 5\" and donate proceeds to local libraries and the Imagination Library. New Orleans plans a large public celebration, including a parade through the French Quarter and a cruise on the Mississippi River. Other cities and communities, such as San Francisco and Lexington, are also recognizing the day with various events to honor Parton's life and legacy.",
  "summary": "Dolly Parton Day is being marked across the U.S. on Friday, with cities, counties, businesses and fans celebrating the late icon.",
  "key_points": [
    "Dolly Parton celebrated on September 25, coinciding with her 1980 hit \"9 to 5\"",
    "California officially recognizes Dolly Parton Day, Governor Newsom encourages kindness",
    "Nashville hosts citywide celebration with pink lights, themed items, and 9 to 5 performances"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}