Today Marks The First-Ever “Dolly Parton Day”–AKA “9 To 5 Day”: A Series Of Events Being Held In Honor Of The Late Beloved Country Singer And Actress

Today, September 25, 2026, marks the first global celebration of “Dolly Parton Day” (affectionately dubbed “9 to 5 Day”), honoring the life, music, and philanthropy of the global icon who recently passed away at the age of 80. Chosen as a direct tribute to her classic working-class anthem, the 9/25 date has transformed both her home state of Tennessee and local communities across the country into seas of pink, denim, and rhinestones.

From the heart of Music City to neighborhood hangouts right here in Georgia, fans are gathering to pay their respects to the Queen of Country.

Nashville Becomes the Epicenter of Tributes

In Nashville, the celebration has taken over the entire city, mixing tribute performances with charitable giving. At exactly 5:00 PM, participating venues across downtown will simultaneously blast her signature anthem, “9 to 5,” culminating in a massive, citywide fireworks display tonight at 9:25 PM.

Local institutions are tying their doors to her legacy. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is hosting free community screenings of the 9 to 5 movie tonight, while the Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk, owned by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, announced it is donating 100% of today’s proceeds to the Nashville Public Library and Dolly’s world-renowned Imagination Library. For fans traveling to Tennessee, city anchors like the Nashville Zoo and the Cheekwood Estate are offering symbolic $9.25 entry discounts in honor of the day.

Meanwhile, the Country Music Association looked to the future, announcing that a major live tribute concert—“CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton”—will take place at Belmont University next month, with tickets going on sale this coming Wednesday, September 30.

Georgia Fans Paint the Towns Pink

You do not have to travel to Nashville to join the tribute. Across Georgia, local businesses have mobilized to give the music legend a proper Southern send-off tonight:

Red’s Beer Garden (Atlanta): Hosting an official 9 to 5 Celebration starting at 7:00 PM tonight. The event features specialized Dolly trivia, a costume contest, a live cover band at 8:00 PM, and ticket giveaways for Out Front Theatre’s upcoming 9 to 5 musical production.

The Nook on Piedmont Park (Atlanta): Running an all-day memorial event featuring Southern food specials, themed cocktails, a raffle, and a continuous broadcast of Dolly’s filmography. A portion of all food and drink sales will be funneled directly to the Imagination Library.

Chattahoochee Food Works (Atlanta): Throwing a pink-themed “Dolly Day Celebration” starting at 6:00 PM tonight, complete with a live country music DJ and custom cocktail menus.

The Hot Spot Studios (Fayetteville): Welcoming walk-in painters with a 10% discount today for anyone arriving in Dolly-inspired attire or painting country-themed pottery.

Avon Theater (Avondale Estates): Planning a extended celebration for next weekend. On Sunday, October 4, the roots-rock band Run Katie Run will perform “Here I Come Again: A Nod to Dolly Parton,” reimagining her deepest country and pop hits live.

As fans raise a glass—or a cup of ambition—to Dolly Parton tonight, the message across the region is clear: her voice, her generosity, and her timeless spirit will never be forgotten.