It’s officially Dolly Parton Day, with parades, pink lights and book drives
Fans of country music icon Dolly Parton observed an unofficial "Dolly Day" on September 25, a date chosen to reference her 1980 hit song and film "9 to 5." Celebrations took place in multiple cities including Charleston-area locations and New Orleans, featuring parades, pink lights, and book drives. The day has now been officially recognized.

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3 developments- Sep 23Only center coverage:'Dolly Day' celebrations planned on Folly Beach and Sullivan’s Island
- Sep 24It's officially Dolly Parton Day, with parades, pink lights and book drives
- Sep 27Only center coverage:New Orleans celebrates Dolly Parton Day, in photos
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5 viewpointsNew Orleans celebrates Dolly Parton Day, in photos
Manhattan Borough President celebrates Dolly Parton Appreciation Day with program promoting literacy
Brandi Carlile recalls first time meeting Dolly Parton 10 years ago on 'Dolly Day'
Colorado celebrates Dolly Parton’s legacy with a weekend of rhinestones and reading
Today is Dolly Parton Day: Why fans are celebrating the iconic singer and country star on September 25
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18 viewpointsNew Orleans celebrates Dolly Parton Day, in photos
In true Dolly Parton fashion, SoCal celebrates day honoring star with book drives, donations
A nod to '9 to 5,' San Francisco celebrates first-ever Dolly Parton Day
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1 viewpointDolly Parton Day honors the late country legend with parades, pink lights and book drives
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1 articleDolly Parton Day declared in various cities and states across the US on 9/25
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