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Dolly Parton estate announces 2-day festival ‘Dollyfest' to celebrate her legacy
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk Maria Sherman | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· August 31, 2026
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Key points The event will take place over two consecutive weekends in 2027. A festival celebrating the legacy of Dolly Parton has been announced.
A festival celebrating the legacy of Dolly Parton has been announced. The event will take place over two consecutive weekends in 2027. It was initially planned for January 2026, to coincide with a significant birthday, but was postponed due to health issues.
The festival will now be held in two cities. Further details about the event are available from the organizers.
A press release provided some background on the festival's planning and postponement, but full information can be found through the original announcement.
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Category: News Published: August 31, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories Reading time: 1 min
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