Nashville is going all out for the inaugural Dolly Day on September 25, 2026, a citywide celebration honoring Dolly Parton\u2019s music, generosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and lasting impact on Music City. From themed cocktails and live music to charitable fundraisers benefiting Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library, businesses across Nashville are joining together to celebrate the Queen of Country. Here’s where to raise a glass, do a little good, and pay tribute to one of Tennessee\u2019s most beloved icons.<\/p>\n
Dolly Day Nashville 2026 Events & Specials<\/p>\n
Butterfly at W Nashville \u2013 Enjoy Dolly-inspired cocktail specials all day, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Capitol View \u2013 Check out the brand-new Dolly Parton mural, then explore Dolly Day specials throughout the district, including free treats, themed fitness classes, shopping deals, cocktails benefiting Imagination Library, and Dolly-inspired giveaways from participating businesses.<\/p>\n
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum \u2013 Celebrate with a free screening of 9 to 5, archival Dolly footage, themed photo opportunities, and family-friendly activities.<\/p>\n
Federales \u2013 Sip a Pink Espol\u00f2n Ice Shot, with $1 from every shot sold donated to Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Fifth + Broadway \u2013 The downtown destination is transforming into a pink-filled Dolly Day celebration with themed cocktails, Dolly bingo, live music, shopping discounts, free commemorative buttons and bookmarks, a Jeni\u2019s fundraiser benefiting Imagination Library, and plenty of opportunities to channel your inner Dolly.<\/p>\n
Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk \u2013 The Broadway venue will donate 100% of September 25 sales and collect children’s books to benefit Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library and Nashville Public Library.<\/p>\n
Jeni\u2019s Ice Cream \u2013 Stop by from 2 to 5 p.m. for Dolly-inspired flavors, with 25% of in-shop sales benefiting Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Miranda Lambert\u2019s Casa Rosa, Jason Aldean\u2019s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, Luke\u2019s 32 Bridge, Posty\u2019s Bar, Lainey Wilson\u2019s Bell Bottoms Up & Morgan Wallen\u2019s This Bar & Tennessee Kitchen \u2013 Participating TC Restaurant Group venues will feature Dolly-themed cocktails, charitable giving opportunities, and special acts of kindness for dining in throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Parlour Bar at Dream Nashville \u2013 Order Dolly\u2019s Dirt Road Martini, with $1 from every cocktail sold through September donated to Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Poindexter, White Limozeen & Cross-Eyed Critters at Graduate Nashville \u2013 Expect Dolly tribute performances, movie screenings, karaoke, themed drinks, local vendors, and donations supporting Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Taziki\u2019s Mediterranean Caf\u00e9 \u2013 Enjoy a $9.25 Grilled Chicken Feast while supporting Dolly Parton\u2019s Imagination Library.<\/p>\n
Tennessee Brew Works \u2013 Celebrate with Dolly-inspired food and drinks, live music, Polly Darton Bingo, prizes, and fundraising for Friends of MACC.<\/p>\n
The Joseph Nashville \u2013 Guests can enjoy Dolly-inspired vinyl listening experiences, live music, and celebratory pink ros\u00e9 offerings throughout the property.<\/p>\n
The Westin Nashville \u2013 Participate in a community book drive, enjoy Dolly-themed entertainment, and book the special \u201cBig Hair, Big Heart\u201d spa treatment.<\/p>\n
Virgin Hotels Nashville \u2013 Raise a glass with specialty cocktails, Dolly-themed entertainment, custom hat-making, and donations benefiting Imagination Library through October 2.<\/p>\n
Citywide Dolly Day Activities<\/p>\n
Downtown Nashville \u2013 A tribute fireworks show will light up downtown at 9:25 p.m.<\/p>\n
Music Venues Across Nashville \u2013 Participating venues will perform Dolly\u2019s iconic hit \u201c9 to 5\u201d at 5 p.m.<\/p>\n
Nashville Attractions & Museums \u2013 Select attractions will donate portions of admission sales to Dolly-related charitable causes.<\/p>\n
Restaurants, Bars & Coffee Shops Citywide \u2013 Expect Dolly-themed menus, cocktails, playlists, and fundraising initiatives throughout the city.<\/p>\n
Visitor Information Centers at Bridgestone Arena & Fifth + Broadway \u2013 Pick up free Dolly Day buttons, stickers, and bookmarks while supplies last.<\/p>\n
Visitor Information Center at Bridgestone Arena \u2013 Leave a message sharing how you’ll spread kindness in Dolly\u2019s honor.<\/p>\n
Various Nashville Landmarks \u2013 Watch the city glow pink as buildings and bridges light up in celebration of Dolly Day.<\/p>\n
Neighborhoods Across Nashville \u2013 Community members are encouraged to host their own Dolly-inspired gatherings through the Dolly in the Districts program.<\/p>\n
Project 615 \u2013 Purchase a “Spread Love It’s the Dolly Way” T-shirt, with proceeds benefiting the Give Like Dolly Fund.<\/p>\n
Social Media \u2013 Share your celebrations and acts of kindness using #DollyDayNashville.<\/p>\n
Discover even more Dolly Day happenings citywide HERE.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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