DollyFest announced for Nashville and London in 2027
A two-day festival celebrating the life and legacy of Dolly Parton will take place in Nashville and London next year, her estate has announced.
DollyFest: The Celebration of a Lifetime will be held across two consecutive weekends in the two cities in 2027, bringing together artists and fans in honour of the country music star.
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Exact dates and line-ups have not yet been announced, but organisers have described the events as major celebrations of Parton's music and legacy.
The idea for DollyFest originally came from Parton herself.
An earlier version was planned in Nashville around her 80th birthday, with the singer due to host and perform alongside other artists, but plans were put on hold because of her health.
Following her death on 25 August at the age of 80, the concept has been revived and expanded to include a second event in London.
The festivals will serve as the estate's official public commemoration of Parton rather than a traditional memorial service, something organisers say the singer did not want.
Parton was laid to rest during a private family funeral in Nashville on Friday, alongside her late husband Carl Dean at Woodlawn Memorial Park.
Further details about DollyFest's 2027 dates, venues and participating artists are expected to be announced in the coming months.