Alabama Declares Sept. 25 ‘Dolly Day’ in Honor of Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy

Alabama declares Sept. 25 ‘Dolly Day’ in honor of Dolly Parton’s literacy legacy

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — Alabama is working “9 to 5” to celebrate Dolly Parton’s music, generosity and commitment to childhood literacy. Gov. Kay Ivey proclaimed Friday, Sept. 25, as Dolly Day in Alabama. The date — 9/25 — is a reference to Parton’s iconic song and film “9 to 5.” “Dolly Day is a wonderful [...]

Governor Ivey Proclaims September 25 as ‘Dolly Day’ in Alabama

Montgomery, AL – Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed September 25, 2026, as “Dolly Day in Alabama,” recognizing entertainer and philanthropist Dolly Parton and the literacy program she founded, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The date was selected in reference to Parton’s song “9 to 5.” According to the governor’s office, the observance is intended to recognize Parton’s […]

Gov. Kay Ivey declares "Dolly Day" in Alabama

Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed Friday, September 25, (925) as Dolly Day in Alabama, to pay tribute to the life and career of county music superstar, actor and philanthropist Dolly Parton.