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Dolly Day 2026: SF’s Tribute Celebration to Dolly Parton (Union Square)

Friday, September 25, 2026 - 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free and open to all ages
Union Square Plaza | 300 Powell St., San Francisco, CA

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Matt “Haze” Kaftor

Dolly Day is a community-organized day of recognition, honoring the life of Dolly Parton with the intention to make it an annual event in San Francisco. The September 25th San Francisco event brings together music, generosity, and glam in a free, public gathering open to fans and passersby alike.

The date 9/25 is significant… 9-2-5!

Dolly Day, a free, public celebration of life honoring the music, generosity, and spirit of Dolly Parton, taking place Friday, September 25, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM in historic Union Square, San Francisco. The party comes as California state senators move to make September 25 “Dolly Parton Day” statewide in honor of her literacy legacy, per a recent announcement from the Office of Senator Shannon Grove.

Dolly Day is designed as a joyful gathering rather than a somber remembrance—an afternoon of live music, community spirit, and all-out glam in the heart of the city. The event invites fans, families, diehards, and newcomers alike to come together in tribute to someone whose songwriting, generosity, and warmth touched millions of lives worldwide.

The afternoon will feature live performances, tributes, and community programming, with a full lineup to be announced as plans are finalized. The event is free and open to the public, with no ticket or registration required.

Event Details

  • Union Square, San Francisco, CA
  • Friday, September 25, 2026 · 12:00 – 3:00 PM
  • Free and open to the public
  • dollyday.org

Cost: FREE*
*Free and open to all ages
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Community, Downtown San Francisco, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Outdoors
Address: 300 Powell St., San Francisco, CA

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