- Truck Yard in Oklahoma City’s Bricktown is hosting “Dolly Day” to mark Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday.
- Family- and dog-friendly event features live music, food trucks, costume contests and themed drinks.
- Special attractions include a “Dazzling Dolly Impersonator,” a dog costume contest and a Dolly lookalike contest.
- Organizers are collecting children’s books in a book drive; donors receive a commemorative Dolly pin while supplies last.
What to expect at Dolly Day in Bricktown
Truck Yard Oklahoma City is going all out to celebrate the music legend’s milestone. The family-friendly, dog-friendly event opens at 11 a.m. Saturday and runs through the afternoon with live music, food trucks, and drinks inspired by Dolly Parton.
Highlights and schedule
Highlights include a “Dazzling Dolly Impersonator” available for photos from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., a Doggie Parton Costume Contest at 4:30 p.m., and a Dolly lookalike contest at 5:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to wear boots, hats and rhinestones for the full sparkling effect.
Food, drinks and family fun
Food trucks will serve a variety of offerings while themed cocktails and nonalcoholic drinks will be available all day. Truck Yard describes the mood as “strummin’ and singin’, sparklin’ and shinin'” — a casual celebration designed for fans of all ages.
Give back: Book drive honors Dolly’s legacy
In honor of Dolly Parton’s long history of supporting literacy, Truck Yard is hosting a children’s book drive. Attendees who donate a book will receive a special Dolly Parton pin while supplies last. The drive echoes Parton’s real-life Imagination Library, which has distributed millions of books to children.
How to join and where to find more info
The event is open to the public and welcomes pets. For full details, check Truck Yard Oklahoma City’s events page: Truck Yard — Our Parties.
Watch related coverage
KOCO produced a related video about Dolly’s inspiration for “Jolene.” Watch KOCO’s channel for local coverage and more event updates: KOCO on YouTube.
Why fans are coming out
Dolly Parton turns 80 this week, and fans across the country are celebrating the singer, songwriter and philanthropist. Events like Dolly Day give local fans a chance to celebrate her music, charitable work and unmistakable style with community, costumes and music.
Whether you plan to compete in the lookalike contest, enter your pup in the costume contest, or simply enjoy the food and live music, Truck Yard’s Dolly Day aims to be a bright, joyful tribute to a living legend.
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