CMA will honor Dolly Parton’s life, music and legacy with “CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton” on October 21, 2026, at Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville.
Tickets are on sale for the live television event, which will feature performances from artists celebrating Parton’s influence. Proceeds will benefit Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
The CMA email does not name the performers or specify a television airdate. It also does not confirm whether Parton will attend or perform.
A celebration supporting the Imagination Library
The event connects the musical tribute with one of Parton’s best-known philanthropic efforts. The Imagination Library provides books to children, supporting early reading and giving families a reason to make story time part of everyday life.
Attendees are encouraged to wear black tie or formal attire.
Fans can purchase tickets through the Fisher Center and visit CMA’s event page for additional announcements. CountryMusicNewsBlog.com will follow the performer lineup and broadcast details as they become available.