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Dolly Comes to Owensboro (Sorta): Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol!

When you think of Dolly Parton, you think of joy, heart, and a touch of Tennessee magic, and this November, that magic is coming to Owensboro! While the Queen of Country herself might not be stepping onto the RiverPark Center stage, her spirit certainly will during Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol. On November 15, starting at 7:00 PM, this one-of-a-kind musical reimagines Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale “A Christmas Carol” through the lens of Dolly’s Appalachian roots. Set in 1930s East Tennessee, the show replaces the snowy streets of London with the Smoky Mountains, where Ebenezer Scrooge learns about kindness, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas with a little help from Dolly’s unforgettable music. 

Make a night of it! Enjoy dinner downtown, take a stroll by the beautifully lit riverfront, and soak in that small-town holiday magic that makes Owensboro the perfect place to celebrate the season. Tickets are selling fast, make sure to grab them now!