Dolly Parton corn mazes crop up in fields nationwide
Summary
Farms in the U.S. and Canada have created large corn mazes featuring images of Dolly Parton to honor her after her death in August 2026. The mazes aim to raise money for her charity that provides free books to children and include themed games and photo opportunities.Key Facts
- Dolly Parton died on August 25, 2026, at age 80 from cancer.
- Around 20 farms across about a dozen U.S. states and two Canadian provinces have carved corn mazes with her likeness.
- The mazes support Parton’s Imagination Library charity, which gives free books to children.
- The corn maze designs were planned before her passing and are part of The Maize Inc.’s annual tribute to country music stars.
- Previous honorees of these corn mazes include Reba McEntire, Luke Bryan, and Lainey Wilson.
- The maze in Brookfield, Connecticut, features Parton’s image, her name, and the phrase “An American Treasure.”
- Visitors often dress up with cowboy hats and shirts to celebrate Dolly Parton while exploring the mazes.
- The mazes also offer trivia games and photo areas related to Dolly Parton.
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