Betty White Day, a holiday dedicated to the late comedian, is set to be observed in Oak Park, Illinois, two days before her birthday on January 17. The town will establish the new holiday on January 15 this year to honor the beloved actress, who sadly passed away at the age of 99 last Friday.

In celebration of Betty White Day, local businesses in Oak Park, including Mickey's Restaurant, will create their own "Betty White specials." TMZ reports that Mickey's will offer a meal featuring some of White's favorite foods, such as a hot dog, fries, and diet coke. These savory dishes were revealed by White herself in a 2012 interview with PEOPLE, where she expressed her love for "hot dogs and Red Vines and potato chips and French fries.

" Turano Bakery, on the other hand, plans to commemorate what would have been Betty White's 100th birthday with a grand birthday cake. 

Red Vines will also distribute free licorice during the event. The celebration will feature a mural contest, and the winning design depicting Betty White will be painted in Oak Park's downtown area. Betty White was born in Oak Park in 1922 before her family relocated to California. Despite this, she returned to the Illinois town for visits in later years. The sad news of her passing was confirmed by her agent and friend, Jeff Witjas, who stated that she died peacefully in her sleep at her home. With her remarkable career spanning shows like The Golden Girls, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and Hot in Cleveland, Betty White left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.