Songwriters' Festivals in the United States
While there are numerous local songwriters festivals and many, many songwriters workshops, we have chose to include some of the bigger festivals with live performances for all to enjoy. If you feel one is missing, please email us at [email protected] and we will look into adding it to our list.
For the most part, the bigger Songwriter's Festivals have too many artists to list and we will only include the link to the events line-up pages.
- Maui Songwriters Festival in Kapalua, Hawaii
- 30a Songwriter's Festival in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
- Tin Pan South Songwriter's Festival in Nashville, Tennessee
- Opelika Songwriters Festival in Opelika, Alabama
- Fernandina Songwriter Festival in Fernandina Beach, Florida
- Key West Songwriters Festival in Key West, Florida
- Palm Coast Songwriter's Festival in Palm Coast, Florida
- Red Lodge Songwriter Festival in Red Lodge, Montana
- Peace, Love, Union Saltwater Songwriters Festival in Olympia, Washington
- Lake Martin Songwriters Festival in Lake Martin, Alabama
- Gatlinburg Songwriter's Festival in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- Las Vegas Songwriters Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada
- Annapolis Songwriters Festival in Annapolis, Maryland
- Mississippi Songwriters Festival in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
- Island Hopper Songwriter's Festival in Ft.Myers, Florida
- St. Augustine Songwriter's Festival in St. Augustine, Florida
- Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival in Pensacola Beach, Florida
- Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival in Alabama/Florida
- Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival in Muscle Shoals, Alabama
- New Smyrna Beach Songwtiters Festival in New Smyrna Beach, Florida
For the most part, the bigger Songwriter's Festivals have too many artists to list and we will only include the link to the events line-up pages.
Maui Songwriters Festival
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Ritz Carlton Maui
1 Ritz Carlton Dr Kapalua, Hawaii |
January 15 - January 18, 2025 ( Kapalua, Hawaii)
Dates for 2026 TBD 2025 will be the 10 Year Anniversary of the first Maui Songwriters Festival, bringing some of the worlds' best Singer-Songwriters, Producers and Composers from Nashville to perform their #1 songs while sharing the stories behind the songs in intimate to large scale acoustic shows. The songs performed cover genres from Country, Pop, Rock, Americana, Hip Hop, Christian to R & B. These amazing Songwriters are also some of the biggest Artists in Country Music. Enjoy these shows in one of the most beautiful places in the world. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBA TICKETS (Subject to Change. Does not include taxes and fees) See MAIN PAGE of Organizers web-site |
30a Songwriter's Festival
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Multiple Locations
Santa Rosa Beach, FL. 32459 |
January 16 – January 19, 2026 (Multiple Locations in Florida Panhandle):
The 30A Songwriters Festival is produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and Russell Carter Artist Management. Every year, acclaimed songwriters join a group of more than 175 talented artists from across the country to share intimate moments with friends and fans along Florida's Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton along Northwest Florida's Gulf Coast. The multi-day music festival features over 250 performances in venues ranging from intimate listening rooms to spacious outdoor amphitheaters amid a backdrop of brilliant white sand beaches, turquoise waters and stunning architecture. Representing diverse styles ranging from folk and country to rock and alternative, the line-up always features nationally-acclaimed songwriters and musicians. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) See the LINEUP Explore the VENUES. TICKETS (Subject to Change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBD |
Tin Pan South Songwriter's Festival
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Multiple Locations
Nashville, TN 37203 (800) 321-6008 |
March 25 - March 29, 2025 (Nashville, Tennessee)
The Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival is the highlight each year in Nashville, TN. Music fans come from all over the world to see dozens of performances over the 5 days and to experience the songs and stories about their favorite hits straight from the incredibly talented songwriters that penned them. Over the 5 days, 10 venues host two shows a night, bringing together over 250 songwriters for an experience like no other. In October 1967, forty-two songwriters got together and formed the Nashville Songwriters Association, because they knew their profession needed a voice. Today, NSAI is the largest not-for-profit member trade association for songwriters in the world. In 1993, a handful of songwriters and the staff at NSAI produced the first Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival. Now Tin Pan South embodies the spirit of the songwriting community. 10 VENUES | 98 SHOWS | 400+ PERFORMERS! ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) See the PERFORMERS See the VENUES and SCHEDULE Line-up Announcement coming 2/25/2025 TICKETS (Prices subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) Festival tickets will go on-sale 3 weeks prior to the festival dates. See below for specific ticket on-sale information. Tuesday, March 25 Shows – On sale at 8:00am CT, Tuesday, March 4. Wednesday, March 26 Shows – On sale at 8:00am CT, Wednesday, March 5. Thursday, March 27 Shows – On sale at 8:00am CT, Thursday, March 6. Friday, March 28 and Saturday, March 29 Shows – On sale at 8:00am CT Monday, March 9. Ticket pricing ranges from $15-$35 MORE INFO |
Opelika Songwriters Festival
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Multiple Venues
Opelika, Albama |
March 27 - March 30, 2025 (Opelika, Alabama)
Don't miss out on Alabama’s Best Kept Secret: The Opelika Songwriters Festival You won't want to miss the incredible lineup of talented artists and songwriters who will be taking the stage to perform and share their craft. This festival is a unique opportunity to witness some of the most inspiring and creative musical performances around. So mark your calendars and get ready to experience the quaintness and charm of the Opelika Songwriters Festival! 30a Songwriters Festival is considered to be one on of the most prestigious songwriter festivals in the country. Opelika Songwriters Festival consist of multiple venues in downtown Opelika that are transformed into listening rooms and host over 40 songwriters from our local artist to Grammy award winning songwriters. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) Multiple Artists appearing at VENUES 2025 Lineup Latest LINEUP TICKETS (Prices subject to change: Does not include taxes and fees) Weekend Pass: From $134 VIP: from $290 Single Day: from $75 Student pricing and add-ons also available. BUY TICKETS |
Fernandina Songwriter Festival
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April 10 - April 12, 2025 (Fernandina Beach, Florida)
The Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival, conceived and brought to life by three friends - Tammy Rogers King, Sean McCarthy, and Alexandra Maddox - is an event that celebrates the art of songwriting. United by their involvement in the music industry yet each contributing a unique viewpoint, this trio has curated an experience that showcases some of the industry's most acclaimed songwriters. These distinguished artists will not only perform their chart-topping hits but also share the rich narratives and inspirations behind their creations. The Fernandina Beach Songwriters Festival is not just an event; it's an immersive experience that bridges the gap between the creators of music and their audience, set against the backdrop of Fernandina Beach's natural beauty and historic charm. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) View ARTISTS TICKETS (Prices subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) VIP with Cruise: $250 VIP: $150 General Admission: FREE BUY TICKETS |
Key West Songwriters Festival
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April 30 - May 1, 2025 (Key West, Florida) The Key West Songwriters Festival is the largest festival of its kind in the world. Since 1997 BMI has been a charter sponsor of the festival and has helped it grow into both a tourist attraction and favorite of island locals. The festival revolves around five days and nights of more than 20 free shows, staged at an array of the island's most popular drinking holes and hot spots. Diverse lineups featuring more than 100 top songwriters deliver rare, "Key West-only" moments. 200+ artists 50+ shows ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many venues and artists appearing at this event, it would be nearly impossible to show them here. Visit the ARTISTS page on the official web-site for details. TICKETS (Subject to change: Does not include taxes and fees) Ticket Info Coming soon. Visit each venue for ticketing/admission information on the SCHEDULE page on the official website for details |
Palm Coast Songwriter's Festival
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3000 Palm Coast PKWY SE
Palm Coast, FL 32137 |
May 1 - May 4, 2025 (Palm Coast, Florida)
Unlike other musical festivals where audience members listen to song after song from a full band, the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival provides a unique, more intimate experience between the artist and the listener as the songwriters will often share the meaning behind their lyrics. For the 2020 festival, more than 25 artists will be performing. This 4-day event allows the audience to go ‘behind the curtain’ and see the faces and hear the songs and stories behind some of the most popular songs of yesteryear and playing on the radio today. These artists will be performing their hits for festival attendees. In 2019, Grammy-nominated, platinum selling, billboard hit songwriters from Nashville treated local guests and many attendees from out of town to awesome performances and insights into their music during the second annual Palm Coast Songwriters Festival in May. Thank you to everyone who came to the festival! We appreciate the artists, our sponsors and partners and the fans who made the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival 2019 unforgettable. We look forward to seeing everyone this year with our expanded lineup of HIT songwriters ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) ARTISTS SCHEDULE TICKETS (Subject to change: Does not include taxes and fees) Wednesday, Kick-off (separate ticket): Reserved: $55 General Admission: $30 Reserved Seating: 4-day: $175 Single Day: From $30 BUY TICKETS |
Red Lodge Songwriter Festival
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June 19 - June 21 (Red Lodge, Montana)
For three days in June, the streets of Red Lodge, bars, cafes, and theaters become a gathering place for songwriters from Nashville, Montana and around the country. This is the festival that showcases the art of songwriting at its highest level. The 9th Annual Red Lodge Songwriter Festival will feature twenty-six great songwriters, in eight downtown venues performing over forty shows. You won’t want to miss this amazing opportunity to hear these songwriters sharing the stage playing their songs and telling the stories behind the songs. “I’ve been playing songwriters festivals all over the country for the last 20 years and the Red Lodge Songwriter Festival is hands down one of my all time favs. The town is a gem in the Rockies, the people who support it are generous and enthusiastic, the weather is perfect and the music is awesome! Doesn’t get any better than Red Lodge Songwriter Festival” Brett Jones, Hit Songwriter In addition to entertainment our festival supports music education in our community. Since 2016 the RMSWF, Inc. has donated more than $120,000 to fulfill our mission. All we’re missing is you. We would like to invite you to Red Lodge and our surrounding mountains we are proud to call home. We look forward to sharing this incredible weekend of songwriting, creativity, and music with you. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) Headliners: Kim Richey, Tony Arata, Kat Higgins, James Dean Hicks, Richard Lee, Wynn Varble FULL LINEUP TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) Legends & Headliners Pass – $195 Two Festival Legends & Headliners Pass – $350 Rising Star Songwriter Weekend Pass – $75 Single Day and VIP Passes also available. BUY TICKETS |
Peace, Love, Union Saltwater Songwriter Festival
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Robin Hood Village Resort
6790 WA-106 Olympia, Washington 98592 |
July 17 - July 19, 2025 (Olympia, Washington)
A gathering of great songwriters in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beautiful natural settings at the historic Robin Hood Village Resort on the shores of the Hood Canal. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) LINEUP TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) General Admission: $149 VIP: $329 BUY TICKETS |
Lake Martin Songwriters Festival
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Multiple Venues
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July 24 - July 27, 2025 (Multiple Locations in Alexander, City Alabama)
With 15+ music venues across Lake Martin and 30+ singer-songwriters performing on stage, you are going to have an entertaining time at the Lake Martin Songwriters Festival ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBD TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBD |
Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival
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August 15 - August 16, 2025 (Gatlinburg, Tennessee)
The Gatlinburg Inn will be hosting all of our rounds. Please visit gatlinburginn.com for accommodation information.The Gatlinburg Songwriter’s Festival is a two-day musical event and conference that takes place in and around the Great Smoky Mountains. There are nightly performances by “#1 Hit Songwriters” in intimate settings around the city as well as an opportunity for songwriters to perfect their craft, get advice, meet & write with industry leaders and more. ARTISTS: (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) See Mainpage TICKETS (Prices subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) TBD |
Las Vegas Songwriters' Festival
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August 21 - August 24, 2025 (Las Vegas, Nevada)
Prepare for an unforgettable musical journey at the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival, hosted at the iconic Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino from August 21 to August 24, 2025. Presented by MGM Resorts and Entersong Entertainment, this groundbreaking festival will be the largest gathering of hit songwriters ever hosted in Las Vegas. Featuring over 50 world-renowned songwriters—each with chart-topping hits—this festival offers an intimate and immersive experience like no other. Over four extraordinary days, attendees will enjoy more than 100 live performances from the masterminds behind some of the world’s most beloved songs. A Unique and Intimate Audience Experience 300 #1 HITS 100 LIVE PERFORMANCES 50 WORLD RENOWNED SONGWRITERS ARTISTS: (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) Aaron Benward , Allison Veltz Cruz , Anthony L, Smith , Anthony Smith , Billy Montana , Bob Dipiero , Bobby Pinson , Brian Davis , Brian White , Brice Long, Bridgette Tatum , Brinley Addington , Charles Esten , Chris DeStephano , Chris Tompkins , Clint Daniels , Cole Taylor , Danny Myrick , Dave Pahanish, Dean Dillon , Earl Bud Lee , Eric Paslay , Gary Burr , Jared Mullins , Jerrod Niemann , Jesse Lee , Jim Beavers , Jim McCormick , Jimmy Yeary , Jon Mabe, Justin Wilson , Lance Miller , Lincoln Parrish , Liz Rose , Mark Irwin , Marla Cannon-Goodman , Marti Frederiksen , Matt Warren , Mitch Oglesby, Paul Jenkins , Paul Overstreet , Rachel Thibodeau , Ray Fulcher , Rebecca Lynn Howard , Rob Hatch , Ronnie Bowman , Scotty Emerick , Shane Minor, Shane Stevens , Steve Bogard , Trent Tomlinson , Tyler Reeve , Victoria Shaw , Wynn Varble VIEW LINEUP TICKETS (Prices subject to change. Does not include Taxes and Fees) General Admission: $350 VIP: $500 Hit Maker Package: $749 Chart Topper Package: $879 Platinum Package: $1229 Diamond Package: $1466 See what's include and BUY TICKETS |
Annapolis Songwriters Festival
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MULTIPLE VENUES
Annapolis, Maryland |
September 12 - September 15, 2024 (Annapolis, Maryland)
Dates for 2025 TBD The Annapolis Songwriters Festival is modeled after the hugely successful Key West Songwriters Festival, which in its 27th year, continues to be the largest festival of its kind in the world. Highlighting the specialized craft that is the essence of music, this festival aims to give music lovers a chance to get to know the names and faces behind the songs in an up-close and personal setting. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many venues and artists appearing at this event, it would be nearly impossible to show them here. View the ARTISTS page to see who will be performing and where. View the SCHEDULE. TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBD |
Mississippi Songwriters Festival
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Multiple Locations
Mississippi (228) 217-0155 |
September 18 - September 21, 2025 (Multiple Locations in Mississippi)
Live performances by the people who write the music we know and love! It's a one-of-a-kind event!The nationally recognized Mississippi Songwriters Festivals is an annual event hosted by the Mississippi Songwriters Alliance in Ocean Springs, Ms. Downtown streets of the Gulf Coast are filled every September with prominent local, regional, and professional Mississippi songwriters of all genres and fans seeking to observe the state’s great talent. The festival stretches from local venues, to late night, rocking-chair “guitar pulls” at the famous Gulf Hills resort. Whether a veteran songwriting enthusiast or newcomer, all are certain to be immersed in Mississippi’s rich songwriting culture at the annual festival. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many performers at so many various locations, it would be impossible to list them all here. Please visit the Festival web-site for the SCHEDULES and PERFORMERS TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) Each venue may have different charges for each performance. VENUES |
Island Hopper Songwriter's Festival
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Multiple Locations
Ft. Myers, FL 33931 (239) 338-3500 |
September 19 - September 28, 2025 (Ft. Myers, Florida)
Island Hopper Songwriter Fest is the largest songwriter festival in Southwest Florida and offers a unique experience to interact with songwriters who wrote your favorite hits. The festival takes place at venues in Downtown Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach and Captiva Island, and offers over 100 showcases featuring over 90 songwriters. And while it draws thousands of music fans to the mostly free performances, it also provided an opportunity for attendees to discover the other attractions of Fort Myers and all of Lee County, of which Fort Myers is county seat. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many venues and artists appearing at this event, it would be nearly impossible to show them here. View the ARTISTS page to see who will be performing and where. TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) Many of the Festival shows are FREE to enter. The shows that require advance ticket purchase will be announced and tickets go on sale at a date TBD. Visit each venue for ticketing/admission information on the VENUE page on the official website for details OR, Visit the SCHEDULE page |
St. Augustine Songwriter's Festival
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Multiple Locations
St. Augustine, FL |
September 26 - September 28, 2025 (St. Augustine, Florida)
The St. Augustine Songwriters Festival features today's hottest hit songwriters, legends of yesterday and the shining stars of tomorrow. All at the fantastic stages scattered about the beautiful town of St. Augustine. Dive into the historical city of St. Augustine, Florida and listen to today's hit writers as well as familiar hits from the past in an intimate setting. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many venues and artists appearing at this event, it would be nearly impossible to show them here. Visit the Songwriters page on the official web-site for details. TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) Download the APP for the latest schedules |
Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival
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September 30 - October 12, 2025 (Pensacola Beach, Florida)
Passion is the driving force behind the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival. Each October since 2009, songwriters have graced our venues on Pensacola Beach, sharing that same passion with the stories they tell, which is the foundation for the delivery of the song. Every October, the sugary-white sands of Pensacola Beach transform into a lyrical haven, where melodies are woven into the salty Gulf breeze and stories are told through the strings of guitars. Welcome to the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival, where music, nature, and community unite in perfect harmony. The Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival is more than just a music festival; it's a celebration of the human experience set against the backdrop of one of Florida's most beautiful beaches. It's a reminder that music has the power to bring people together, tell stories, and create memories that last a lifetime. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) With so many venues and artists appearing at this event, it would be nearly impossible to show them here. Visit the Songwriters page on the official web-site for details. TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) VENUES |
Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival
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November 7 - November 9, 2025 (Florence, Alabama)
Since 2019, MSSF has given Songwriters from across the globe the opportunity to participate in our Songwriter Submission process. At MSSF, we not only showcase the incredible talent of Grammy Award-Winning Hit Songwriters, but we also passionately champion emerging singer-songwriters. Our mission is to provide a dynamic platform for these rising stars, allowing them to connect with diverse audiences, music industry professionals, and beyond. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBD TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBD |
Frank Brown International Songwriters' Festival
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Various Locations
Alabama/Florida (850) 492-7664 |
November 6 – November 16, 2025 (Multiple Locations in Alabama and Florida)
The annual Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival will feature more than 200 nationally acclaimed songwriters in venues along the Florida / Alabama Gulf Coast. The festival is an opportunity for seasoned and aspiring songwriters and musicians from all over the world to have their songs heard, and for the public to learn the stories behind the lyrics that only the song’s author can express. During this exciting 11-day festival, performers will be hosted in over two dozen venues from Downtown Pensacola and Perdido Key, Florida, into Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Bon Secour and Silverhill, Alabama. The festival is dedicated to the late Frank Brown, who was night watchman at the Flora~Bama for 28 years, and whose moral values, integrity and strength of character still endure. Mr. Frank, as he was known by all, (was 91 years old when he retired) was featured on Paul Harvey's syndicated radio show, "The Rest of the Story. ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject change) TBD TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees). Visit each Venue for ticketing/admission information by visiting the VENUE page on the official web-site for details SEE SCHEDULE |
New Smyrna Beach Songwriters Festival
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MULTIPLE VENUES
New Smyrna Beach, Florida |
November 14 - November 17, 2024 (New Smyrna Beach, Florida)
Dates for 2025 TBD "Here we go again. This will be our fourth year and it’s growing stronger and stronger every year. The list of talent for this year is already being assembled and will be the biggest talent group we’ve ever had and because of that we’ve added an extra night with fun stuff you will not see on any other night. The final night will be something you won’t want to miss more information on that is still to come. Please join us once again on November 14th-17th for the NSB Songwriters festival. Best Regards, NSB Songwriter Festival Staff" ARTISTS (Lineup and Schedule subject to change) TBD TICKETS (Subject to change. Does not include taxes and fees) TBD |
