11/05/2026 to 11/15/2026
The Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival is one of the Gulf Coast’s most beloved music traditions, bringing award-winning songwriters and emerging artists together for more than a week of live performances along the Alabama–Florida coast. Held each November, the festival offers a rare chance to hear the people behind the music perform their own songs and share the stories that inspired them. Performances take place in an intimate “in-the-round” format across multiple venues, creating an up-close experience that music fans don’t often get at larger concerts. With hundreds of performances across more than two dozen stages, the festival fills the coast with live music and draws visitors from around the country who want to experience the craft of songwriting in a relaxed beach setting.
Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival Details:
• Dates: November 5–15, 2026
• Location: Multiple venues along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast
• Main Festival Headquarters: Flora-Bama Lounge
• Admission: Many performances are free; some venues may charge a small cover or ticketed entry
• Performances: 600+ shows featuring more than 200 songwriters
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need tickets for the Frank Brown Songwriters Festival?
Many performances during the festival are free to attend, especially at bars, restaurants, and smaller venues hosting songwriter rounds. Some shows may require a ticket or cover charge depending on the venue, so it’s a good idea to check the official schedule once it’s released closer to the event.
What is a songwriter round?
Most performances at the festival are held in a “songwriter round” format. Several songwriters sit together on stage, taking turns performing their songs and sharing the stories behind the lyrics, giving the audience insight into how the music was written.
When is the festival schedule released?
Because the event features hundreds of performers across many venues, the full performance schedule is usually published in early October each year. Visitors often review the schedule in advance to plan which venues and songwriter rounds they want to attend.