MUSCLE SHOALS
SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 6 - 8, 2026
3 DAYS • 20+ SHOWS • 40+ PERFORMERS
THE PLACES
From legendary music landmarks to intimate bars, restaurants, and local hangouts, our festival takes over the places that make The Shoals one of America’s great music destinations.
THE SONGWRITERS
40+ songwriters over 3 days. Decades of stories. Hit songs you know by heart by the people who created the story.
THE PEOPLE
A music lover’s paradise. Come for the songs. Stay for the stories, the late nights, the unexpected collaborations, and the people who love music as much as you do.
2026 lineup
MORE SONGWRITERS TBA • 2026 SCHEDULE COMING SOON
GETTING HERE
WHERE TO STAY
EXPLORE THE SHOALS
Muscle Shoals Songwriters Foundation
KEEP THE BEAT GOIN' +
MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
The Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival is spearheaded by the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is 'to unite, educate, and empower songwriters by creating community-centered music programming that honors Muscle Shoals’ rich musical heritage while actively shaping the future of songwriting through education, access, and innovation.’
7+
YEARS OF MSSF
1000+
PERFORMERS
$750K
DONATED BACK TO CREATORS
20K+
MUSIC FANS
IN ATTENDANCE
2026 FESTIVAL PARTNERS
JOIN OUR 2026 VOLUNTEER TEAM
Join in on the fun & sign up now for MSSF 2026! All volunteers receive a free weekend pass to the festival, a festival swag bag, a chance to be a part of our incredible community, and more.
Shoals songwriter workshop
Take Your Songwriting to the Next Level
The Shoals Songwriter Workshop is a two-day, immersive songwriting experience designed for writers who want to sharpen their craft, connect with music industry professionals, and experience the legendary songwriting culture of the Shoals. Held each morning at The Mane Room at the University of North Alabama, the workshop takes place just before the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival kicks into full swing giving you the unique opportunity to spend your mornings learning and your afternoons and evenings putting those connections to work at the festival. Your workshop registration includes a COMPLIMENTARY WEEKEND PASS to the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival.
Pitch your songs to music publishers and get your work in front of industry professionals.
Attend songwriter masterclasses led by accomplished hit songwriters.
Learn directly from the writers behind the hits through interactive sessions and real-world songwriting discussions.
Score a free weekend pass to the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival when you register for the Shoals Songwriter Workshop
Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival · November 6–8, 2026
WHAT OUR ATTENDEES ARE SAYIN'
"THE GREATEST SONGWRITERS FEST ON THE PLANET!"
"The Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival is the greatest songwriters fest on the planet! I cannot wait for next year. I got to hear the stories behind the songs. As a music fan, this was unlike anything I've ever experienced."
-Gabe
"LOVE THE SHOALS AND LOVE THIS FESTIVAL!"
"LOVE THE SHOALS AND LOVE THIS FESTIVAL! Made so many new friends and memories. This was my forth year attending. It's unreal."
-Chase
"HAD THE BEST TIME!"
I’m always impressed by this festival. I had the best time! The area is beautiful and the performers are amazing. Hearing #1 hit songs that I've listened to since a kid by the actual songwriters themselves is so so good."
-Kelly
"If you're looking for a songwriters festival to go to, this is the one."
Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival never disappoints! The performers, the food, the southern hospitality... If you're looking for a songwriters festival to go to, this is the one!"
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