Get ready for a weekend filled with the songs, stories, and hit songwriters who bring them to life. The Songwriter Festival at Lanier Islands Resort brings acclaimed songwriters together for an unforgettable three-day experience. From lakeside views to live performances, this weekend is designed to keep the music going from morning until night. Come for the songs. Stay for the stories.
3 Day Pass: $129 Per Person
Throughout the festival, performances will take place at a variety of unique venues at Lanier Islands Resort - including Peachtree Pointe Amphitheatre, Peachtree Falls, The Chapel on Lanier, Legacy Pointe, Oliver Pointe, Venetian Pier, and the Legacy Lodge firepits.
The complete artist, stage and performance schedule will be released approximately one month before the festival.
After checking in, grab a bite at Game Changer and explore the resort before settling in for an evening of songwriter performances throughout the resort, including the opening-night kickoff at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheatre.
Start with morning shows featuring the Mimosa & Bloody Mary Show followed by a Hair of the Dog Show. Spend the day discovering songwriters across the resort before the Chuck Leavell & Friends Headliner Concert takes the Main Stage at 6 PM. Keep the night going with more performances at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheatre and fireside sessions.
Enjoy morning gospel performances, afternoon songwriter sessions and the Farewell Until Next Year Show on the Big Stage before the festival wraps at 4 PM.
Want to know the best way to experience the Songwriter Festival? Stay for the whole weekend. Enjoy three days of live music alongside resort accommodations, dining, golf, and other activities with plenty of ways to relax and explore between shows.
The festival takes place on November 13 - 15, 2026, beginning Friday afternoon and wrapping up on Sunday at 4 PM.
Tickets are $129 per person and includes a 3-day pass, all songwriter shows, and the Chuck Leavell and Friend show on Saturday night.
The complete artist, stage and performance schedule will be released approximately one month before the festival, on October 15. Because artist availability, venue needs and weather can affect the schedule - the final schedule will be released closer to the event to provide the most accurate information and avoid unnecessary schedule changes.
Venues include Peachtree Green, Peachtree Pointe Amphitheatre, Peachtree Falls, The Chapel on Lanier, Legacy Pointe, Oliver Pointe, Venetian Pier, and the Legacy Lodge firepits.
Locations are subject to change.
This event is rain or shine. If weather impacts outdoor performances, the festival has several indoor spaces that may be used for alternative venues including Game Changer, Summer House, Grand Ballroom, and Blue Ridge Ballroom.
Make the most of your weekend by staying on property and keeping yourself close to the music, dining, and resort amenities. Book your stay here!
Yes, resort cart rentals will be available during festival check-in (subject to availability).
