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Songwriters at the Lake makes its debut November 13–15, 2026, at Lanier Islands Resort in Buford, Georgia. The new festival brings more than 20 celebrated songwriters to eight venues across three days, with a headliner each Friday and Saturday and a gospel-themed finale on Sunday.
For local music fans, the weekend offers a chance to hear live performances in a resort setting and explore a festival built around songwriters. Georgia Entertainment’s October 22 preview also reports on the event’s debut. Here’s what’s confirmed so far.
Three days at Lanier Islands
The festival takes place at Lanier Islands Resort on Lake Lanier in Buford. Over three days, performances are scheduled across eight venues at the resort. The program includes Friday and Saturday headliner concerts, followed by a gospel-themed closing day on Sunday.
The three-day format gives visitors the option to experience the full festival or focus on a single day, and ticket details are below.
Friday features the Drew Parker Band
Friday’s headliner is the Drew Parker Band. The Friday wristband covers that day’s shows, including the headliner performance. It offers a one-day option for visitors who want to attend the opening day without buying a full weekend pass.
The festival is new, and the weekend brings songwriters together across multiple venues. For anyone planning to attend Friday, the official lineup page is the place to check for lineup information as the event approaches.
Saturday brings Chuck Leavell & Friends
Chuck Leavell & Friends headlines Saturday. The $69 Saturday wristband provides access to all Saturday shows, including the headliner concert. Visitors who want to make Saturday their main festival day can choose this single-day option.
The Saturday performance is also included with the $129 three-day all-access pass. Leavell’s appearance gives the weekend a second major concert highlight, following the Drew Parker Band’s Friday headliner.
Sunday closes with a gospel-themed finale
Sunday brings a gospel-themed finale to the festival’s three-day program. It offers a distinct closing note after the Friday and Saturday headliner concerts.
The festival’s published ticket options include a three-day all-access pass, alongside Friday and Saturday wristbands. Visitors considering the full weekend can review the official ticket page for current details on what each option covers.
More than 20 songwriters across eight venues
Songwriters at the Lake is set to feature more than 20 celebrated songwriters across eight venues over the weekend. That broad setup makes the festival more than a single-stage concert. The program brings together three days of live music in a resort environment.
The official lineup page provides the festival’s current performer information. Visitors can use it to check for updates before making plans. Specific artist appearances, venue assignments, or performance times should be confirmed through official festival channels.
Ticket options for one day or all three
The published ticket prices are:
- Three-day all-access pass: $129
- Friday wristband: $49
- Saturday wristband: $69
The Friday wristband includes all Friday shows, including the Drew Parker Band headliner. The Saturday wristband includes all Saturday shows, including Chuck Leavell & Friends. The three-day pass is the option for visitors planning to take in the weekend-long program.
Ticket details can change. Check the official Songwriters at the Lake tickets page for current information and purchase options. The Lanier Islands Resort festival page also provides event information.
A new addition to Georgia’s fall music calendar
The debut of Songwriters at the Lake adds a three-day music event to the November calendar in Buford. Its combination of songwriter performances, two named headliners, and a Sunday gospel-themed finale gives visitors several ways to shape their weekend.
For Atlanta-area residents and visitors, the festival offers a reason to spend time at Lanier Islands in November. The eight-venue format and range of ticket options provide flexibility for people considering one day or the full three-day experience.
Check official pages before making plans
Before heading to the resort, review the official lineup, ticket information, and Lanier Islands event page. These sources are the best place to confirm current festival details.
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Based on public festival information. Atlanta Wave TV is not credentialed and is not attending. Information current as of October 23, 2026.
