Dates: January 15–18, 2027.
Where: About 30 venues along Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton County.
If you’re planning a winter weekend east of Gulf Breeze, the 30A Songwriters Festival is one of the Emerald Coast’s signature January events. Now in its 18th year, it brings more than 160 songwriters and over 300 performances to stages ranging from outdoor amphitheaters to intimate cafés.
Visit South Walton lists Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Dawes, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Larkin Poe, Booker T. Jones and Tommy Emmanuel among the 2027 headliners. Festival headquarters and the box office are at 238 WaterColor Blvd. West. Since performances are spread across many venues, use the official festival app to map your schedule before you make the drive.
Sources: 30A Songwriters Festival · Visit South Walton – 30A Songwriters Festival