Alpharetta, GA – The City of Alpharetta will welcome music fans back to downtown for the 13th annual Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10, 2026. The free, two-day event is expected to attract more than 20,000 attendees and transform the city center into a lively outdoor music destination.
Festivalgoers can enjoy more than 30 live performances across six outdoor stages, plus have the opportunity to purchase tickets to an intimate indoor listening session at Roaring Social that highlights the art and craft of songwriting. The festival celebrates the stories behind the songs, featuring a diverse mix of Americana, folk, country, rock and roots-inspired music, while offering fans an up-close look at the creative process.
This year’s headliners are nationally recognized acts with Southern roots. Friday night will feature acclaimed country singer-songwriter Corey Smith, and platinum-certified rock band Sister Hazel will close out the festival Saturday night…