Last week, we talked about some of the Things to do in Dripping Springs this October, and one of the events we highlighted was the 4th Annual Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival. Since this is one of the biggest music events near Austin that is also in our hometown, we wanted to take some extra time to talk about the upcoming festival.
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About the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival
When: Friday, October 20 – Sunday, October 22
Where: Downtown Dripping Springs Historic District
What Time: Friday 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM & Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
While many people may be used to the huge live music events in Austin like Austin City Limits, the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival is a much more up-close and personal. With 40 singers/songwriters from all over the country, including a few international artists, and 6 quintessential Dripping Springs venues, you can count on this festival being the perfect musical experience.
The Venues
With several talented musical acts planned, the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival will be spread across 6 venues that are all in the downtown Dripping Springs Historic District. The 6 venues and stages are as follows:
- The Barber Shop – Firestone Walker 805 Stage
- Acopon Brewing Co. – Patio Stage
- Mercer Street Dance Hall – South Point Auto Stages
- Mazama Coffee Co. – Courtyard Stage
- Hudson’s on Mercer – Club Stage
- The Sidecar Tasting Room – Garden Stage
Benefitting Kids in a New Groove
A portion of the proceeds from the festival will be given to Kids in a New Groove. This non-profit organization is helping to inspire the next generation of songwriters by providing free, at-home music lessons and mentorship to children in the foster care system.
To get your tickets to the headliner shows or to get your Dripping Springs Songwriter Festival gear, make sure to visit their website. If you like staying up to date with all the great things to do in Dripping Springs and all of the great events near Austin, follow @CaliterraLiving on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
