Alpharetta, GA – The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival has unveiled the full entertainment schedule for the highly anticipated 2025 festival, scheduled to take place on Friday and Saturday, October 10-11. Alpharetta’s popular fall event transforms the downtown area into an open-air venue for music lovers and creators! This free admission festival will feature more than thirty performances on six outdoor stages, as well as an exclusive ticketed listening room concert held at Roaring Social.
Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival pairs nationally known artists with emerging talent in a celebration of songwriting, storytelling, and live music culture. Music enthusiasts can look forward to an eclectic mix of artists performing over the two-day weekend in Alpharetta, Georgia.
This year’s headliners include iconic British new wave group Wang Chung, taking the stage Friday night with a set packed with chart-topping hits like “Everybody Have Fun Tonight,” “Dance Hall Days,” and the cult-classic To Live and Die in L.A. title track.
On Saturday, the festival amps up the energy with a performance by Gaelic Storm, known for their dynamic blend of traditional Irish music fused with rock, country, and folk. Since their breakout performance in Titanic, where they sang “Irish Party in Third Class,” the band has built a global following and topped the Billboard World Albums chart six times.
Additional performers on the 2025 Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival lineup include:
- FRIDAY: Wang Chung, Ansley and the Hold, Brooke Livingstone, Derrick Chapman, Elby Faser, FRUTE, Gareth Asher, Mattie Taylor, Moonlark, Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves, The Pussywillows, Ryan Boss, Stormfolk
- SATURDAY: Gaelic Storm, Boy Named Banjo, Amanda Belair, Anita Aysola, Arkose, Chris Canterbury, Craig Gleason, Chuck Treece, Crane, Heidi Huelskoetter, Josh Joplin Group, Kristopher James, Lizzie No, Lydia Hamby, ROCCO, Soup, Sweet Megg, Rosey, Sarah Mootz, Tyler Ramsey, Wim Tapley & The Cannons
The Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival will feature a special ticketed Listening Room event on Saturday, October 11, at Roaring Social, showcasing an intimate afternoon performance by Randall Bramblett & Friends. Doors open at 2:00 PM, with the show starting at 3:00 PM. A revered Southern artist with a decades-long career, Bramblett has performed with icons like Steve Winwood and Gregg Allman, and his songs have been recorded by artists such as Bonnie Raitt and The Blind Boys of Alabama. As the only ticketed event of the festival, this exclusive show offers a rare opportunity to experience Bramblett’s storytelling and original music in a close-up setting. Tickets are $30 and available now at www.wireandwoodalpharetta.com or by calling FreshTix at 678-701-6114 (Call Center Hours: Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.). All net proceeds will benefit the City of Alpharetta’s Music Match program, which supports year-round live performances by local artists.
Wire & Wood turns downtown into one big front porch of live music, and it’s easily my favorite event of the year,” said Morgan Rodgers, Director of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services. “With the full schedule out, now’s the time to map out your weekend. Come early, stay late, and just listen to the music.”
Beyond the music, guests can explore the Live Art Lounge on Canton Street, featuring interactive installations and live demonstrations by local visual artists. The Music Makers Market, located on Commerce Street near City Hall, will showcase music-inspired artwork and handcrafted goods from local and regional creators. Official Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival merchandise, including commemorative posters, T-shirts, and stickers, will also be available for purchase.
More than 50 downtown restaurants located within the festival area will offer dine-in service and convenient takeout options, perfect for picnicking in front of stages during performances!
“Wire & Wood has become one of Alpharetta’s most cherished events, uniting nationally acclaimed singer-songwriters with music lovers from across the Southeast,” said Janet Rodgers, President and CEO of the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau. “This festival shines a spotlight on Alpharetta’s vibrant music scene, boosts our Alpharetta businesses, and celebrates the Southern charm that makes our city so awesome. We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to Awesome Alpharetta for a weekend of incredible music, community, and memories!”
Getting to the Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival is easy, with numerous free parking options available throughout downtown, including the City Hall parking deck (2 Park Plaza), Milton Avenue parking deck (92 Milton Ave), and parking lots located at 45 Roswell Street and the Alpharetta Community Center (175 Roswell St). Ride-share services can drop off and pick up at Innovation Academy (125 Milton Avenue). Limited seating is available at outdoor stages on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are welcome to bring their own portable chairs.
For additional details on Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival 2025, including the full performance schedule, please visit wireandwoodalpharetta.com or follow the event on Facebook and Instagram @wireandwoodfest. Make sure you don’t miss a moment of the action by planning a weekend stay at one of Alpharetta’s 31 exceptional hotels by booking your stay now at awesomealpharetta.com/stay and plan for a fun, musical getaway!
The 2025 Wire & Wood Songwriters Festival is hosted by the City of Alpharetta in partnership with the Alpharetta Convention & Visitors Bureau. This year’s sponsors for the event include Roaring Social, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Thrive Co-Working.
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