# Event Details - **Event Name**: Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: The Mississippi Songwriters Alliance (MSA) proudly announces the launch of its newest annual regional event location for the Mississippi Songwriters Festival: The Capital-River Region, debuting in Natchez on January 30–31, 2026. Natchez is celebrating the the writers behind the songs: “Long Cool Woman In a Black Dress”— “I’d Like To Teach The World To Sing”—“Talking in Your Sleep”— “Nothing On but the Radio”—“It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”—“The First Step” and more! This two-day celebration brings Nashville greats and Mississippi songwriting talent together in one of the most historic and picturesque locations in the South! Make plans and book your stay today. THANK YOU TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR: TACO BELL! Pro Songwriter Appearances by: Odie Blackmon, Jim "Moose" Brown, Roger Cook, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, and Verlon Thompson You can learn more online at: • https://www.msafestival.org/live-events/capital-river-region FULL AND UPDATED SCHEDULE AVAILABLE AT: • https://songwriters.onenatchez.com --- FRIDAY, JAN. 30 — “Local Restaurants & Dives Live” • Open to the public. Each musician's set approx. 30+ minutes. Experience live music in over 11 various locations in Downtown Natchez and Under-the-Hill. Regional and Local writers will showcase original work and stories behind their songs. Cover charges may apply and vary by venue: Biscuits & Blues • Big Muddy Inn • Bowie's Rabbit Hole • The Corner Bar • Dunleith Historic Inn • Fat Mama's Tamales • The Floral Anthologist • Frankie's On Main • Louie Louie's • Natchez Brewing Company • Monmouth Historic Inn • Pearl Street Pasta • Under-The-Hill Saloon --- SATURDAY, JAN. 31— Natchez Civic Center, 215 Franklin Street, Natchez, MS (unless otherwise indicated.) All Presentations Open & Free to the Public • 9:00 am–1:00pm — Songwriting Workshops & Presentations Topics and presenters include: -Eric Schmidtt — Professor of songwriting at LSU -Odie Blackmon — Grammy-nominated songwriter; Professor of songwriting MTSU - Jim “Moose” Brown — Writing songs for Kevin Costner’s new movie - Wendy Buckner — Nashville music publisher and songwriter speaks on Music Row’s take on AI - Shane Paul — Singer / Songwriter speaks on using Suno AI: The Revolutionary Music Generation Platform - Writers Contest — 20 songs will be chosen for review by Buckner, and the top two will be considered for publication • 11:30am-2:00pm–"Grab Lunch with Songwriters" Get a bite to eat and listen to live music from Local and Regional Songwriters in various eateries and pubs in Downton Natchez and Under-The-Hill. Cover charges may apply and vary by venue: Biscuits & Blues • Bowie's Rabbit Hole • Frankie's On Main • Natchez Brewing Company • Fat Mama's Tamales • The Floral Anthologist • 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm — “Local / Regional Songwriter Highlights” We open our Main Stage Presentation with live music from Brint Anderson, Hannah Belle, Shane Paul, Eric Schmidtt, and Mary Alice Vanderwater • 7:00 pm –9:00 pm — Nashville Talent Showcase Hit Nashville Songwriters take the stage! -Roger Cook — (“Long Cool Woman In a Black Dress,” “I’d Like To Teach The World To Sing”) - Jim “Moose” Brown — (co-writer of “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”) - Carolyn Dawn Johnson — (co-writer of the hit song “Single White Female”) - Verlon Thompson — (“The First Step,” “Cross My Broken Heart”) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/natchez/capital-river-region-ms-songwriters-festival/200029257511824 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, art, literary-art, contests, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 223 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Natchez - **state**: MS - **country**: United States - **location**: Natchez, MS - **lat**: 31.554444444444 - **long**: -91.3875 - **full address**: Natchez, MS, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/390f4fed9b88a875f9fc181ce68cf16afcaaafd1ba02606cff03f2f900b1608d-rimg-w1200-h572-dcd4c4a6-gmir?v=1769572412 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival being held? - **A:** Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival takes place on Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 31 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Natchez, MS, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival ? - **A:** Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival is organized by MISSISSIPPI SONGWRITERS' FESTIVAL. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Capital River Region - MS Songwriters Festival is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Natchez, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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