KWSF: Thursday- Songwriters In The Round

Key West Songwriters Festival – Thursday, April 30, 2026

Full Day of Songwriters in the Round | Key West Theater & San Carlos Institute

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The first full day of the Key West Songwriters Festival arrives Thursday, April 30, 2026, and the island shifts into full rhythm. From intimate afternoon sessions to powerful evening performances, this is where the festival truly expands—offering multiple venues, overlapping sets, and the kind of songwriter storytelling that defines Key West.

With walkable venues and back-to-back performances, Thursday becomes a choose-your-own-experience kind of day—perfect for building your ideal lineup from afternoon through late night.

🎶 4:00 PM – Songwriters In The Round

Key West Theater

This afternoon showcase delivers a stacked lineup of rising and established Nashville voices, trading songs and stories in one of the island’s most intimate listening rooms.

Performers Include:

• Ryan Beaver
• Heath Warren
• Jeff Middleton
• Doug Johnson
• Johnny Clawson
• Jordan Dozzi

Expect raw acoustic performances, behind-the-song insights, and the kind of crowd connection that only happens in a true “in the round” format.

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/1352898/kwsf-thursday-songwriters-in-the-round-4pm-tickets

🌙 8:00 PM – Songwriters In The Round

San Carlos Institute

As the sun sets and the island energy builds, the festival continues with a powerful evening session inside the historic San Carlos Institute.

This venue brings a completely different atmosphere—classic architecture, rich acoustics, and a deeper, more immersive listening experience that highlights every lyric and melody.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Location: San Carlos Institute, Key West, FL 33040
• Tickets: https://www.ramsheadpresents.com/events/detail/1352902

🌴 Plan Your Night – The Key West Flow

Thursday is where strategy meets spontaneity:

• Start your afternoon at Key West Theater with a 4 PM round
• Take a break for dinner along Duval Street
• Head into the evening at San Carlos Institute for the 8 PM session
• Finish the night with live music spilling out across the island

Everything is within walking distance, making it easy to turn a single show into a full-night experience.

🎤 Why Thursday Is a Must-Experience Day

• First full day of festival momentum
• Multiple venue options for layered experiences
• Strong mix of emerging and established songwriters
• Ideal day to build your full weekend schedule

This is where casual listeners turn into full-week festival fans.

🔗 Keep the Festival Going

Coming off opening night energy, Thursday sets the tone for what’s ahead—bigger shows, more venues, and unforgettable performances across Key West.

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