From scenic lakeside venues to hometown favorites, get ready to celebrate great music in the heart of Smith Mountain Lake.  The SML Songwriters Festival is proud to showcase outstanding songwriters and bring live music to our community.

Located in Central Virginia and nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Smith Mountain Lake is conveniently southeast of Roanoke and southwest of Lynchburg. It’s the perfect destination for a day trip or a relaxing vacation getaway to enjoy all of the festival’s events.