Inaugural Ormond Beach Unplugged Songwriters Festival Coming to The Casements
More than 70 acoustic acts will perform across 10 intimate stages during the family-friendly festival on September 26, 2026
ORMOND BEACH, Fla. — Songwriters Showcases of America (SSA) will present the inaugural Ormond Beach Unplugged Songwriters Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the historic Casements in Ormond Beach.
Billed as “A Monumental Celebration of Creativity in Music and Art,” the rain-or-shine festival will feature more than 70 acoustic acts performing across 10 indoor and outdoor stages.
The new festival builds on SSA’s previous Ormond Beach Live festival, which began in 2018 and was presented for seven years on multiple stages at Rockefeller Gardens, The Casements and Fortunato Park. This year’s event will bring all performances to The Casements for a more intimate experience.
Music on all 10 stages will be presented unplugged, with performers using primarily acoustic instruments and singing without vocal microphones. Each performance area will offer a relaxed, campfire-style setting that allows audiences to experience the songs and artists up close.
In addition to live music, the family-friendly festival will feature nostalgic carnival games, multiple food trucks, an artist village, beer gardens, a bounce house, a youth art contest and more.
A Monumental Celebration of the Creativity of Music & Art! For 26 years the SSA continues to provide the most diverse cultural live music events in the City of DeLand and throughout the county.
Over 100 Acts on 12 stages Featuring Over 70 Artist and Trade Show Booths, Youth Art Contest, Multiple Food Vendors, Beer & Wine Garden and lots of things to do for the kids. Alternative site is at https://ssa.cc/ormond.html
Sat Nov 7th 2026. A 12 hour Original Music & Art Festival consisting of: Rock, Folk, Blues, Americana, Jazz, Country, Metal and more Also: Art Displays, Food Trucks, Beer Gardens and more.
