Word of South

Get ready for a weekend where music and literature collide! From bestselling authors to talented musicians, Word of South offers something for everyone. Enjoy live performances, engaging panel discussions, food from local vendors, onsite shopping, and so much more—all in the beautiful setting of Cascades Park.
Whether you’re a book lover, music fan, or just looking for a fun weekend out, Word of South 2026 is the place to be. And the best part? It’s completely FREE!
Learn more at wordofsouthfestival.com

Word of [South], a festival of literature and music, is a unique blend of writers and musicians and an exploration of the relationship between the two disciplines. Beginning with our first festival in 2015, the festival showcases authors who write about music, musicians who also are authors, authors and musicians trading places, and everything in between. We’re especially proud of our “mu-aushups”: authors and musicians appearing together (some of whom have never met), as well as our cookbook authors, kids programming and musical performances of every genre–we’ve got gospel and HipHop, pop and bluegrass, jazz and country, Americana and R&B. Bring the whole family, and come see what’s down South!

All Word of South festival events and shows are free, with the exception of the Earth, Wind & Fire performance on Friday, April 24, 2026. You do not need a ticket to attend any Word of South event April 25-26, 2026.