Hot Shots | SML Songwriters Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience at picturesque Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, June 12–14, 2026!
The SML Songwriters Festival will showcase an incredible lineup of talented songwriters sharing their songs and the stories behind them.
Schedule:
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Martin & Kelly
Annalyse Marie
Drew Freeland
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Megan Conner
Mark Lonsway
Payton Rae
Jessie Pugh
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Justin Klump
Jeff Middleton
J4
Krystal King
8:45 PM- 9:45 PM
Jacob rice
Eric Halbig
Grace Maher
Ryan Neely
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Johnny & Heidi
Justin Love
Robinson Treacher
Presented by Hook, Lines & Singers, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, this festival supports area charities through the power of music. Run entirely by volunteers, all donations are tax-deductible and directly benefit our community. This year’s proceeds will benefit SML Good Neighbors and American Legion Post 62.
We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors and venue partners whose support makes the SML Songwriters Festival possible. Together, we celebrate music, uplift local talent, and create lakeside memories that last a lifetime.
A special thank you to our 2026 sponsors:
Diamond Sponsor:
Fraternal Order of Eagles FOE #4344
Multi-Platinum Sponsors:
Zitel
Riddick Roofing, Inc.
PJ at the Lake / SML Buzz
Gold Sponsors:
Capps
Cottage Gate
Silver Sponsors:
Haley Toyota of Roanoke
TBS Construction
T-Shirt Sponsors:
Jo & Co. Jewelers
Bridgewater Marina
Bronze Sponsor:
New Millennium