IMPORTANT FESTIVAL UPDATES
Shows on Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 have been canceled due to impacts of Hurricane Helene. Click here for up-to-date information.
Island Hopper Songwriter Fest
Hitting all the right notes.
From the flow of the waves to the sounds of the music, Island Hopper Songwriter Fest returns for its tenth year to Southwest Florida on Sept. 20–29, 2024. Enjoy live music in intimate venues and outdoor spaces across Captiva Island, Cape Coral, downtown Fort Myers, and Fort Myers Beach through many free and ticketed experiences.
Ranked top music fest in the 2024 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Listen in to the latest Shellcast podcast with local singer-songwriter Claire Liparulo to hear why she loves playing this event, her take on the connecting and healing power of music, exciting new venues in this year's schedule and more.
2024 Headliners
Jeffrey Steele will perform at the Music & Arts Community Center on Sept. 27 with the Gulf Coast Symphony.
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Use the festival app to build your own personalized show schedule, get updates and alerts, and enter to win cool prizes.
Plan Your Trip to Fort Myers
Write your own #MyFortMyers story
Fort Myers' islands, beaches and neighborhoods have a way of leaving a lasting impression. While attending the festival, spend time visiting coastal islands and reconnect over beautiful sunsets. Share in the taste of fresh Gulf seafood and savor every moment together. Collect colorful seashells from white-sand beaches and create treasured memories.
Feels Like Home to Me
Our islands, beaches and neighborhoods feel like home to many of our songwriters and attendees. Check out the Fort Myers theme song, "Feels Like Home to Me", written and performed by Brian Sutherland and Clint Daniels.
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Capture Your Memories
Show us your memories throughout the fest using #IslandHopperFest.
Contact
2201 Second Street
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
Suite 600
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
