For Immediate Release October 7, 2025 Washougal, Washington WASHOUGAL SONGCRAFT FESTIVAL LAUNCHES “NORTHWEST SONGCRAFT” Arts Group to Support Songwriters and Cultural Development Throughout the Region For three years the fledgling non-profit Washougal Songcraft Festival has brought together regional songwriters and audiences in the City of Washougal. The group’s mission has been to both foster the performing arts scene of their […]
We’ve posted a new photo gallery from our Third Annual Washougal Songcraft Festival – it was a blast! Gallery: 2025 Washougal Songcraft Festival
UPDATE: Our free Saturday 8/16 concert is today, and will be in Reflection Plaza in downtown Washougal, 2 – 8 pm! We are sad to relate that our outdoor Reflection Plaza concert scheduled for this Friday has been canceled due to a 90% chance of rain in the forecast. Unfortunately we could not secure an alternate indoor venue for this […]
We are happy to bring you a day of songwriting workshops, and a community open mic as part of this year’s Washougal Songcraft Festival! On Sunday August 17, 2025 we will present four workshops led by different practicing songwriters, at 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, and 4 pm. Then from 5 to 7 pm an open mic will feature […]
We’ve had to make some tough decisions this year because there are so many wonderful songwriters in our region. Some favorites from previous songcraft festivals are returning, but we’ve also made room for some new voices and we know each concert is going to be excellent! This year’s Washougal Songcraft Festival happens over three days, featuring the following artists: Saturday […]
We’re excited to announce a new Lunchtime Songwriter Concert Series in downtown Washougal in July! Grab a lunch nearby and join us at noon in Reflection Plaza for an hour of original music. We’re presenting four excellent songwriters: Brenna Larsen on July 10, Doug Shafer on July 17, Laura May on July 24, and Chad Bault on July 31. The concert is […]
Join us for a fantastic party and fundraiser to support the Third Annual Washougal Songcraft Festival! We are bringing 21 songwriters to perform in Washougal this year, establishing our town as a haven for the craft of songwriting! Come share food, beverages, and songs, and pitch in to make this festival a reality. Date and time: Saturday July 20, 2 pm. […]
We’re excited to bring you the excellent lyrical craft of three fantastic artists: Valdoria, Kitchen Congregation (a solo project of Hannah Morton of LASKA), and Quinton Parker. Join us from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday March 11 at Ashwood Taps & Trucks, 1535 E St in Washougal. This is a free, all-ages event!
This spring we’ve been conducting a pilot educational outreach program at Washougal High School. We sponsor special class sessions in the music classes, bringing it regional songwriters to perform and lead an interactive workshop. It’s been fantastic! The Columbian newspaper has published a great in-depth article with photos, check it out! https://www.columbian.com/news/2025/may/14/theyre-sharing-knowledge-washougal-songcraft-festival-connects-students-with-music-business-professionals/
Join us Wednesday May 14 for an excellent line-up of original songwriters! Jay Ringer, Jet Black Pearl and Tevis Hodge Jr. will be performing original music. The event is free and all-ages, from 6 to 8 pm at Ashwood Taps & Trucks, 1535 E St, Washogual, Washington.