Strangers to Friends Songwriters Retreat
Schedule
Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 11:00 am
UTC-05:00Location
127 W Main St | Jonesborough, TN
About this Event
Join us for the inaugural Songwriter’s Retreat at the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center in Jonesborough TN, to foster creativity, connection, and community among songwriters.
Investment:The cost is just $599 per person which includes:
• Two-night stay at the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center
• Friday-Dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch, Sunday light breakfast.
• Full Songwriter’s Retreat programming including further information surrounding retreat once registration has been completed.
•Each of the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center’s 8 available uniquely decorated rooms offer free Wi-Fi, private baths, individually controlled heating and air, refrigerator, and Keurig coffee machines. There are three rooms available on the main floor (no stairs), and 2 rooms with separate beds. Included with each guest’s stay is access to our second floor front porch with rocking chairs, a back patio with outdoor seating, fire pit, and a gazebo. Free parking.
•Space is limited.Reserve your spot today while slots are still available!
Friday
🕑: 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Guest Check In
Host: Vickie Austin
Info: Check-in & settle in and walk through our historic town’s shops, theaters, and restaurants.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
“Meat & Greet”
Host: Carol Johnston
Info: Grilled meat with side options. (Dietary restriction options upon prior request). Enjoy making connections with fellow songwriters.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Informal Songwriters Round
Host: Tim Stafford
Info: Bring your guitar or borrow one. We will gather for a writer’s round, share a song you have written, and the story behind it.
Saturday
Friday
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Formal breakfast at the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center
Host: Chef Aaron
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Morning Session
Host: Tim Stafford
Info: Songwriter’s Retreat begins, led by well-known acclaimed songwriters, Bobby Starnes and Tim Stafford.
More info available at check in.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Luncheon at the Historic Eureka Inn & Event Center
Host: Chef Aaron
🕑: 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Afternoon Session
Info: Hosted by well-known acclaimed songwriters, Bobby Starnes and Tim Stafford.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Informal Jam Session
Info: Everyone gather with your instruments for a time of music and fellowship.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Evening open to enjoy dinner at Grace Meadows Farm or other local restaurants.
Host: The Kitchen at Grace Meadows Farm
Info: Dinner is an optional outing to a recommended local restaurant and is not included in the retreat pricing.
Sunday
🕑: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Continental Breakfast with a Big Pot of Coffee
Host: Your Friends @ The Historic Eureka Inn
Info: Farewells, reflection, and promises of another Songwriter’s Retreat this summer!
Where is it happening?
127 W Main St, 127 West Main Street, Jonesborough, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 641.02
