Beyond the shows: dinners, brunches, a sound bath, workshops, and the Student Showcase.
OSF7: Thursday · John Emerald Distillery
OSF7 opened with a Kickoff Dinner at John Emerald Distillery, an intimate cocktail dinner with a menu by Chris Wilton and a live set from festival artist IONE. Expect something like it to open OSF8 as well.
OSF7: Sunday · The Bottling Plant Pavilion
Sunday Brunch & Songs has run every year since the festival's first one. At OSF7, VIP pass holders got a brunch buffet by Chef Chris Wilton, a Bloody Mary bar from John Emerald Distillery, and performances from festival artists.
OSF7: Saturday · Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa
A buffet breakfast and an intimate live set at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa, the festival's official lodging partner and where the artists stay.
OSF7: Saturday, 8:30 AM · Flora Wren
A restorative Sound Bath led by Katie Martin, blending soundscapes and calming vibrations to reset before a full day of music.
OSF7: Saturday, 10:00 AM · Flora Wren
An interactive songwriting workshop led by a featured festival artist (Jeff Black, at OSF7): process, inspiration, and technique, open to songwriters of all levels and fans curious how songs come together.
OSF7: Saturday, 11:30 AM · Flora Wren
A hands-on workshop on the art of guitar tone: gear, technique, and the details that shape a guitarist's sound. Larry Mitchell led OSF7's session.
OSF7: Friday, 4:00 PM · Flora Wren · Free
Practical techniques for singing and playing longer with less strain: healthy habits, managing illness and long performances, and what actually helps. Led by Dr. Philip Snider at OSF7.
Every year · The Sound Wall Music Initiative Sponsored Stage
Student songwriters are selected each year to perform an in-the-round set on the SWMI Sponsored Stage: original songs only, judged by a panel, open to any songwriter in high school or younger. Entries for OSF8 are open now.
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