The Screamin’ Eagles Guitar Festival is an all-day event for professionals, students, amateurs, experts, beginners, and lovers of the guitar to meet together and celebrate our fantastic instrument. Get ready for a diverse group of presenters and amazing set of guest artists, a full day of fun activities, educational opportunities, performances, new friendships, and more. This is an inclusive event -- everyone is welcome, no matter what your level is or what kind of guitar you play. This is Guitar for Everyone. Come JAM with us!

The Screamin’ Eagles Guitar Festival will take place on Saturday, March 14th, 2026, all day. Be sure to register soon!

Find out more here about our awesome guest artists!

The Screamin’ Eagles Guitar Festival will take place on the beautiful campus of The University of Southern Mississippi, in the Fine Arts Building.

We are grateful for support from and partnership with various organizations. Click here to find out more.

Click the link below to register today! Email nicholasciraldo@usm.edu with any questions. High school and middle school students: email Dr. Ciraldo for a registration discount!

Tentative Schedule:

9 Registration/Check-In

10 Chamber Music Class with Patterson/Sutton Duo, Marsh Auditorium

11:30 Gypsy Jazz Class with Russell Welch, FAB 365

12:30 Lunch Break

2:00 Festival-Wide Jam Session, Intermezzo @ Woods Gallery

3:30 Coffee Break with Southern Miss Guitar Studio, Mo’ Bay Beignet Co. across the street

5 High School Showcase, Marsh Auditorium

6 Screamin' Eagles Pro Showcase, with Patterson/Sutton Duo and Russell Welch Trio, Marsh Auditorium

After the concert: raffle winner announcement for free guitar, compliments of Music & Arts!