November 9, 2025 – Kerrville New Folk Winners Tour

Many people consider the Grassy Hill Kerrville New Folk Songwriting Competition to be the soul of the Kerrville Folk Festival. Every year since 1972, songwriters have been invited to submit two songs to be considered for this prestigious competition.  From over 800 submissions in 2025, 24 artists were invited to come to the Kerrville Folk Festival and perform their songs before an adoring and enthusiastic audience.  A panel of professional musicians selected six “award winners” from the 24. Of course, they are all outstanding musicians, especially having been selected to be finalists.  Each year the six award winners are invited to participate in a tour in central Texas.

This year, five of the award winners will be able to participate in the tour and share their incredible songs and musicianship. To read a little about each participant go to the links on the front page of this website.