Make a Campfire Songbook
Build a printed singalong book with chords and lyrics everyone can follow. Pass copies around the fire and let the whole group join in — no phones, no squinting at screens.
Why Print a Campfire Songbook?
Everyone can sing along
Pass out copies so the whole group has the lyrics and chords. No more mumbling through the second verse.
No phones around the fire
Screens kill the vibe. A printed book keeps everyone present, looking at each other instead of a glowing rectangle.
Survives the outdoors
Paper handles smoke, dirt, and damp better than a tablet. And when it finally wears out, print another one.
Perfect For
Any group gathering where music brings people together.
Camping trips & bonfires
Pack a songbook with your camping gear. After dinner, pass it around and play until the fire dies down.
Summer camps & scouts
Print a booklet for every camper. Songs by activity — morning wake-up, hiking songs, evening campfire, goodnight rounds.
Family reunions & holidays
Aunts, uncles, cousins — everyone can join in with a lyric book. Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or summer gatherings.
Church retreats & youth groups
Worship songs, hymns, and fun singalongs for outdoor retreats. Chapters by activity or time of day.
Worship songbook guide →Chapter Ideas for a Campfire Songbook
Organize songs so anyone can pick the right one for the moment.
By mood
Most popularUpbeat & Rowdy, Mellow & Acoustic, Slow & Beautiful. Match the energy of the group.
By difficulty
Inclusive2-Chord Songs, Easy (3–4 chords), Intermediate. So beginners and experienced players both find songs they can lead.
By theme
Themed nightsRoad Trip Songs, Love Songs, Funny Songs, Protest Songs, Sea Shanties. Fun for themed sing-along rounds.
By era
Multi-generationFolk Classics, 60s–70s, 80s–90s, Modern Acoustic. Everyone finds songs from "their" decade.
Kids & family
Family campingAction songs, rounds, lullabies, silly songs. A separate chapter for when the little ones are still up.
Closing songs
End of nightGoodnight songs, farewells, and slow finales. End the evening on a warm note every time.
Build Your Campfire Book in 5 Steps
From song ideas to a printed book you can pass around.
- 1
Collect chord/lyric sheets as PDFs
Download chord charts with lyrics from guitar sites, export from apps like Ultimate Guitar or Chordify, or make your own in a word processor and save as PDF. Keep it simple — chords above lyrics is all you need for a singalong.
Find guitar chord charts → - 2
Upload to MakeMySongBook
Drag and drop your PDFs into the builder. Most campfire songs are one page, but multi-page songs are handled automatically too.
- 3
Organize into chapters
Add chapter dividers — "Easy Singalongs," "Classic Acoustic," "Kids & Family," "Closing Songs." Drag songs into chapters and reorder. Add a chapter description like "Songs everyone knows the chorus to."
- 4
Design a fun cover
Set a title like "Campfire Songs 2026" or "The [Family Name] Songbook." Pick warm colors and guitar artwork. Upload a group photo or camp logo if you have one.
- 5
Print copies for everyone
Generate the PDF and print multiple copies. Use A5 Booklet for a compact, fold-and-staple book that fits in a backpack. Hand one to everyone around the fire.
Printing & binding tips →
Tips for a Great Campfire Songbook
- Stick to songs most people know the chorus to. The goal is group singing, not impressing people with deep cuts.
- Use large, readable chord charts. Around a fire with low light, small text is impossible. One song per page keeps things clear.
- Use the A5 Booklet format — it folds to a compact size that fits in a jacket pocket or backpack side pouch.
- Print on heavier paper (100gsm+). Standard printer paper gets limp fast outdoors, especially with damp or morning dew.
- Start with easy songs (2–3 chords) so everyone feels included, then build to more complex ones as the night goes on.
- Add capo position to songs that need it. "Capo 2" next to the title saves someone from having to look it up.
- Print extras. People will want to take copies home — and some will end up as fire starters by accident.
Find Campfire-Friendly Songs
Chord charts and lyric sheets for the most popular campfire instruments.
Ready to Build Your Campfire Songbook?
Upload your chord charts, organize by mood and difficulty, and print copies for everyone around the fire. Free, no account needed.
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