About Porchfest
Porchfest started in 2007 in Ithaca, NY, uniting musicians and neighbors to celebrate music in the community. Since then, Porchfests have spread across the country and can be found anywhere members of a community want to come together to unite over a shared love of local music and connection.
Porchfest Annapolis debuted on June 14, 2025, from 11 am to 3 pm in the Germantown-Homewood neighborhood. Neighbors volunteered their porches, stoops, or driveways, and local musicians played 40-minute sets. Annapolitans were encouraged to walk from porch to porch throughout the fest to listen to the musical variety and connect with neighbors, friends, and fellow community members.
To start, Porchfest Annapolis was organized in the Germantown-Homewood neighborhood, but future organizing visions include spotlighting a variety of neighborhoods in Annapolis, aiming to present a rich variety of musical talent in the area.
2026 PORCHFEST SPONSORS
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If you are interested in sponsoring Porchfest Annapolis in 2026, please fill out this form. Your sponsorship supports Annapolis-area musicians and fosters community connection!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THIS?
This is a small neighborhood music festival where individual front porches are the music venues. This event aims to connect members of the community with local musicians.
WHAT CAN VISITORS EXPECT?
You can expect a relaxed day filled with music and community. A map of the porches and the musicians at each porch will be available ahead of the event so you can stroll from "stage" to "stage."
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
This event is FREE!
WHEN IS IT?
Porchfest Annapolis 2026 will be held on October 24, 2026 from 11–3 pm, with a rain date on October 25, 2026.
SO, WILL I BE HANGING OUT ON A PORCH?
Good question! The musicians will be playing on the front porch and attendees will be listening from the front yard or the sidewalk. The front porch becomes the stage and the yard/sidewalk is where listeners can gather.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHAT PORCH TO GO TO?
Maps will be available on the website ahead of the event, and printed maps will be available on-site on the day of Porchfest.
HOW CAN I BE INVOLVED?
If you would like to sponsor Porchfest Annapolis, please fill out this form.
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If you would like to be involved in planning Porchfest or volunteering on the day of the festival, please fill out this form or email porchfestannapolis@gmail.com.
CAN WE BRING FOOD?
Yes, you can bring a picnic or snacks during the event, but be sure to clean up after yourself.
IS THIS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT?
Yes! The music will be acoustic or lightly amplified so there is no need to worry about it being too loud for little (or big!) ears. We do ask that participants of all ages be good neighbors and respect the property of the porch host. Please keep an eye on your children and pick up after yourself!
ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Dogs are welcome but please note that there may be people in the crowd who are allergic to or fearful of dogs. Dogs must be kept on leashes and owners are expected to clean up after their dogs.
WHERE CAN WE PARK?
Parking garages near Murray Hill, including Knighton Garage or Park Place Garage are walking distance of the fest. We encourage visitors to walk or bike to the fest to maximize community conscientiousness!
