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Porchfests are annual music events held across the United States and in Canada on front porches. Started in Ithaca, New York in 2007, porchfest events bring local musicians and neighborhoods together to celebrate and create a sense of community. Porchfest music festivals began as a means for neighbors and local community members to highlight artists on front porches. Bands, singers, and instrumentalists participate in the festival for no other reason than to showcase their talents and engage the community. Musicians voluntarily take to the "stage" on porches at their designated times and perform for the public. Admission is FREE and no tickets is required.
Yes, absolutely! Click here to signup:

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Great questions! We advise you to bring your own folding chair, water and an umbrella just in case we get sprinkles or to block the sun from beaming down on you. Also, be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring good vibes!
Feel free to bring your own food and beverages. Just remember that each venue is someone's home or business, so please be sure to clean up after yourself. Or don't pack any food and instead support the local food vendors! PLEASE NOTE: There are currently no plans for an officially contained Porchfest DC festival area. The entire event takes place in individually owned yards, the public streets in between and some commercial areas. When in public, you are subject to the usual laws regarding alcohol consumption.
Yes, there will be a Porta-Potty (location TBA). There are also public bathrooms nearby. Porchfest DC host homes are not obligated to provide any facilities.
No, we're rain or shine.

We understand the severity of the pandemic and how important it is to take every measure possible to keep everyone safe and follow all guidelines. We are following CDC as well as city guidelines, and at present, these are the COVID-19 precautions we and everyone who attends Porchfestdc are required to follow in order to promote a safe experience.

Also, please keep in mind that we are constantly reviewing and reevaluating precautions and protocols as they relate to the current COVID-19 situation which continues to change rapidly, as such we encourage you to revisit this page prior to traveling to the festival for updates.

 

FACE MASKS

Face masks are required for entry and throughout the event. Wearing a mask will be strictly enforced. Anyone found to be non-compliant will be asked to leave.

 

SOCIAL DISTANCING

Social Distancing will be enforced through the entire event. Social distancing markers will be in place in all areas where crowds could gather.  Signage will be utilized to remind attendees to stay socially distant.

 

TEMPERATURE CHECKS

Temperature checks will be administered at the start of the festival. Based on CDC guidelines temperatures over 100.4 will not be permitted entry.

 

SIGNAGE

There will be signs and markers to remind attendees to social distance and wear masks, which will also be monitored and controlled by Porchfestdc volunteers and staff.

 

HAND SANITIZER STATIONS

Hand Sanitizer Stations will be placed throughout the event for attendee’s convenience. Stations will be positioned at entrances, restrooms and food areas.

 

THOROUGH SANITIZING

Rest assured the sanitization will extend to the entire event - tables, chairs and etc. will be cleaned and sanitized every ½ hour.

 

VENDOR VILLAGE

Attendees that are eating or drinking can only remove their masks in this food area.

 

GENERAL WELLNESS

We ask that all attendees self-evaluate prior to coming to the show to protect others at the event. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has had COVID-19 in the 14 days prior to the event, please do not show up to partake in the festival.

 

As COVID-19 news changes rapidly, we recommend you subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on social media (Facebook/Instagram /Twitter) to be the first to receive new information. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at porchfestdc@gmail.com