PorchFest Music Festivals Spread Across US Communities

PorchFest events continue to thrive across various U.S. communities in 2025, offering free, family-friendly outdoor music performances on porches and local venues. Natick's annual Porchfest featured over two dozen performances with a variety of music styles and attracted attendees on foot, bikes, and carriages enjoying the late summer weather. Erie, Pennsylvania's West Bayfront PorchFest scheduled for September 27 includes a diverse lineup and introduces an after party at Altered State Distillery, supported by sponsorships and community involvement. Ridgewood, New Jersey, is hosting its inaugural Porchfest, highlighting local talent on neighborhood porches and public lawns. St. Louis celebrates PorchFest with multiple simultaneous performances across neighborhoods, including a main stage and a special tribute to areas affected by a recent tornado, showcasing the event's community-building spirit. Meanwhile, Owego prepares for its fourth annual Porchfest in early October, featuring live music across several downtown streets, emphasizing the continued popularity and growth of PorchFest as a grassroots music and community event.