PorchFest

Thank you for a Great PorchFest, see you next year!

West Zone
12 – 2 pm
(West of Willow Ave)

Central Zone
2 – 4 pm
(Willow Ave to Central St)

East Zone
4 – 6 pm
(East of Central St)

Quick Links

Map and Band Listing
Participation and Safety Guidelines
Block Party Info
Ambassador Volunteer Sign-up

About PorchFest

Somerville PorchFest is a community-powered music festival where neighbors host musicians on porches across the city. Each year, thousands of residents and visitors walk, bike, and explore performances throughout the city.

PorchFest Map and Band Listing

Bands will display below as their applications are approved. You can also view the map and listings on its own page here.

map

list

Results

west zone west zone (12–2pm)

central zone central zone (2–4pm)

east zone east zone (4–6pm)

Event Guidelines

Be sure to read the event participation and safety guidelines thoroughly. PorchFest attracts a lot of visitors, please plan accordingly.

  • All performances MUST follow their time zone windows.
  • Performances will be restricted from certain streets and intersections to ensure public safety.
Participation and Safety Guidelines

How Do You Participate?

Application Deadline: Applications for 2026 are now closed

Thank you to everyone who applied.

Interested in Hosting a Block Party?

Application Deadline: Applications for 2026 are now closed

Stay informed and plan your day, Check out the approved block parties.

Porchfest Block PArties Information

Questions?

For PorchFest specific questions email [email protected]