Musicians will need to bring their own instruments, amplifiers, and any other equipment needed for their performance. Remember that all performances are low amplification so please be considerate of neighbors and nearby performers and keep amplification to a minimum.

 

How long will my performance be?

• Performance time(s) will be determined by what time slots are selected on the registration form, with a brief setup time beforehand. You are welcome to extend your performance as long as your host is okay with it, and it doesn’t conflict with a neighboring performance scheduled nearby.

 

How many songs should I prepare?

• We recommend preparing enough songs to fill your allotted time slot, typically 8-10 songs.

 

Can I sell merchandise during my performance?

• Yes, musicians are allowed to sell merchandise during their performance.

 

Can I choose the location where I will perform?

• If you already know a host or a location where you would like to like to perform, feel free to reach out to the host directly to see if they would be interested in hosting. Once you have confirmed the location for your performance, please indicate that on your registration form.

• If you don’t already have a location confirmed, indicate that on the registration form and we will pair you with one of the registered hosts. We will do our best to accommodate requests for specific locations and times. Performances will be scheduled based on availability and logistics.

 

As a host or performer, what should I do if I have any issues or concerns during the performance?

• We will have Porchfest volunteers available before, during, and after the event to assist hosts and performers with any issues that may arise. Contact information will be provided to bands and hosts.