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 Annapolis
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Aaron Hawkins: A member of the band Loose Ties, Aaron Hawkins presents an eclectic set of music
(rock, soul, folk, R & B, country, alternative) with powerhouse vocals.
Ahmed Warshanna: Ahmed Warshanna is a jazz guitarist and composer whose music blends rich
improvisation with impressionistic storytelling. His performances unfold as vivid sonic landscapes,
inviting audiences into moments of deep listening, spontaneity, and connection.
Alaina Tamash: A solo artist on vocals and guitar, Alaina Tamash’s inspirations come from such artists as Avril Lavigne, All Time Low, Green Day, Taylor Acorn, and Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Caamp.
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra: Members of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra perform classical and pops selections.
Asenath Rose: A Maryland-born singer-songwriter who performs intricately written folk songs, Asenath Rose’s work explores themes of the joys and sorrows of holding close to you what is desperate to slip away.
Black Rhinoceros: Performing on cello, guitar, and vocals, Black Rhinoceros plays songs from the 1950s to today.
Brandt Dunn: Brandt is an eccentric one-dude jam band of eclectic originals and covers from the past 100 years.
Brothers and Sisters: A vocal ensemble of brothers and sisters delivers lush three- and four-part
harmonies that breathe new life into classic soft rock and soulful Americana.
Callum: A 19-year-old recording artist from Berlin, MD Callum is known for her unique tone and
synesthetic approach to music. Blending alternative rock with jazz-folk and with emotionally raw lyrics,
she creates music that feels personal and timeless.
Carolyn Krohn and Bill Mackechnie: On guitar, hand percussion, and with tight harmony singing, this duo
plays soulful originals and upbeat covers that you know and love.
Clair Elaine: An Annapolis-based singer and songwriter, Clair Elaine is known for soaring vocals and
thoughtful storytelling.
Dan Guay & Sara Catherine: This father-daughter duo brings six decades of popular music to life.
Danah Denice: With a classical background in piano and a folk background in guitar, singer-songwriter
Danah Denice has a raw and powerful vocal delivery coupled with a pensive, heartfelt lyricism.
David Sparrow: Sometimes introspective, sometimes upbeat, David Sparrow looks at the world through a
songwriters lens and tries to capture the feelings we’re all feeling.
Doug Segree: A singer-songwriter, guitarist, and live performer known for pop and rock music and for
performing at concerts, festivals, and other venues across the country, Doug Segree has written and
recorded 12 albums. His music has also appeared on major network television and in films.
DRKVN: With Dirk Schwenk on guitar and vocals and Kevin Pezzutti on bass and vocals, DRKVN performs
original acoustic rock and folk—like Jack Johnson versus Johnny Cash.
Gary Wright & Leah Weiss: Drawing from the traditions of Appalachian old-time and country music, Gary
and Leah play originals, reinvented and traditional songs and tunes, and innovative covers with driving
fiddle and tight harmonies.
Jimi Haha: A songwriter, musician, visual artist, and publisher, Jimi Haha has been the singer, guitar
player, and songwriter for the band Jimmie’s Chicken Shack for 20 years and for the band Jarflys for 10 years.
KVD: Rhythmic, life-inspired acoustic rock originals, as well as and some 1990s covers.
Madisun Bailey: Madisun Bailey blends genres of soul, alternative jazz, and funk to create her own style.
Michael McHenry: Rooted in soul and funk, Michael McHenry performs original music on guitar and vocals.
Neil Harpe: Neil Harpe has been playing fingerstyle blues from the Piedmont and Mississippi Delta
regions on guitar for years, performing in venues and festivals all over the greater Annapolis/DC area.
Today, he is accompanied by Gary Wright on fiddle and guitar.
Riverside Ramblers: This finger-pickin’ good acoustic ensemble plays indie, bluegrass, folk, and pop.
Sisiwitch: An Annapolis-based trio featuring Meg Murray, Laura Brino, and Sarah Brino, Sisiwitch offers up
three-part harmonies and catchy songs rooted in Americana storytelling.
Skribe: Garage-folk Americana from the land of pleasant living.
Solid Sender Trio: With Jimmy Jacobs on piano, Rurik Reshetiloff on upright bass player, and Leslie Agre
on vocals, Solid Sender Trio presents tunes from the American Songbook.
Soren Mattson: Soren Mattson’s acoustic set is a stripped-down, melodic, and energetic version of MR VCR.
SVV Duo: An eclectic mix of Americana folk from 1960s to the present, featuring guitar, violin, and vocals.
The Befuddlers: The Befuddlers is an acoustic roots music trio with Jenn Byrne (bass, vocals), Larry Byrne
(guitar, vocals), and Pete Reichwein (dobro, vocals). Their roots stretch from Brazil to Ireland and beyond,
incorporating the music of many different folk cultures with some unusual twists.
The Livebox: A project to revive traditional music from Maryland and the Chesapeake, Livebox draws from
field recordings, printed collections, and extant oral traditions. It imagines a second genesis of American
traditional music birthed in the wake of 20th-century folk revivals.
Tim Atkinson: Tim Atkinson has been playing music for most of his life. His eclectic style of songwriting
stems from his love of all music; elements of rock, blues, soul, jazz, and even a little country surface in his
songs. He has shared the stage with national acts including Styx and R.E.O. Speedwagon.
Tim Kurtzberg: Tim Kurtzberg incorporates personal experiences and perspectives into songwriting that
match evocative lyrics with carefully curated instrumentation and audio technology expertise, presenting
original and cover songs that shift, mold, and transcend.
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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!
