FAQ's

It's a FREE music festival, hosted on community porches. You might want to find your favorite musician and stay there all night, you might want to wander and experience many of our 45+ musicians. You get to choose! All musicians will play from 3-8pm, with two shifts-- 3-5:30 and 5:30-8, and you can use the map to see when and where your favorite musicians play! (By the way, the event is free thanks to our great partnership with our sponsors so be sure to support them!). At 8pm, tune into a few or enjoy an evening at one of the local establishments.

Well, in 2021 we made the decision to move the After Party to Sunday because of the rain and-- it worked out really well! Come back on Sunday for the After Party, 4-9pm. We have three musical groups highlighting original music and food trucks. It all happens on the Haynie’s Corner wiffleball field—1022 SE 2nd Street.

Street parking is free! The area the event covers is large! We recommend locating a band you want to start with, parking near them and then wandering around!

Official road closures include Adams Avenue, 2nd Street from Jefferson Avenue to Washington Avenue as well as a closure starting at 5pm at SE Riverside Drive from Shawnee to Chandler. Many other roads may congested or difficult to navigate by car. Pedestrians should use caution, motorists should look twice, and everyone should set reasonable expectations when navigating potentially busy roads.

YES and YES. While there are no specific kid activities planned, kids that LOVE live music will LOVE Front Porch Fest!

Coolers (even ones containing alcohol) are allowed in public spaces. Hosts reserve the right to regulate their private space, please be respectful! We request that you avoid bringing glass to reduce risk of injury. Coolers are welcome at the after party. Attendees are expected to follow all local and state laws regarding alcohol. Free water will be available, courtesy of Haynie's Corner Arts District Association, near the fountain while supplies last.

Yes! Port-o-potties and a hand washing station are available near the Alhambra, in the 200 block of Blackford Avenue, at the corner of Linden and SE Riverside Drive and in the 700 block of Second Street. An accessible port-o-potty is located near the Alhambra.

Yes! You can find food trucks near the Haynie's Corner Fountain from 3-9pm on Saturday, and then again at the fountain on Sunday for the After Party from 4-9pm!

Consider small (or large!) bills to tip your favorite musicians, beverages— water for everyone, but open alcohol containers are allowed in public spaces for those over 21, an easy to carry chair, and your ID if you plan to enter any local bars.

Consider asking your company to sponsor Front Porch Fest, volunteer your time, host a band, or bring a friend to the next one! For more information, email hayniescornerartdistrict@gmail.com