Frequently Asked Questions

The event will take place on August 16th, 2026 from 12 pm - 5 pm.

PorchFest is a walkable music festival held on residential porches throughout Lancaster, New York.

• Performances happen at multiple locations at scheduled times 
• Attendees walk from porch to porch 
• The event is free and open to the public

We have musicians that represent   wide-ranging selection of genres.Including rock, jazz, pop, kids entertainment, and many others.

There will be something for everyone!

If you are a band, click the “Band Sign-Up” link on our site and complete the registration form. The festival will assign you to a porch if you do not already have an address to play

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If you are a porch host, click the “Host Sign-Up” link on our site and complete the registration form. The festival will pair you with a band if you do not already have one lined up!

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Please note that bands will play 1 hour sets, and the festival will assign the set time in order to make sure there are no conflicts with other porches and bands.

Bands are assigned to host locations based on:

• Availability 
• Location and logistics 
• Requests when possible 

Not all requests can be guaranteed, but they are considered.

The lineup and schedule are not set yet.

Assignments for hosts and performers will be made after registration closes. The full lineup, map, and schedule will be released closer to the event date.