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Celebrate Local Music and Art at Senoia PorchFest 2023!

Celebrate Local Music and Art at Senoia PorchFest 2023!

by | Jun 30, 2023

Senoia PorchFest is a spectacular hometown community celebration that proudly showcases local and regional bands and musicians, galleries of local artists, walk-up restaurants, food trucks and drink proprietors, as well as activities for the whole family. Taking place on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM, this event is organized by the Senoia Downtown Development Authority and all performances are free with tips for the musicians suggested. For an even more exceptional experience, VIP concert tickets from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM can be purchased.

Experience Senoia PorchFest

Senoia PorchFest is an exciting community celebration that brings together local and regional bands, musicians, artists, food trucks, and drink proprietors. It will be held on Sunday, September 3, 2023 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM, and tickets for the VIP concert from 7:30 – 10:00 PM are also available for purchase. During the event, porches and yards become stages while streets become artist galleries and walk-up restaurants. Senoia PorchFest is organized and sponsored by the Senoia Downtown Development Authority, and all performances are free with tips for the musicians suggested. Additionally, kids activities and limited golf cart shuttles will be available to get participants to the PorchFest perimeter. Volunteers will also be present throughout the neighborhoods to answer any questions.

What to Expect at Senoia PorchFest

Senoia PorchFest is an exciting community celebration where porches and yards become stages for local and regional bands and musicians. Last year, over 2000 music enthusiasts attended this pedestrian event. Streets are closed to all automobile and golf cart traffic, so attendees should plan to park in downtown Senoia and walk to the porches and stages. Volunteers will be available throughout the neighborhoods to answer questions and maps of the porches and performers will be posted at intersections. Attendees can look forward to enjoying local and regional musicians and artists as well as food trucks and drink proprietors. All performances are free, with tips for the musicians suggested, and tickets for the VIP concert from 7:30 – 10:00 PM are available for purchase.

Get Ready for Senoia PorchFest!

Senoia PorchFest is an annual event that draws music enthusiasts from across the country. Last year’s event was attended by over 2000 people, and this year promises to be even bigger and better. The streets will be closed to all automobile and golf cart traffic, and attendees are encouraged to park in downtown Senoia and walk to the porches and stages. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions, and maps of the porches/performers will be posted at intersections for easy navigation. Local and regional talent are invited to apply to perform, and tip jars and QR codes will be available for attendees to show their appreciation.

Join the Artist Alley!

Senoia PorchFest 2023 is proud to offer an Artist Alley on Sunday, September 3, 2023 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Pylant Street near Andrews Parkway. Each artist will have their own 12’ x 12’ feet area to work and display their art. Set up begins at 2:00 PM and artists must be ready to interact with patrons by 3:00 PM. Parking assistance will be available for all artists and a fee of $50.00 is required to participate in the Artist Alley. If you would like to join the Artist Alley, submit an application and if it is approved, instructions for registering as an official participant will be sent via email.

Experience the 2022 Senoia PorchFest!

The 2022 Senoia Porchfest is proudly organized by the Downtown Development Authority and offers a wide range of exciting activities. From local and regional musical performances to art galleries and walk-up restaurants, PorchFest is a fantastic opportunity for the whole family to come together and enjoy a unique hometown experience. With free entry, food and drinks available to purchase, and VIP experience tickets for just $25, there is something for everyone at this year’s PorchFest. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this amazing event!

What to Bring

PorchFest is the ideal event for walking and enjoying the sights, sounds, and flavors of Senoia. To ensure that all vendors have a fair opportunity to participate in the event, outside food, drinks, and coolers are not allowed within the PorchFest area. However, there will be ample food and beverage options provided by the vendors attending the event. Patrons are strongly encouraged to dress for the weather and bring a folding chair for their convenience. With an exciting lineup of musical acts, a detailed map and schedule available online and on-site, and plenty of great food and drinks, PorchFest 2023 promises to be a fantastic event!

What to Expect

PorchFest is a proud and positive event that encourages everyone to come and enjoy local businesses, food trucks, and drink vendors. There are also special VIP tickets that provide access to a special performance venue, food and drink vendors, and entertainment from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Porta-johns, including an accessible one, will be located throughout the performance area for convenience, as well as public restrooms behind City Hall on Main Street. PorchFest will take place rain or shine, so plan accordingly and dress appropriately, and please remember that each venue is someone’s porch, so please be respectful and clean up after yourself. No outside food, drink, or coolers will be allowed inside the PorchFest area. This family friendly event is open to all ages.

Strollers, wagons and chairs are encouraged. Children’s activities will be offered at the Children’s Corner at Pylant and Andrew’s Parkway. Dogs must be leashed and well behaved. If you are interested in submitting your band, sponsoring PorchFest or volunteering to help with PorchFest, please visit https://www.enjoysenoia.com/events/senoia-porchfest-2023 for additional information. Make sure to use #SenoiaPorchFest on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to tell your friends about this proud and positive event!

Attendees of Porchfest in Senoia are encouraged to email porchfest@enjoysenoia.com for any inquiries or questions they may have. During the event, helpful volunteers will be readily available to answer attendees’ queries – they can easily be identified by their bright red t-shirts.

Senoia PorchFest is an exciting hometown community celebration featuring performances from local and regional bands and musicians as well as walk-up restaurants, food trucks, and drink proprietors. Sponsored by the Senoia Downtown Development Authority and taking place on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, attendees can look forward to a pedestrian-filled day of music, art, and entertainment with activities for the whole family. Also available are VIP concert tickets from 7:30PM – 10:00PM and limited golf cart shuttles for transport into the porches and yards that have been turned into stages. Prepare to get ready to grab your walking shoes and enjoy a night of free music and good eats among friends and neighbors – Senoia PorchFest is not an event to miss!

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