Porch Fest X Coming Soon: A Decade of Music & Memories!
Get ready for the ultimate musical celebration as Port Austin Porch Fest turns 10! This unforgettable event, taking place on Saturday, June 28, from 1-5 p.m., will feature 35 incredible performers across the charming town of Port Austin. From the intimate vibe of local porches to vibrant evening shows, this weekend promises an explosion of music, culture, and community spirit. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a first-time visitor, you won’t want to miss this epic celebration of sound, soul, and summer!
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A Weekend of Creativity and Connection: Reflections from the HuCo Songwriters Retreat
The HuCo Songs Singer-Songwriter Retreat in Port Austin recently brought together an inspiring mix of returning artists and fresh faces, creating a vibrant atmosphere of creativity and connection. Over the weekend, participants shared their journeys, crafted new songs, and celebrated the joy of making music together. With insights from talented guest instructor Rachel Davis and the charming backdrop of the Bee Barn, the retreat proved to be a remarkable experience that many attendees, like Ashley Monchilov, consider a highlight of their year. This recap captures the essence of the event and invites all musicians and music lovers to join in the celebration of local talent.
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PORCH FEST WEEKEND IN PORT AUSTIN - NEWS & UPDATES
It began as nothing more than an experimental attempt at a village-wide musical showcase on a Saturday afternoon in June 2016. It returns on June 22 for its ninth appearance, now firmly established on the fourth Saturday in June as a prime musical celebration at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb, in beautiful Port Austin. Click read more for more information.
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PORCH FEST IX IN PORT AUSTIN - BE THERE!
It is hard to believe that this will be Porch Fest NUMBER NINE, and its popularity grows every year. Falling annually on the fourth Saturday in June, this year’s event, highlighting thirty-five musical acts, is scheduled on June 22.
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PACP TO HOST NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE SHOW ON JUNE 25TH
As a fitting climax to what promises to be a great Porch Fest VIII weekend, one of the event’s entertainers, Denny Svehla, also known nationally as Denny Diamond, will present “A Neil Diamond Story” at the Port Austin Community Playhouse on Sunday afternoon, June 25, at 2:00 PM. Click read more for ticket information.
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Official Porch Fest VIII Merch Now Available
Items can be purchased at the Port Austin Village Green on Friday evenings between 3-7, at the Port Austin Farmers Market on Saturdays between 9-1, and by contacting Dennis at 586-381-2020.
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Porch Fest Loses Another Dear Friend
Bob Garner, vocalist and mandolin player for the Silverwood Bottom Boys, passed away in early April, a victim of colon cancer. The rest of the group plans to carry on and perform at Porch Fest VIII , as they have since the event's inception. All involved with Porch Fest, and all who enjoyed listening to Bob's and the group's music, offer their deepest condolences to Bob's family and friends.
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Update: Porch Fest VIII in Port Austin will soon be upon us!
What began in 2016 as an attempt to bring a little music into the city on a Saturday in June has become a much-anticipated event for both musicians and audiences alike. Click read more to read the full update.
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Porch Fest Loses a Friend
The Port Austin Porch Fest organizers are sad to report that one of its performers from Porch Fests VI and VII unexpectedly passed away last August. Remembering Mike Tremblay. Read more at the link.
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