ATTEND PORCHFEST
Join us for a donation-supported afternoon of live music on neighborhood porches in Auburn, California!
EVENT DETAILS
Date
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location
Various Porch Locations, Auburn, CA
Admission
Free to attend — all are welcome
Parking
Parking available at Recreation Park and surrounding streets.
Restrooms
Public restrooms available at Recreation Park.
REGISTER NOW — PAY WHAT YOU CAN
Register to let us know you're coming — and consider a small donation to help cover the real costs of putting this on. Every dollar goes directly toward making Porchfest happen again next year.
REGISTER ON EVENTBRITEPERFORMER REGISTRATION
Are you a musician, band, or performer in the Auburn area? Apply to perform at Auburn Porchfest 2026! We welcome all genres and skill levels. Performers are matched with porch hosts and perform a 1-hour acoustic or lightly amplified set.
Submit Your Application
Fill out the performer registration form with your name, contact info, genre, and a link to your music.
Get Matched
Our organizers will match you with a porch host in your area. You'll receive confirmation and location details by September.
Perform!
Show up, set up, and play your 1-hour set for the neighborhood. Acoustic or lightly amplified only.
HOST REGISTRATION
Want to open your porch to the community? Porch hosts are the heart of Porchfest! You can either be paired with a musician by our organizers, or book your own band. Sets are 1 hour and acoustic or lightly amplified.
Host Requirements
- A front porch, yard, or outdoor space visible from the street
- Willingness to host a 1-hour music set
- Available on Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 12–4 PM
- Acoustic or lightly amplified performances only
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does it cost to attend?
There's no ticket price — but Porchfest isn't free to put on. Performers, hosts, the city, and organizers all give real time and resources to make it happen. We ask attendees to donate what they can when they register. Every dollar helps bring it back next year.
Where do I park?
Parking is available at Recreation Park and on surrounding neighborhood streets. We encourage carpooling or biking when possible.
Can I bring my dog?
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at outdoor porch performances. Please be respectful of hosts and other attendees.
What if it rains?
Auburn Porchfest is a rain-or-shine event. Most performances are on covered porches. Check our Facebook page for any weather-related updates.
How do I find the porch locations?
A full map and schedule will be available on our website and at the event. Check the Porch Locations 2026 page closer to the event date.
Is there food available?
Some porch hosts may offer refreshments. There are also restaurants and cafes within walking distance in downtown Auburn.