The annual JP Porchfest is set to take place on Aug. 22.
JP Porchfest is a neighborhood festival featuring music, storytelling, dance, and more — all happening on people’s porches, driveways, green spaces, and community locations.
The festival is from noon to 6 pm, and the rain date is Aug. 23.
The main and curated stages are:
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Porchfest Central, Sam Adams Beer Garden, 30 Germania St.
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JP Boathouse, 507 Jamaicaway
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Ula Cafe, 284 Amory St.
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Rogerson House, 434 Jamaicaway
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Drawdown Brewing, 3204 Washington St.
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Spontaneous Celebrations, 45 Danforth St.
Starting in 2022, JP Porchfest started the Community Hour from 3-4 pm, when all performances shut down except at four main stages. Each Community Hour location features a participatory experience including dance classes, visual art, circle singing, and more. The Community Hour locations are:
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Reflections on 250, Sam Adams Brewery Barrel Room, 30 Germania St.
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Cypher 4 Change, First Baptist Church in JP, 633 Centre St.
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Art Sparks with Soraya, JP Boathouse, 507 Jamaicaway
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Afro-Cuban Singing & Drum Circle, Rogerson House, 434 Jamaicaway
Click here for a full listing of performances and locations.
