Athens Porchfest

Athens Porchfest The 3rd Annual NENA Porchfest will be held on Sunday May 17, 2026. The 2nd Annual NENA Porchfest, held on May 18, 2025, was a huge success.

Thanks to our volunteers, and the droves of attendees that came out to celebrate local music and community with us.

09/22/2025

Some old-time folk music at the Ithaca Porchfest today, September 21, 2025. A couple of the Athens Porchfest organizers went on a pilgrimage to the original porchfest.

08/30/2025

with her band playing The Side Bar Athens tonight.

Thanks to our sponsor, Republic of Athens Records for helping to make NENA Porchfest 2025 happen!
05/29/2025

Thanks to our sponsor, Republic of Athens Records for helping to make NENA Porchfest 2025 happen!

STILL TIME TO SHARE YOUR NENA Porchfest 2025 EXPERIENCE + WIN! 🎶🎁Haven’t yet responded to the Attendee Survey? No worrie...
05/27/2025

STILL TIME TO SHARE YOUR NENA Porchfest 2025 EXPERIENCE + WIN! 🎶🎁

Haven’t yet responded to the Attendee Survey? No worries! We’re still collecting feedback from this year’s 2nd Annual NENA Porchfest—and we want to hear from you.
Tell us what you loved, what you'd tweak, and help us plan an even better Porchfest next year. You’ll also get to vote for your favorite performers, and as a thank-you, you’ll be entered into our FREE RAFFLE to win awesome swag and gift cards from 10 local businesses.

We just randomly selected the first Raffle winner, Rob R., who happens to live in the Near Eastside Neighborhood. He chose the Jackie O’s grand prize grab bag (good decision on his part). We will be selecting another 14 winners in the coming week. There’s plenty more raffle prizes from 9 other local businesses to choose from. See photos.

It only takes a few minutes. Hit the link and let us know what you think!
Link: https://forms.gle/5o9MKkpPmWr2taXQ9

Thanks to the Athens County Independent for great local coverage of the 2nd Annual NENA Porchfest 2025.
05/26/2025

Thanks to the Athens County Independent for great local coverage of the 2nd Annual NENA Porchfest 2025.

ENTHUSIASM FOR NENA PORCHFEST 2025 FROM SOCIAL MEDIA POSTSHere's a small sampling of public social media comments on Fac...
05/26/2025

ENTHUSIASM FOR NENA PORCHFEST 2025 FROM SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
Here's a small sampling of public social media comments on Facebook and Instagram. We appreciate all your wonderful words about Porchfest. Thank you for celebrating local music, neighborhood vibes, our fabulous local businesses, and Athens’ incredible spirit.

“Wow. I was overwhelmed by the energy this year. So well organized and so many folks walking our neighborhood. Thanks to everyone involved. What a gift to us. It truly was the best of all of us.” — Tina Carnes Kelsey

“I do believe, a good time was had by all.” — Charles Button

“I heard many, many people say it was their favorite day in Athens now.” — Steve MorningDew

“I loved all of it! My favorite part? Interacting with all the kids. They were having a blast too.” — Stephanie Hayes

“We had a super fun time at Porchfest! Athens is such a great place to share music, and we were honored to be a part of the experience! Thanks again to everyone who came out!” — RabbleRouzer

“We’re still basking in the joy from yesterday’s NENA Porchfest. It was such an incredible day in our incredible town. Big thanks to everyone who helps make it possible.” — Chris Michael & the Andrews

“It was a great day. What an ending. The crowd was immersed with Jorma Kaukonen performing at 60 S. Shannon during NENA Porchfest. What an amazing place to live. In an Athens wonderland...” — Hil Hackworth

“NENA Porchfest was the best! Athens... you’re just so cool.” — Thomson

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