In previous years, we have accepted 100% of performer registrations and plan to do so again. However, if we have an unusually high number of registrations, there’s a small chance this could change. We will let you know for sure after August 15, when registration closes. Register ASAP to secure your spot!

Yes, on the registration form, you can request an address that you want to play at. The owner of that porch will complete the Host Registration form, so send them a link to Host information page on our website and encourage them to sign up!

Performers are expected to have one hour of material for each slot you sign up for. You can choose to play one or two sets. We ask that you please stick to the set times. We carefully plan the sets to avoid noise conflicts in neighborhoods. Please don't finish playing early - some folks will plan to catch the last half of a performers set, so finishing early can cause disappointment.

Yes! We will pair you with a host.

Porch Fest is a free community event where people perform for free in order to share their music and love of live performance.

We celebrate this grassroots, community aspect of the event, but we recognize that performing can incur various costs, and we are committed to ensuring that these do not become barriers to participation. So in 2024 we are piloting a Performer Support Program to make Porch Fest as accessible as possible to all musicians, regardless of financial circumstances. You can find out more about it here

This is a community event and sharing is strongly encouraged! Before the event we will connect you with the host and the other performers playing, so you have the chance to coordinate sharing of equipment. Reach out to the Porch Fest team if you need more help!

Yes, you are very welcome to put out a tip jar/display your Venmo info for folks to tip you. You can also sell CDs and merchandise.

New for 2024: the Roslindale Porch Fest app will contain performer bios, and can include a link to your Venmo so people can tip directly in the app. Just give us your Venmo details when you register and we'll do the rest!