7th Annual Poughkeepsie PorchFest Date is Set

POUGHKEEPSIE – On Sunday, August 23rd the Southside Historic District will host the 7th annual Poughkeepsie
PorchFest from 12:00 – 6:30 PM. This family-friendly, FREE event features musicians from a wide variety of genres. More than 25 porches in Poughkeepsie’s Academy Street & Garfield Place Historic District neighborhood will host musicians performing everything from jazz and spoken word, to pop, country and rock. The event draws up-and-coming performers as well as seasoned professionals from the region.

This celebration of live music and community also includes children’s activities, food vendors and more. Visitors are invited to stroll through the historic neighborhood, which features houses in a variety of 19th and early 20th century styles. The tree-lined streets offer shady spots to stand and watch performers.