Bristol PorchFest 2025, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 14, from 3 to 6 p.m., will feature 26 bands on 16 porches, entertaining porch hosts and spectators for a free, fun, family-friendly celebration of music and community.

Last year’s PorchFest was a massive success with an audience of over 6,000 strolling and dancing in the streets. This year, 20% more bands are featured within the same footprint by having three 1-hour sets and more ‘sister’ porches—porches next door or across the street pre-set for the next show, preventing dead zones without music!

C. Brito Construction & the Brito Family remain the primary supporters with a generous donation for band stipends. “I can’t think of anything in Bristol that makes us feel as good as PorchFest!” said Betty Brito. “Arts In Common’s work to make

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