PorchFest will take place on April 18, 2026, from 12 pm to 4 pm, transforming the beautiful Town of Tioga/Tioga Town Center into a vibrant, walkable music festival featuring live performances from 10 bands on neighborhood porches throughout the community and on the Tioga Town Center Mainstage. This free, inaugural event invites neighbors, families, and music lovers to stroll through the neighborhood, discover new artists, and enjoy a day of community connection and live music. PorchFest Gainesville is more than just a music festival—it is a community fundraiser benefiting The Independence Project, a nonprofit dedicated to building a supportive community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, allowing them to live as independently as possible. Please see our website: tipgainesville.org.
Throughout the afternoon, guests will enjoy performances across multiple porch stages, food and beverage offerings, and opportunities to support local businesses and nonprofit initiatives. Attendees are encouraged to walk or bike between stages and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that makes PorchFest events so special.