The Porch Stomp Folk Music Festival will take place on June 21, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Governors Island, featuring around 200 to 250 acts and 400 performers across 18 stages. Organized entirely by volunteers and supported by donations, the event embodies a grassroots spirit with no main acts, focusing instead on the diversity of folk music. Performances will occur in an intimate, acoustic format, fostering a picnic-like atmosphere for attendees. Artists will present various genres, from sea shanties to Irish music, encouraging community engagement and celebration of local talent.
While some music festivals have main acts, Porch Stomp is a huge mix of performers in various folk genres. There’s no headliner. Everybody pretty much does a 30-minute set.
It's a grassroots festival with performers specializing in sea shanties, Irish music, and more, setting up on makeshift stages on grass called porches.
We can have stages close together because for the most part, everything is acoustic, with very little amplification, ensuring an intimate experience.
This year's lineup will feature around 200 to 250 acts and 400 performers on 18 stages, showcasing the diverse talent of New York City's folk music scene.
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