Walk, bike, rollerblade, and of course, dance. Attendees of all abilities are welcome to enjoy the festivities! Please note that driving in the area is not recommended.
Pro Tip: Bring a bike if you want to get around quickly or if you plan on seeing bands that are far apart.
Check out the map & schedule which is posted on our Facebook page as well as at key intersections via QR codes. Plan some time to wander and make new friends as well!
Drop off your car at Fairfield-Black Rock Train Station (free on weekends) and walk, bike, or Uber in. This enables a quick exit at the end of the day and allows you to explore after-PorchFest shows and restaurants on "The Ave" on your way out.
Note: We strongly advise against bringing a car south of Fairfield Avenue unless you have secured a driveway in advance AND get there before noon.
Safety is our main concern. Please be extremely cautious when attempting to drive any vehicle in this area.
Police will be present throughout the neighborhood in case of emergency. An EMT will also be stationed at St. Ann’s Field for the duration of the day.
Although there will be food trucks and hydration stations, bring a cooler with beverages and snacks for yourself and your friends. Maybe a chair or a blanket too.
We have ordered several port-a-potties this year. Check out the map to see where these are located throughout the neighborhood. Accessible units are located on Beacon Street, St. Ann’s Field, and Harborview Place.
We’ve lined up several amazing food vendors this year! Check out the map to see where these businesses will be located throughout the day.
Pro Tip: Bring some snacks or head over to St. Ann’s Field for a wide variety of food options.
This year we’ve added Kidfest at St. Ann’s Field from 12-5pm. This programming is geared toward families with little ones. For more information, please check out our Facebook page.
Please note: All children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Please clean up after yourselves. Let’s keep up the tradition of no garbage left behind. We will have a handful of bins scattered throughout the neighborhood courtesy of Leon Galemba & Sons Carting. Additional bins will be available on St. Ann’s Field courtesy of RipRour.
Neighbors: Please consider putting out your bins so that people can easily dispose of trash and recyclables.
They are doing this for free! Venmo handles will be included on the interactive map!
Some are even serving beverages and food - and they are doing this for free.
That you see.
Please be respectful of lawns and private property. Remember, this is a wholesome, family-friendly event.
Stroll or ride around St. Mary’s by the Sea. There are a couple of bands around that way so you can hear music as you take in the beauty of Long Island Sound.
Bring your most fun-loving self. Share the day with the people standing next to you, smile at them, fist bump them, dance with them, and revel in what a wonderful day Black Rock PorchFest is!