Anyone can go out to a giant farm, look around and say “hey, let’s throw a music festival here.” It takes a special kind of visionary to go out on their front porch in their bathrobe to get their morning paper and think the same thing.
Lucky for us, the good people of Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood are those visionaries.
Larchmere Porchfest is one of the most charming music festivals in America, featuring 30 local bands performing on 30 neighborhood porches. Artists ranging in genres from rock, blues, soul, pop, hip-hop, world music and more ensure something for everyone at every porch.
How Does This Work?
Porchfest is like a parade from an alternate universe, where the marching bands and local politicians in convertibles all stay put along the route while onlookers move up the street to see them.
Attendees will move from house to house to watch performances from neighborhood front yards, as well as some restaurants and shops along the way. That means you’ll probably want to bring some lawn chairs or blankets to sit on, and maybe even a cooler. Since you’re practically a guest in these neighborhood homes, please be sure to pick up any trash you might create – it’s the least you can do when someone throws a rock concert on their lawn.
Wait, There’s Food and Shopping Too?
There sure is, friend! No visit to Larchmere is complete without visiting the many amazing shops, art galleries and restaurants that line the Boulevard.
Nothing beats a classic diner breakfast from Big Al’s Diner, where the Corned Beef Hash is to die for. Head to Poppy a Salt+ Restaurant for the mouthwateringly sweet flavor explosion that is Poppy's banana cake. Try Batuqui for authentic Brasilian cuisine in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Once you’re full of tasty Larchmere eats, you’ve got to hit the shops. Book lovers will lose themselves in the new, used and rare tomes at Loganberry Books. Touch history at Bingham’s antiques, Elegant Extras and Marc Goodman Antiques, or explore the many other art, craft and clothing boutiques that line the boulevard.
Check the event website for updates and details.