The Bluegrass Pickin' Porch at Providence Porchfest 2026

Five local bluegrass bands will perform as part of the 2026 Providence Porchfest, an afternoon of music and community on neighborhood porches (or driveways or lawns) from more than 100 artists at locations around the East Side. It’s free to attend thanks to the support of musicians and hosts.

The Bluegrass Pickin' Porch at the corner of Dana and Ivy Streets is hosted by the Rhode Island Bluegrass Alliance (RIBA). Here's the band schedule:

12:00 – Ocean State Ramblers

1:00 – Horton, Henry, McClanahan and Sayers

2:00 – Beyond Dixon

3:00 – Ernie Loiselle and Friends