Hootenanny 2026 – Play Music on the Porch Day
Join us for Hootenanny, a warm and welcoming celebration of Play Music on the Porch Day—featuring live music, poetry, comedy, and community storytelling in the heart of Morganton, NC.
This isn’t your average open mic. It’s a laid-back gathering where musicians, poets, comedians, and music lovers come together to share songs, stories, and good energy. Whether you’re performing or just listening, everyone is welcome.
How It Works
Bring a chair, stay a while, and enjoy an afternoon of local music, poetry, comedy, and storytelling. Clap and sing along—or dance if the mood strikes!
Free & family-friendly performances under a shaded canopy
Cold beverages available at no charge
All are welcome—performers and listeners alike
Performers
The full lineup for Hootenanny 2026 will be announced on or by June 30, 2026. Check back for details and artist profiles, which will also be featured in the Facebook event discussion thread.
Volunteers
We need helping hands to keep the event running smoothly! If you’d like to volunteer with setup, hospitality, or cleanup, please reach out—we’d love to have you join the team.
We hope you’ll come sing, strum, speak, and celebrate with us!