Tiny Porch Neighborhood Concert Series, a grassroots music showcase in Richmond’s Woodland Heights, is looking for musicians to fill its 2025 season. Organizers recently reached out to us after seeing the range of artists featured in our Richmond Music of Right Now poll, using it as a guide to find emerging talent in the city. Their hope is to expand their lineup and encourage more musicians to get involved.
About Tiny Porch Concerts
The Woodland Heights Tiny Porch Concert Series represents a grassroots community effort initiated by a dedicated group of neighbors in spring 2023. Held on Sunday evenings, the event revolves around three “host porches,” each featuring two sets of musical performances throughout the evening. This setup gives Woodland Heights residents—both long-time locals and recent newcomers—a regular, laid-back opportunity to explore their neighborhood while enjoying live music.
Beyond the music, these porch concerts are about fostering community. The series creates a space where neighbors and visitors from nearby areas can come together, share conversations, and enjoy a lineup of diverse Richmond artists in a unique and intimate setting. As it continues to grow, the Woodland Heights Tiny Porch Concerts will keep strengthening the bonds between new and established community members.
Upcoming Tiny Porch Concert Dates for 2025:
- Sunday, June 22
- Sunday, July 20
- Sunday, August 17
- Sunday, September 21
- Sunday, October 19
Each event features three host porches, six different musical acts, and an atmosphere centered around neighborhood camaraderie. Artists play to crowds ranging from 100 to 300 people, with performances being tip-based—typically earning musicians between $150-$200 per set.
Musicians interested in performing can apply via this form. More details on the series can be found at tinyporchconcerts.org.
How to Get Involved
Want to be part of Tiny Porch 2025? Whether you want to host, perform, volunteer, or support, there are plenty of ways to help make this community event a success. Applications for the season are LIVE and will close on March 15th.
Be a Host Porch 2025 – Open your porch to live music and help create a welcoming neighborhood event.
Perform Live 2025 – Apply to play and share your music with the community.
Food Truck 2025 – Bring great eats to the shows!
Sponsor Tiny Porch 2025 – Support local music and community gatherings.
Volunteer/Organize – Help make the event run smoothly.
Share why you love Tiny Porch – Spread the word and share your experience!
Tiny Porch T-Shirt Design Contest – Get creative! Submissions due by February 28th.
Stay tuned for more on Tiny Porch Concerts and other grassroots music events happening around town.
Main photo by Dave Parrish
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