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Historic Balsley Block in Dayton's Oregon District
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Annual tradition

Dayton Porchfest

Residents of the historic St. Anne’s Hill neighborhood open their front porches to local musicians for an afternoon of free shows.

Genres range from folk and bluegrass to rock and jazz, all within a few walkable blocks of 19th-century homes.

Tips for going

  • Wear comfortable shoes — the neighborhood is hilly.
  • Be respectful of residents' lawns and porches.
  • Street parking is limited; park nearby downtown and walk.

Photos

Historic Balsley Block in Dayton's Oregon District
Historic Balsley Block in Dayton's Oregon District · Photo: HistoricBuildingFan, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Historic Wright-Dunbar neighborhood in Dayton
Historic Wright-Dunbar neighborhood in Dayton · Photo: Ken Lund, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Downtown Dayton, Ohio
Downtown Dayton, Ohio · Photo: Nyttend, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons

Dates and times change from year to year — confirm with the organizer before you go.

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