The countdown is on for the Highlands-Cashiers Center for Life Enrichment’s Fifth Annual Highlands Porchfest! On Sunday, September 21 from 1:00 to 6:00 P.M., the streets of downtown Highlands will come alive with the sounds of nearly every genre imaginable (sorry Swedish death metal fans, maybe next year) at various venues and businesses around town.
Whether you’re a fan of rock and roll, gospel, country, latin pop, singer-songwriter, or even bagpipes, there’s sure to be a sound that suits everyone!
New to Porchfest this year is the festival’s “Family Zone” at The Bascom. Parents and kiddos alike are encouraged to stop by for all sorts of free family fun. There will be an arts and crafts station with coloring and rock painting, live music (of course!), dancing, and more!
The Highlands-Cashiers Hospital will also be on site with their “Teddy Bear Clinic.” Kids can bring their own stuffed animals – or adopt one on site – for a “checkup” by a health care professional and learn all about medical procedures and instruments, how to fix “boo-boos,” and help alleviate fears around hospital workers and environments. There will also be free water and snacks while supplies last.
Also new to Porchfest this year is the festival’s first ever collaboration with the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival.
Be on the lookout for two HCCMF musicians, cellist Helen Kim and violinist Charae Krueger, who will bring a whole new sound to our ever-growing musical lineup. We are thrilled to have HCCMF musicians represented at this year’s festival. If you missed their stellar performances during the Chamber Music Festival, then this is your chance to witness these remarkably talented artists.
Highlands Porchfest is organized by the Highlands-Cashiers Center for Life Enrichment staff, board members, and volunteers. The event is free to attend, and all are welcome. The festival’s goal is to support local musicians, businesses, and the community through a day of fun, free, inclusive music and connection.
No outside event producers or marketing agencies are commissioned, however CLE can’t bring this event to life alone. Thank you to all of our 2025 event sponsors, volunteers, Arts Reach Council of Macon County, and Plateau community for your ongoing support. You’re the ones who truly rock!
For more information on Porchfest, artists, venues, schedules, or how to get involved, please visit highlandsporchfest.com. We hope to see you there!
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