Burnt Tavern, photo by John Loreaux
(TUCKERTON, NJ) -- On Saturday, May 31, 2025, the streets of Tuckerton will once again come alive with music, poetry, and art as Tuckerton Porchfest returns for another unforgettable year. This free, all-ages event transforms front porches, local businesses, and community spaces into live performance venues from 11:00am to 7:00pm, showcasing over 30 local musicians, poets, and performers across seven stages.
Porchfest is more than just a music festival—it's a grassroots celebration of local talent, neighborhood pride, and creative energy. Each porch is hosted and managed by members of the New Jersey arts scene, with sound support and care put into curating a welcoming, vibrant experience for all.
The lineup includes acts from the tip of Cape May to streets of Asbury Park and everywhere in between, including some local home grown Tuckerton talent.
From punk to poetry, soul to psych-rock, Tuckerton Porchfest is a one-of-a-kind artistic journey that invites locals and visitors alike to stroll the streets, meet new people, and discover the vibrant culture right here in our hometown.
The day wraps up with a “Deck Party” After Jam from 4:00pm–7:00pm on the upstairs deck of The Grapevine Restaurant (364 E Main St), featuring Allison Stella on keys, surprise guests, and a laid-back open jam session open to all participating artists.
Lineup Highlights Include:
* The Chris Rockwell Collective, Offshot, SOUP, and spoken word poets display their talents on the porch at The Union Market
* A porch stage managed by Shanti Revolution at Tuckerton Seaport, featuring the Tuckerton Elementary School, Maddie Hogan, and Coyote Jack Band
* Original and experimental sets from artists like The Lung, Mourning Coffee, and Lackadaisical Lemon at a private East Main residence curated by Jerry Ryan of Elephant Talk Indie
* Standout local favorites including Amy Elizabeth Band, Ill Rendition, and alternative indie rock favorites Dogbeach at Elliot’s Barbershop on West Main.
* The Lizzie Rose Music Room porch will consist of performances by Jimmy Brogan, Johnny Zafrati, newcomers Pinky and the Brain, and local favorites Burnt Tavern, all at one of Tuckerton’s most cherished venues.
* Acoustic, soul and R&B artists from Telegraph Hill Records will take over a private residence on Main Street with a lineup not to be missed - this will be announced by them on their social media platform @telegraphhillrecords
