This show is a part of the Rivanna Roots Concert Series, presented by The Front Porch and Rivanna River Company. Doors open at 5 pm and music is from 6-9 pm. This is an outdoor show and all concerts are rain or shine. Kids 12 and under are FREE. For more information about what to bring, parking, and policies, check out our FAQS! 

Bluegrass Destroyers

The Bluegrass Destroyers play a vast and varied collection of bluegrass, newgrass, originals , and covers from many styles of music. With six distinctive lead singers, soaring vocal harmonies, and brilliant instrumental picking, they've become a Charlottesville fave. Including members of Love Canon, Leftover Salmon, and the '77z among others, the band consists of Adam Larrabee (banjo), Darrell Muller (bass), Gabe Robey (guitar), Jay Starling (dobro), Andy Thacker (mandolin), and Richard Will (fiddle).

Rare Bird Alert

Formed in 2020 out of a love for birding in the Blue Ridge, Rare Bird Alert hails from the musical city of Charlottesville, VA. RBA is passionate about sharing a blend of traditional bluegrass, jam band tunes, and more that resonate with audiences of all shapes and sizes. As proud ambassadors of Charlottesville's musical history, they bring the spirit of our community to stages across the east coast. The bands 4 core members are all cville locals teaching at the front porch, pouring coffee at the farmers market, running local businesses, and more. Learn more at www.rarebirdalert.band

*The Rivanna Roots concert series would not be possible without the support of our premier season sponsor Flow Automotive of Charlottesville, and our supporting sponsors Sun Tribe, Martin Horn, and Mountain Top Montessori. A special thank you to our exclusive beverage sponsors Potter’s Craft Cider, Random Row, and Blenheim Vineyards. Our artist hospitality sponsor is Hogwaller Brewing, and 106.1 The Corner is our media sponsor. We also thank Virginia is for Lovers for their continuous support of all that we do at The Front Porch!