Gallatin Canyon

Despite the Montana namesake, Gallatin Canyon makes their home in Charlottesville, Virginia, where the band was founded in 2011. True to their Virginia roots, the band is known for traditional bluegrass music with a unique and modern sensibility. Nodding to the bluegrass past with a traditional spin, Gallatin is also known for rebooting tunes from both the classic country and classic rock genres. From Flatt & Scruggs and Bill Monroe, to Johnny Cash and the Grateful Dead, at any given show, you can expect to hear a vibrant, eclectic blend crossing multiple musical genres.

Mike Burris & Emily Morrison

Mike and Emily are a husband-and-wife duo who share a deep love for making music together. Blending folk, rock, blues, and bluegrass influences, their sound reflects their individual talents and their strong musical connection. Mike enjoys writing and composing in his free time, while also teaching and running sound at The Front Porch. Emily, the founder of The Front Porch, remains involved as a dedicated volunteer. Together, they bring warmth, passion, and a genuine love of community to every performance.

Food Vendors

Farmacy & The Pie Guy

Sponsors

It takes a village to make these magical concerts possible! A huge thank you to our sponsors: Sun Tribe, Martin Horn, The Nature Conservancy of Virginia, Piedmont Paint & Finish,  NOLA Builds, Alloy Architecture & Construction, Bottle House, Woodard Properties, Mountaintop Montessori, WNRN, and C-ville Weekly.

We'd also like to extend special thanks to Random Row Brewing Company, Potter’s Craft Cider, and Eastwood Farm and Winery our exclusive beverage partners, and Hogwaller Brewing, our artist hospitality sponsor. Please support these local businesses – they’re passionate about our community, and we’re grateful to feature them at Rivanna Roots 2026!

This event is a part of the Rivanna Roots 2026 Concert Series, presented by The Front Porch and Rivanna River Company. Doors open at 5:30 PM and music runs from 6:30-9:30 PM. This is an outdoor show and all concerts are rain or shine. For more information about what to bring, parking, and policies, check out our FAQs!