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Musician Information & Sign Up

Perform at the 2027 PHWFM

2027 Band Applications Are Open!

Market + Summer Concert Series

Join the fun in the heart of the Adirondacks!

The Port Henry Waterfront Farmers' Market summer concert series provides weekly summer entertainment in a picturesque lakeside setting.  Beautiful sunsets, farm-fresh produce, one of a kind art, and your musical talent.

Set on the serene Lake Champlain waterfront, the Port Henry Waterfront Farmer's Market is not just a haven for local produce, meats, art and food but also a vibrant stage for musicians and bands. Every Friday evening, the waterfront transforms into a community hub where friends new and old gather to shop, eat, chat, and listen to your music.

Why Play at Port Henry Waterfront Farmers' Market?

Community Engagement: Connect with a diverse audience, from local residents to visitors, and share your music with an appreciative crowd eager for new sounds.
Amplify Your Voice: Our waterfront stage is a fantastic platform to showcase your talent, reach new fans, and even network with other local musicians.
Flexible Slots: We offer 12 Friday slots throughout the market season, allowing each musician a preference on which weeks they play.
Compensation: The market is funded through a grant from the Town Of Moriah along with donations and sponsorships from area businesses and vendors, each band receives monetary compensation.


What We're Looking For

We welcome a spectrum of musical genres to ensure our market offers something for everyone. From vibrant jazz bands, bluegrass, folk, blues, and rock, if your band has a sound, we've got a stage!

Bands are selected based upon scheduling availability, compensation budget, event schedules, returning and new artists, and a mix of sounds throughout the season.   

Solo and Duo performances are welcome to apply, however preference is generally given to larger bands, ensembles, or orchestras.  We generally limit solo/duo performance slots to a few per year.

 

How to Sign Up

Signing up is simple:

  1. Fill Out the Form: Provide us with some information about your act, including your genre, preferred dates, and any specific requirements you might have.
  2. Await Confirmation: Our team will review your application and get in touch if we need confirm your preferred slot and discuss further details.
  3. Get Scheduled: We will reach out with available dates, and look for your confirmation,  if you are available we will confirm details over email and get you added to the schedule. 
  4. Schedule Published: We will publish the 12 week band schedule, generally in Late April or May and begin marketing you and your week to market vendors, customers, and concert-goers. 
  5. Rock and Roll, come setup, play, and have a great time. 

Musician Sign Up Form

Musician Information

FAQs, Rules, and Information

We strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all attendees of the market, including our vendors, customers, & musicians.

Remember:

  • Communicate - Life happens, if you can't make a scheduled time, or issues arise, contact the Market Manager.
  • Keep It Family Friendly - Avoid obscenities, including those in lyrics, announcements, and vulgar visual displays.
  • Be On Time - Be setup and ready to play when the market opens and pick up after it closes.
  • Report Issues - If a member of the public, a vendor, or staff act out, report it to the market manager, don't escalate the situation.
  • The Market Manager Controls The Volume - If the asked to turn down due to complaints, please do so.
  • Comply with Copyright - If you play "covers" of copyrighted music, inform the Market Manager so a BMI, ASCAP, and SESAC license can be purchased.
  • Have Fun - This is a fun weekend market, interact with the crowd and have fun while you play!

We Provide:

  • A Stage - a 10' x 24' elevated stage with stairs and a canvas roof, provided by Bridgeview Harbour Maria.
  • Lakeside Setting - A beautiful lakeside location at Bridgeview Harbour Maria.
  • House Lighting - Warm White Stage String Lights for visibility, as well as a mix of LED Wash lights.
  • Marketing - We will market your performance across social media, news, radio, and web search.
  • An Audience - The Market provides an audience of local and regional customers and vendors.
  • Food & Beverage Trucks - Market vendors include food trucks, beverage vendors, & the Dockside Cafe. Keeping audience members on-site thru dinner.

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