The greater sumter chamber of commerce

Porches of Sumter 2026

Friday October 9, 2026

6:00 - 9:00 pm | Sumter County Patriot Hall

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Included In Your General Admission Ticket: Access to all general admission areas of the event. All food, beer, and wine, are complimentary and included in your general admission ticket (access to the VIP Bar & Buffet is NOT included). At check in you will receive a map which includes the locations of: participating porches serving food, Beer & Wine bars, the vendor market, and concert.

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VIP Experience: Enjoy exclusive access to our VIP section on the lawn. Your VIP ticket includes reserved VIP seating areas(covered & uncovered), private buffet and bar, reserved parking, VIP lanyard, and more. Each ticket comes with two signature drink vouchers from the VIP bar, along with unlimited beer and wine.

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Disclaimer: By purchasing a ticket and attending this event, you acknowledge and agree that participation is at your own risk. The Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce, its staff, volunteers, vendors, partners, homeowners, and property owners of the event sites are not responsible or liable for any injury, illness, loss, or damage to persons or property that may occur before, during, or after the event. By attending, you waive any and all claims of liability related to safety, injury, property, or other risks associated with this event.

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live music

live music

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Join us on the lawn at Patriot Hall for a festive fall concert featuring Chappell Court!


The music kicks off at 7:30 PM and keeps the vibes alive until 9:00 PM, filling the autumn air with soulful grooves and feel-good energy. Bring your own lawn chair, or blanket, and cozy up under the autumn sky — or elevate your evening with a VIP Experience ticket, which includes reserved seating and access to our exclusive VIP area complete with catered refreshments and fall-inspired ambiance.

Back & Better than ever

Porches of Sumter is a magical fall evening when our historic district comes alive with music, laughter, and local flavor. Homeowners open their yards or porches to host local businesses who serve complimentary hors d’oeuvres and refreshments to attendees — all while neighbors and visitors stroll, sip, and soak in the beauty of our community.

This year, we’re continuing the addition of a live concert with tasteful music, a charming artisan market, and new VIP experiences to elevate the evening even more.

Back At Patriot Hall!

Back At Patriot Hall!

event timeline

6:00–6:30 PM – Check in & begin visiting porches to meet local business hosts and enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres

Browse vendor booths on the lawn at Patriot Hall and grab a drink from one of several pop-up bars

7:30–9:00 PM – Acoustic concert on the lawn at Patriot Hall

Thank you to our presenting sponsors, FTC and Tandem Health, and to the incredible business community that comes together to participate, sponsor, and volunteer — this evening is truly a celebration of what makes Sumter special.