What’s a WayneFest?

The Coronado neighborhood in Phoenix has always been the home to artists, musicians and people who appreciated those who create. Around 2013, a few neighbors banded together to create "the Coronado Porch Concert" series, a progressive concert that went from house to house in the neighborhood. Local bands would perform in backyards, porches, and carports while neighbors would travel by foot, bicycle, and golf cart to each home.

Created by and for neighbors, it very quickly became an event that residents marked on their calendars. As the series continued, it occurred to the organizers that the magic that was the porch concert should be shared with all of Phoenix. WayneFest was born.

OK, but who’s Wayne?

Coronado has had a few famous (and infamous) neighbors, none more famous than

Mr. Vegas, Wayne Newton. You know, the Danke Schoen guy (think Ferris Bueller’s Day Off). We decided to call it WayneFest to pay homage to this neighborhood’s musical past. We think Mr. Vegas would approve.

Sounds awesome, tell me more.

The festival known as WayneFest is a one of a kind one-day micro music and arts festival featuring some of Phoenix’s best local artists and musicians. As far as we know, this is the only music festival that’s held in a Phoenix downtown neighborhood. What makes it so unique is the “feel” of the festival. It’s intentionally small to foster the sense that you’re in a backyard listening to music with the friends you know and friends you’ve just made. After five successful years, WayneFest has become an event people mark on their calendars.

We have big plans to share the magic of WayneFest with other neighborhoods and underserved areas, each time making it an outward artistic representation of each community. In order for us to reach as many people as possible, we need your financial support.

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