Collingswood Porchfest Takes a Rain Check: Postponed Due to Severe Weather

Well, folks, it’s a bit of a bummer to share this news, but Collingswood’s much-anticipated Porchfest, that wonderful celebration of local music and community spirit, won’t be happening this Saturday after all. The borough has made the tough but ultimately sensible decision to postpone the event. Why? Blame it on Mother Nature, who seems to have some rather stormy plans for our region this weekend.

You see, we're not just talking about a few sprinkles. Forecasters are predicting some pretty rough weather, with strong storms expected to sweep through the area right through Sunday. We’re talking wind gusts that could hit anywhere from 30 to 40 miles per hour, alongside a good old-fashioned soaking with heavy rainfall. When you’ve got musicians setting up equipment, and people wandering from porch to porch, safety really has to come first. It just wouldn't be much fun, or very safe, trying to enjoy tunes in that kind of deluge.

In fact, things are serious enough that Governor Mikie Sherrill has even declared a State of Emergency. That order officially kicked in Friday, September 25, 2026, at 5 p.m., and it's set to remain in effect until Sunday for several parts of the state. While Camden County wasn’t specifically named in that initial designation, officials are definitely bracing for potential flooding and wind damage right here. So, the borough's call to postpone Porchfest aligns perfectly with the bigger picture of keeping everyone out of harm's way.

Now, don't despair just yet! While Saturday's plans are off, the good news is that the borough is already looking at new dates. We're talking about a potential reschedule sometime in October or even early November. So, keep your eyes peeled and your ears to the ground, because we’re still hoping to enjoy those fantastic local performances from the comfort of our neighbors' porches, just a little later in the season. Fingers crossed for clearer skies and calmer winds then!