Panels are an unexpected yet crucial element of MACROCK. Each year, open discussions take place in some of the venues on Saturday afternoon. Most topics deal with important issues in college radio and the independent music and art community. Occasionally, topics extend to subjects loosely-related to MACROCK’s mission which include politics, DIY ethics, and grassroots organizing.
2026 Panel Information
Date: Saturday, April 11th, 11am until 4pm.
Location: The Church of The Incarnation. 75 N Mason St Harrisonburg VA 22802
Note: The Vendor Expo is also being held in this location.
Discussions & Workshops Schedule
| Time | Info |
|---|---|
| 11am – 12pm | Coffee Time |
| 12pm – 12:30pm | Running a PA Workshop |
| 12:30pm- 1:30pm | Coffee Time |
| 1:30pm – 2:00pm | DIY Booking Conversation |
| 2:00pm – 3:00pm | DIY Town Hall |
| 3:00pm – 3:30pm | Coffee Time |
| 3:30 – 4:00pm | Running a PA Workshop |
Panel Descriptions
Running a PA workshop (runs twice!)
The basics of running simple powered PAs! Ask questions, rant about ohms, and tell your story about the time you blew up your buddy’s sound system. Special guest artist John Robert will be joining us to help demonstrate system set ups (and play beautiful tunes).
DIY Booking Conversation
An open conversation about booking! Are you a DIY artist looking to be booked? Do you run a venue? Pull up!
DIY Town Hall
DIY town hall returns! This is another conversation open to anyone who wants to talk about the intersections of DIY, culture, and community, and how these things can be leveraged for the good of a community.
For Questions or to learn more about the panels please contact macrockva@gmail.com.