# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Porchlight Presents: Matt Wheeler with James Koan III House Show
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: We're excited to be hosting Matt Wheeler for his very first performance in Columbus, GA. We're also stoked to have Columbus's own James Koan III back!  This will be a great night of songs and storytelling. We hope to see you there!  Doors at 6:30, music starts at 7.  If you plan on coming, please reserve a spot using the eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/porchlight-presents-matt-wheeler-with-james-koan-iii-in-columbus-ga-tickets-1978415013563


ABOUT MATT WHEELER 
Story has the power not only to entertain, but to shed light. Matt’s songwriting paints pictures with words. Known to be a storyteller, a poet with a guitar, & a stage banter conversationalist, Matt has delighted audiences from New England to North Carolina, Toronto to Chicago. His album "Wonder of it All" - a collection of songs based on classic works of literature like "The Horse & His Boy" & "Watership Down", released in May 2021.

"Warm sound & heartfelt lyrics. If you are a fan of Josh Ritter, give a listen to Matt!”
- Helen Leicht, WXPN Philadelphia

"Matt really has a way with words. He puts poetry to music really rather than simply writing songs. Very beautiful writing."
- Red Line Roots, Boston

https://youtu.be/WnS3bU4rRgQ?si=WoXxRJ1dT9qs4tL4


ABOUT JAMES KOAN III
James Koan III is a singer/songwriter and musician incorporating lyrical poetry combined with rock, pop-punk melodies, and folk-influenced sonic soundscapes, with an indie-rock edge pulling influences from artists such as Switchfoot, Relient K, The Beatles, Colony House, and The Beach Boys. Formerly from Phoenix, Arizona, He is currently residing in Columbus, GA. His lyrical themes include dealing with loneliness, joy, finding his place in the world, and recognizing the beauty and wonder of the creator of the universe.


ABOUT PORCHLIGHT
Porchlight is an art + hospitality network operated by Renew the Arts, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to cultivating Christian communities by inspiring arts partnership and supporting artists. Porchlight hosts nationwide open their homes, churches, and community spaces to practice Jesus' hospitality and support artists. Host one of our artists in your space by signing up as a Porchlight host.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/porchlight-presents-matt-wheeler-with-james-koan-iii-house-show/200029450321200
- **Event Categories**: art, music, literary-art, entertainment, pop, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 34

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029450321200?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=columbus-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbus
- **state**: GA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2913 11th Ave., Columbus, GA, United States, Georgia 31904
- **lat**: 32.49064
- **long**: -84.97811
- **full address**: 2913 11th Ave., Columbus, GA, United States, Georgia 31904

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Magee Manor (https://allevents.in/org/magee-manor/23983644)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 2913 11th Ave., Columbus, GA, United States, Georgia 31904
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Magee Manor
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, music, literary-art, entertainment, pop, storytelling
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Porchlight Presents: Matt Wheeler with James Koan III House Show ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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