The Roots Picnic

The Roots Picnic 2026

May 29–31, 2026Philadelphia, PA, USA · The Mann Center for the Performing Arts

The Roots Picnic is an annual music and culture festival curated by the legendary hip-hop group The Roots. Held in their hometown of Philadelphia at Fairmount Park, the festival is a vibrant celebration of Black culture, featuring a diverse lineup of hip-hop, R&B, soul, and indie alternative artists. Beyond the music, the event includes live podcast recordings, a 'Black Vendor Village,' and a food festival highlighting local Philadelphia eateries. It is known for its unique collaborations, rare guest sit-ins, and a 'living mixtape' atmosphere that bridges generations.

  • R&B
  • Hip-Hop
  • Soul
  • Pop
  • EDM
  • Jazz
Tickets from
$250
Ages
All ages
Family friendly
Yes

The festival implements eco-friendly initiatives including waste management programs and the provision of water refill stations to reduce single-use plastic consumption throughout the venue.

Lineup

20 artists

  • JAY Z

    Hip-Hop, Pop

  • Erykah Badu

    R&B, Soul

  • The Roots

    Hip-Hop, Rock

  • T.I.

    Hip-Hop, Trap

  • Kehlani

    R&B, Pop

  • Brandy

    R&B, Pop

  • Wale

    Hip-Hop, R&B

  • De La Soul

    Hip-Hop

Also playing
  • Andra Day
  • Corinne Bailey Rae
  • Jermaine Dupri
  • Mariah the Scientist
  • Tamar Braxton
  • Yolanda Adams
  • Black Thought
  • Ledisi
  • Sasha Keable
  • Bilal
  • Joe Kay
  • Dustin Conrad

Getting there

Venue

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts

5201 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA, USA

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