
The Roots Picnic 2026
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

T.I.
Hip-Hop, Trap

Brandy
R&B, Pop
- Andra Day
- Corinne Bailey Rae
- Jermaine Dupri
- Mariah the Scientist
- Tamar Braxton
- Yolanda Adams
- Black Thought
- Ledisi
- Sasha Keable
- Bilal
- Joe Kay
- Dustin Conrad


