Coming this summer to the City of Brotherly Love is the 2024 Roots Picnic, a festival that has become a cultural staple, epitomizing the rich musical tapestry that defines Philadelphia. The Grammy® Award-winning legends, The Roots, in collaboration with Live Nation Urban, will transform The Mann in Fairmount Park into a sprawling melodious playground on June 1st and 2nd.
This year’s edition takes on special significance as it hosts a grand celebration of New Orleans, featuring the formidable Lil Wayne & The Roots, who are set to deliver a performance that promises to be as legendary as the city’s jazz-filled streets. A cavalcade of sound awaits, with performances from Jill Scott, decked in her soulful brilliance, the ever-enigmatic André 3000, and a lineup that’s as diverse as it is dynamic.
Victoria Monét, fresh off her 2024 GRAMMY® wins, is sure to captivate with tracks from ‘Jaguar II,’ while Gunna aims to recreate the spectacle of his sell-out performance in Brooklyn. They’re just the tip of the iceberg, with artists like Nas, Babyface, and Cam’ron also bringing their unique flair to the Philadelphia stage.
But “Roots Picnic” is more than just music. It’s an experience that bleeds into the veins of art and culture with its Parkside Stage set to dish out live podcasts and DJ sets that will electrify the atmosphere. The concourse will pulse with life, filled with activations waiting to engage the festival-goers.
The excitement is palpable, and as tickets go on sale, fans are ready to claim their spot at what’s shaping up to be the not-to-be-missed event of the year. The full lineup is a testament to the festival’s ability to blend genres, celebrate legacy, and uphold the spirit of creative collaboration that “Roots Picnic” symbolizes.
The festival will feature Lil Wayne & The Roots Celebrate New Orleans (feat. Special guests PJ Morton, Trombone Shorty), Jill Scott, André 3000, Nas, Gunna, Victoria Monét, Sexyy Red, Babyface, Robert Glasper & Yebba, J.Period Live Mixtape featuring Black Thought, Method Man, and, Redman, Adam Blackstone’s Legacy Experience featuring Fantasia and Muni Long, Smino, Cam’ron and more.
Ticket sales begin with a presale for Roots Picnic alumni on February 20th, followed by general public sales starting February 23rd. Grab your chance at an unforgettable experience by visiting Roots Picnic Tickets. With a weekend filled with legendary performances and immersive experiences, “Roots Picnic” 2024 is set to be the ultimate homage to the power of music and culture.