The Roots’ annual celebration is back with an exciting musical lineup (Source: The Roots Picnic via Facebook).
It’s Tuesday again and there are plenty of fun events to put on your calendar. Just a short drive away, downtown Philadelphia has a little something for everyone. From big name concerts to theatre nights, we will bring you the best tickets in town.
This week we have performances that span from Tuesday, May 27 to Monday, June 02, 2025. If you’ve seen news of a show coming to Philly and want to be sure we don’t miss promoting it here, email [email protected].
Roots Picnic at the Mann
On Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, Philly’s very own The Roots will be back with their annual picnic at The Mann Center for Performing Arts.
This year’s musical feast will include D’Angelo, Meek Mill, Lenny Kravitz and GloRilla. There will also be plenty of food, drink and vendors to enjoy.
The Mann Center for Performing Arts is located at 5201 Parkside Avenue in Philadelphia. For tickets and more information, visit manncenter.org.
Vampire Weekend at The Met
On Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31, indie pop band Vampire Weekend will be stopping by The Met Philadelphia.
Known for their introspective and whimsical sound, they will be playing a mix of old and new hits, including songs from Only God Was Above Us.
Met Philadelphia is located at 858 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia. For tickets and more information, visit themetphilly.com or call (800) 653-8000.
Wagner’s ‘Tristan and Isolde’
Starting Sunday, June 1 and running until Sunday, June 8, the Philadelphia Orchestra will be performing Wagner’s scandalous opera Tristan and Isolde which is based on a Celtic legend.
Performances will be held at Marian Anderson Hall. Conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin, the opera will be led by Nina Stemme as Isolde and Stuart Skelton as Tristan.
Marian Anderson Hall is located in the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts at 300 South Broad Street. For tickets and more information, visit ensembleartsphilly.org or call (215) 893-1999.
