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Maxwell performs during the Roots Picnic at the Mann Center in Fairmount Park on Saturday.

Yes, the first day of the Roots Picnic turned into a big mess. But how was the music?

Everything happened two hours late, but eventually, it happened. Maxwell, Tems, and Elmiene were standouts.

Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean hangs from the rim after a dunk during the Roots Celebrity Basketball Game on Friday.

Cooper DeJean shines at the inaugural Roots Picnic celebrity basketball game

DeJean flashed his athleticism once again. The Eagles cornerback led both teams with 25 points and another dunk to his highlight reel.

Lenny Kravitz performs during the second weekend of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. He'll play the Roots Picnic on Sunday.

Music

Set times for the Roots Picnic announced

The two day festival kicks off Saturday afternoon at the Mann Center. Maxwell headlines Saturday and Lenny Kravitz and Meek Mill top the bill on Sunday.

Taylor Swift performs during the first of three Eras Tour performances at Lincoln Financial Field in 2023.

Music

Taylor Swift has regained control of her music, buys back first 6 albums

The pop star has purchased her catalog of recordings — originally released through Big Machine Records — from their most recent owner.

Johnathan Blake, the Philly-born-and-raised drumming powerhouse, is the son of the late violinist John Blake.

Music

What is so Philly about the Philly sound in jazz?

The answer lies in the music of Philly Joe Jones, Mickey Roker, Sumi Tonooka, Johnathan Blake, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, and a long line of Philly jazz masters.

Photos from the 2025 Roots Picnic

Yes, the first day of the Roots Picnic turned into a big mess. But how was the music?

‘Everyone deserves a refund’: Long lines, delayed entry into the Roots Picnic frustrated concertgoers

It’s springtime. Here’s where to find cherry blossoms across Philadelphia

Cooper DeJean shines at the inaugural Roots Picnic celebrity basketball game

Philly was once the country’s circus capital. Some people are trying to bring back those glory days.

Philly was once the country’s circus capital. Some people are trying to bring back those glory days.

Tropical dancers take over Bartram’s Garden this weekend

An outdoor dance performance takes aim at the complicated legacy of Bartram’s Garden this weekend

Why the Mann Center has been quietly raising millions

The Philadelphia Zoo uninvited a drag queen from a scheduled Pride story hour

No surprises here: M. Night praises this iconic Philly coffee shop

Smarty Jones, the horse that proved Pennsylvania could produce a champion

No surprises here: M. Night praises this iconic Philly coffee shop

Smarty Jones, the horse that proved Pennsylvania could produce a champion

Food Network winner Leslie Daniel, aka Chef Too Hype, gives his Jersey Shore recs

Uche Ojeh, former Fox 29 anchor Sheinelle Jones’ husband, dies of brain cancer

Food Network winner Leslie Daniel, aka Chef Too Hype, gives his Jersey Shore recs

Uche Ojeh, former Fox 29 anchor Sheinelle Jones’ husband, dies of brain cancer

It’s springtime. Here’s where to find cherry blossoms across Philadelphia

Mike ‘A.C. Mike’ Lopez gives insider Atlantic City tips

The first Randy Rucker dishes have landed at PHL

Oyster House PHL is now open for pre-flight martinis and oysters

🏳️‍🌈 🎤Ready for Philly Pride + Roots Picnic Weekend?| Things to Do

Yes, the first day of the Roots Picnic turned into a big mess. But how was the music?

Cooper DeJean shines at the inaugural Roots Picnic celebrity basketball game

Set times for the Roots Picnic announced

Taylor Swift has regained control of her music, buys back first 6 albums

What is so Philly about the Philly sound in jazz?