City announces road closures for 2023 Roots Picnic

For tickets, lineup and general information about the Roots Picnic, visit therootspicnic.com. For the latest information, follow the official Roots Picnic social media accounts on Twitter and Instagram.

Road closures and parking restrictions:

To accommodate venue construction and the two-day festival, gradual lane restrictions and road closures around the West Fairmount Park area and Overbrook neighborhood will begin on Monday, May 22.

The following street will be closed starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 22 until approximately 6 a.m. on Thursday, June 8:

States Drive, between Belmont Avenue and Avenue of the Republic

The following street will be closed starting at 6 a.m. on Thursday, May 25 until approximately 6 a.m. on Thursday, June 8:

Avenue of the Republic, between Belmont Avenue and 52nd Street.

The following street will be closed starting at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30 until approximately 6 a.m. on Thursday, June 8:

South Concourse Drive, between Belmont Avenue and 52nd Street.

The following street will be closed starting at noon on June 2 until approximately 8 a.m. on June 5:

North Georges Hill Drive, between Belmont Avenue to 52nd Street.

Getting there

The Mann is in Fairmount Park and is easily accessible by public transportation, car, rideshare, or bike. The Mann Center encourages patrons to arrive early, as traffic conditions vary for all performances. Please check local traffic reports before traveling to the Mann. For more information, visit www.manncenter.org/visit/travel.

Public transportation

The Mann is easily accessible via SEPTA thanks to the SEPTA Mann Loop. The Mann Loop bus departs from 19th and Locust and has eight to 12 stops on the way to the Mann. Return buses depart from the Crawford Circle drop-off at the Mann 30 minutes after shows.

Riders pay for The Mann Loop the same way you would for any other SEPTA ride, including SEPTA Key or cash.

For more information on The Mann Loop, including the complete list of stops and schedule, visit www.iseptaphilly.com/mannloop.

Ride hailing (rideshare)

The Mann has a dedicated ride-hailing (rideshare) drop-off and pick-up location at the North Gate, located on Georges Hill Drive. View or consult your rideshare app for an exact pin location to meet your driver. Parking attendants will be on-site to assist with directions.

Parking information

Parking at the Mann is free. Parking is on grass and parking attendants are readily available to assist you with finding open spaces. The main parking area is clearly signed and accessible off Avenue of the Republic.

Accessibility

Roots Picnic is an accessible event and is dedicated to ensuring access to all the event amenities.

For any accessibility-related questions, please email The Roots Picnic at RootsPicnicADA@gmail.com.

Public safety information

Throughout the event, the city will provide law-enforcement support, traffic control, and emergency medical services for the event and in the surrounding vicinity.

In addition, the public should expect congestion in the area. If you are attending the event, make a plan regarding driving, public transit, parking and supervision of children. It is recommended that attendees wear comfortable, weather-appropriate attire.

Among the permitted items are: One 20-oz. plastic, factory-sealed bottle of water per person; small, collapsible-shaft umbrellas, i.e. purse umbrellas, tote umbrellas; blankets; empty non-glass water container up to 2 liters in size; liquid sunscreen, in non-aerosol containers 3 ounces or less; bug spray in non-aerosol containers of 3 ounces or less; portable phone chargers; individual clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bag no larger than 12”x6”x12” with a single compartment and/or a small clutch bag (4.5”x6.5”).

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