The Scene
Roots Picnic, named after its founders and iconic hip-hop legends, The Roots, takes place at Philadelphia’s Festival Pier at Penn’s Landing. Expanding into New York, they have made it clear the festival will always keep its roots in Philadelphia where it has helped grow the cultural landscape. Although founded by hip-hop icons, the festival features a diverse lineup of R&B, rap, and indie alternative.
2019 Lineup
The Roots
- 21 SAVAGE
- ARI LENNOX
- BLUEFACE
- CITY GIRLS
- DAVIDO
- H.E.R.
- LIL BABY
- MOONCHILD
- QUEEN NAIJA
- RAPHAEL SAADIQ
- TANK AND THE BANGAS
- THE ORIGINALS
- THE ROOTS
- TOBE NWIGWE
Festival Poster
Videos