Philly, get ready for a weekend packed with excitement!
Lucy Dacus kicks off the Make the World Better Concert Weekend at FDR Park, while rap legend Nas performs with the Philadelphia Orchestra on Friday night.
Sports fans can look forward to the Savannah Bananas bringing their unique Banana Ball experience to Citizens Bank Park for two games this Saturday and Sunday. Additionally, "Life of Pi" wraps up its run at the Academy of Music this weekend.
Citizens Bank Park will be buzzing with energy as the Savannah Bananas take on the Texas Tailgaters. This isn't your typical baseball game; expect a blend of athleticism and entertainment that includes circus-like performances and quirky rules.
Tickets for the Banana Ball games are priced at $96 for Saturday's 7 p.m. game and $120 for Sunday's 3:30 p.m. matchup.
Nas, often hailed as one of the greatest rappers, will grace the stage at the TD Pavilion at The Mann. His iconic album, Illmatic, celebrates its 31st anniversary this year. Tickets start at $47, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and the show commencing at 8 p.m.
On Saturday, join Diplo for his inaugural Run Club event in FDR Park. The 5K run kicks off at 8:30 a.m., followed by a post-race concert featuring A-Trak and Diplo himself. Tickets for the race and concert start at $75, while spectator tickets are available for $52.
Meanwhile, the Make the World Better Concert Weekend continues with Lucy Dacus performing alongside Hop Along and Jay Som on Friday evening. Dacus, who has ties to Philadelphia, draws inspiration from local art in her music. General admission tickets are available starting at $75.
On Sunday, Remi Wolf takes the stage at FDR Park, joined by Annie DiRusso. Tickets for this performance start at $79.
Fans of Dave Matthews Band can catch them at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on Friday and Saturday. This marks their 49th and 50th performances at the venue, with two-day lawn tickets available through various platforms.
In Atlantic City, Sam Hunt invites country music enthusiasts to join him for a night of hits at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena on Friday night. Tickets start at $105.
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival lights up Franklin Square this summer, celebrating the Year of the Snake with over 1,000 lantern displays. The festival runs nightly from 6-11 p.m., offering authentic cuisine and cultural performances.
The Academy of Music presents "Life of Pi," a visually stunning adaptation of the beloved novel and film. The show runs through Sunday, with tickets available online for various performances.
Finally, the Delaware State Fair concludes its 10-day celebration this weekend with performances by T.I. and Big & Rich, along with a full schedule of activities for families to enjoy.
This weekend in Philadelphia promises a diverse array of events that cater to all interests—music lovers, sports fans, and festival-goers alike will find something to enjoy!
