This Memorial Day Weekend, Philadelphia is buzzing with excitement, offering a plethora of events for locals and visitors alike. If the Jersey shore isn't on your agenda, the City of Brotherly Love has you covered.
Post Malone and Jelly Roll are set to electrify Citizens Bank Park, while Metallica will rock Lincoln Financial Field not once, but twice. Barry Manilow is poised to deliver an unforgettable performance at the Wells Fargo Center. Additionally, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest are both kicking off their summer seasons. And don’t miss the Philadelphia Union as they take on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami on Saturday night!
Post Malone, known for his genre-blending style, is bringing his latest album "F-1 Trillion" to South Philadelphia on Saturday. Joining him is Jelly Roll, along with special guests Sierra Ferrell and Chandler Walters. Tickets for this star-studded event start at $312, with the show beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Meanwhile, Metallica is making waves in Philadelphia with a two-night stand as part of their M72 World Tour. The heavy metal icons will perform on Friday and Sunday at 6 p.m., each night featuring a unique setlist and different opening acts. One-day tickets are available starting at $109 for Friday and $73 for Sunday. A pop-up shop at West Shunk Street and South 23rd Street will also be open through Sunday, offering exclusive merchandise including a special vinyl of their 2023 album "72 Seasons."
Barry Manilow will grace the Wells Fargo Center stage on Saturday, May 24, as part of his farewell tour "The Last Concerts." Following a sold-out show in Pittsburgh, he’s expected to draw a full house in Philadelphia at 7 p.m. Fans can expect a nostalgic setlist filled with classics like "Can't Smile Without You" and "Copacabana (At the Copa)." Tickets are available on third-party sites starting at $143.
On the sports front, the Philadelphia Union are riding high under first-year coach Bradley Carnell, currently leading the Eastern Conference with a record of 9-2-3. They will face Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at Subaru Park in Chester on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Following a recent U.S. Open Cup victory over LA Galaxy, the Union are eager to continue their winning streak. Tickets for this highly anticipated match start at $179.
Comedy fans can enjoy performances from Adele Givens at Helium Comedy Club this weekend. Known for her role in the Queens of Comedy tour, Givens will perform five shows from Friday to Sunday, with tickets priced at $32 for general admission and $45 for reserved seating.
Over at Punch Line Philly in Fishtown, comedian Damien Lemon will showcase his humor with performances on Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets start at $35 for general admission.
If you're looking to enjoy the outdoors, the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest opens this weekend along the Delaware River waterfront. From Friday through Monday, guests can partake in live DJ sets, roller skating, and various family-friendly activities. Skating costs $5, with skate rentals priced at $12.
Spruce Street Harbor Park also reopens on Friday at 4 p.m., offering hammocks, a floating garden, and live music throughout the weekend. Admission is free until September 28, making it an ideal spot to unwind as summer approaches.
This weekend promises to be filled with music, laughter, and outdoor fun in Philadelphia as residents celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in style.
