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Jay-Z and The Roots to Headline Roots Picnic 2026 in Philadelphia: 'Bucket-List Moments'
HOV is returning to the stage for the first time since 2018.
Dave Chapelle Joins Maxwell on Stage, Recalls Meeting Him as a Waiter
The comedian recalled being on a date with his now wife and meeting Maxwell as a bartender.
D’Angelo to Perform in Front of Full Audience for the First Time in Nine Years at Roots Picnic
The Grammy Award-winning musician's third album, 'Black Messiah,' was released in 2014.
Watch Babyface, Wale, Lil Wayne, and More Perform at 2024 Roots Picnic
Fans left Fairmount Park grounds wanting more and excited for next year's festival.
Watch Sexyy Red, Jill Scott, The-Dream and More Perform at 2024 Roots Picnic Day 1
The festival took place on the grounds of Fairmount Park in Philadelphia.
Roots Picnic Announces 2023 Lineup f/ Diddy, Lil Uzi Vert, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Chappelle, and More
The 2023 edition of Roots Picnic will feature Lil Uzi Vert, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Chappelle, Diddy, and many more performing in Philadelphia.
Roots Picnic Announces 2022 Lineup f/ Mary J. Blige, Freddie Gibbs, Summer Walker, Chief Keef, Tierra Whack, More
The Roots Picnic has shared the official lineup for its 2022 comeback, with headlining sets from Mary J. Blige, Summer Walker, Wizkid, and more.
Livestream Roots Picnic 2020 f/ Performances by Lil Baby, SZA, Roddy Ricch, and More
The annual event goes virtual this year with co-chair Michelle Obama.
DJ Drama, Lil Uzi Vert, and More Perform at Roots Picnic
Terrible weather may have cut the 11th annual Roots Picnic short, but not before attendees enjoyed a variety of incredible performances and guests like DJ Drama, Lil Uzi Vert, and more.
Dave Chappelle Calls Donald Trump the "White Malcolm X" at Roots Picnic
Dave Chappelle called Donald Trump the "white Malcom X" during the Roots Picnic festival in NYC.
Willow Smith Brings Out Her Dad Will Smith to Perform "Summertime" at Roots Picnic
Willow Smith and Will Smith were joined by Jazzy Jeff to perform the "Summertime" anthem at the Roots Picnic.