Roots Picnic 2026: Jay-Z Headlining at Belmont Plateau The Roots Picnic returns in 2026 with a high-profile lineup and a new venue for the annual Philadelphia music festival. The event, which will take place over two days in late May, will feature Jay-Z as the headliner, marking a significant moment for the event. The festival will be held at the Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park, a departure from its previous location. This year’s event is scheduled for May 30 and 31, with Jay-Z set to perform on Saturday, May 30. The decision to relocate the festival to the Belmont Plateau comes after feedback from attendees of the 2025 event, which was held at The Mann. Organizers have not yet revealed other performers confirmed for the festival, though pre-sale tickets are already available. General admission tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. Shawn Gee, manager of The Roots and president of Live Nation Urban, expressed excitement about the changes. He called the move to the Belmont Plateau and the collaboration between Jay-Z and The Roots “bucket-list moments” for the organization. The festival’s new location is expected to enhance the experience for attendees, offering a fresh setting for the event. The Roots Picnic has become a staple of Philadelphia’s music scene, blending hip-hop culture with community engagement. This year’s edition promises to expand on that legacy with its new venue and star-studded lineup.#roots_picnic #jay_z #belmont_plateau #fairmount_park #shawn_gee
