The Roots Picnic festival is making its return to Philadelphia in 2025 with a star-studded lineup featuring D'Angelo, The Roots, Lenny Kravitz, Meek Mill, and Jeezy as headliners.

The two-day festival will feature D'Angelo performing alongside The Roots, while Lenny Kravitz will showcase both classics and tracks from his new album "Blue Electric Light." Philadelphia native Meek Mill will make his debut appearance at the festival.

Notable performers include:

• GloRilla, promoting her album "Glorious"
• International star Tems
• Latto
• Kaytranada
• Pusha T
• 2 Chainz
• Musiq Soulchild
• Jagged Edge
• Backyard Band featuring CeeLo Green
• Crystal Waters
• Additional artists to be announced

The event will take place at The Mann in Fairmount Park. Ticket sales schedule:

• Pre-sale: February 18 (10 am ET) - February 20 (10 pm ET)
• General sale: Begins February 21 at 10 am ET

Last year's sold-out festival featured performances by André 3000, Gunna, Jill Scott, and a special New Orleans tribute with Lil Wayne and The Roots. The event received acclaim from Rolling Stone as "a bountiful celebration of Black music" and was recognized by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro for its cultural significance to Philadelphia.

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