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Mann Center for the Performing Arts

Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue, and Outdoor Event Space

West Philadelphia, Philadelphia

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Ranked #7 for live music in Philadelphia
"the best place to watch a show and also the philadelphia orchestra!!"(3 Tips)
"Large outdoor venue on the outskirts of town."(3 Tips)
"inexpensive lawn seats."(2 Tips)
"Classic venue in Fairmont Park for indoor-outdoor concerts."(2 Tips)

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Liz RattrayMay 16, 2016
A more intimate and classy BB&T. Food trucks are great and bathrooms are clean! Buy lawn seats unless you NEED to be in front. Great view from anywhere.
Upvoted Sep 27
Brandon CainJuly 6, 2015
Outdoor musical hall with excellent seating where ever you are. Also grass seating available! Food/drinks with addition craft beer section in the back. Parking starts at $20 on event nights
Scott BeardJuly 14, 2017
Great amphitheatre with nice views of Philly. The small Skyline stage is a good setup for more intimate performances on the grass.
Miranda SuarezJuly 27, 2013
perfect night - went by too fast! staff was more than pleasant and helpful. facilities were clean. orchestra was PHENOMENAL. (Zelda Symphony!) $15 parking is a bit much, but eh. really great place!:D
Dr. Allen ConradJuly 20, 2018
Rest music and outdoor feel with open sides so music carries well highly recommended to someone looks by for great outdoor performances
BrownAugust 16, 2014
Been here 5+ times
If the Farm Truck is there (at the top of the hill next to the craft beer), you need to check out the Jerk Chicken Sandwich. So perfect.
ISEPTAPHILLYJuly 25, 2013
Did you know you can get here on SEPTA? Stopping at major locations in Center City, the Mann Center Loop provides an easy one seat trip to the show. Read more
Chris AndersonAugust 15, 2013
Balcony seating for the Carnival of Madness wasn't the best. We would have been happier with first floor seating. Live and learn. Awesome music venue!
RCMay 18, 2017
Amazing venue! Meet your ride home away from the venue, on a side street. They close the roads up to the gates fairly quickly.
Blair MaldonadoAugust 11, 2013
Nice outdoor venue, but expensive parking ($15!), no non-smoking section since it's outside, and at an all ages show with several bars & little security where's the regulation of underage drinking?
David MooneySeptember 20, 2013
Park for free at the shopping center on 52nd st. (McDonald's, planet fitness, shop rite). instead of paying $15 to park at the Mann. Also hell of a lot easier to get out.
6abcJune 1, 2012
Philadelphia's BEST outdoor cultural arts center! Fun and affordable events happening all summer! Check out 6abc.com or manncenter.org for the list of events.
Chrissy NickelNovember 30, 2014
Saw both Death Cab and Ben Folds Five here. Awesome sound, views of the stage, and set uo
Melissa SavoyJuly 22, 2017
Food is pricey, but that's to be expected. The Center was clean and the staff was friendly and polite.
Petey BooneOctober 1, 2011
Great music venue. Come with very low standards for beer though. It seems they don't know there are other beers besides PBR, Bud, and Miller Lite. On the upside it saved me a lot of calories & money.
Tom CarusonaJuly 10, 2013
Bonus: if a show isn't sold out talk to an usher and they may be able to upgrade you to orchestra seats for free!
Kit RojasSeptember 2, 2015
Large outdoor venue on the outskirts of town. Food and beer available, but nothing special. Bring chairs or a blanket for the lawn!
Kelley SmithJune 4, 2016
Fantasia was awesome! I'm definitely going to see her next concert!
Ken MyersAugust 18, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Why did bands ever stop playing this place? Greatest place to see a show in the Philly area. Glad to see it making a comeback.
Ken MyersJuly 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The Mann is the greatest outdoor venue in the Philly area. Classic venue. Not as sterile as the joint in Camden. Whole lotta love here.
Missy NarkiewiczNovember 8, 2015
Great place to see a show, you just hope you get good weather.
Jonathan KhooJune 18, 2013
Holy sh!t I think it will take just as much time to leave as the concert itself. Also. Verizon 3G doesn't seem to be holding up well. Friend's 4G seemed to be better.
Sarah RamirezMay 13, 2012
Nice place- was here for sister's graduation, but complete BS that ya pay $15 for parking in the grass! Especially the graduates!
Jesus CastilloJune 17, 2013
Wear mirrored sunglasses, so you can check out all the hot bearded men.
Jessica CoderJuly 19, 2013
Lots of people are willing to pay the outrageous parking, so get there early if you're paying to park so you can get close to the gate.
Visit PhillyMay 14, 2012
Wolfgang Puck delivers seasonal inspired selections at Crescendo, so frequent this spot often and on an empty stomach.
ᴡ LinamJuly 28, 2011
Use the local bus. It was easy to get in and out of the concert and with just $4 round trip it's a great deal!
Ben GAugust 8, 2014
Best amphitheater in the tri-state area. Food trucks are a great addition.
Emily FoxJuly 26, 2013
Make sure you bring a jacket if it is going to be cold. The walls of the theater are open sometimes
Paige C.July 9, 2013
Get and good seat and enjoy!
Valkrye131 (MB) Haslam-HouckOctober 17, 2009
Formerly known as the Mann Music Center, now the Mann Center for Performing Arts; summer home of the Philadelphia Orchestra; nice out-door concert venue including inexpensive lawn seats.
Nick TaylorJuly 21, 2015
Loved the lawn, great show!
Efrem HolmesAugust 17, 2018
Good seats. Covered seating area.
Michael LeisSeptember 21, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Everyone sounds great here.
DannyJune 7, 2017
The absolute best view of the city.
Donnamarie MazzolaJune 20, 2013
Do the Lincoln demo. It takes 5 min and is pretty cool
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Sandy SmithSeptember 14, 2023
Phillymag Cook-off, the Best of Philly party we should have had but didn’t.
Mariana DSeptember 29, 2011
Been here 5+ times
the best place to watch a show and also the philadelphia orchestra!!
Marcia GarbuttJune 7, 2015
Joe, Kem and uncle Charlie!
Jim ReganSeptember 15, 2013
The Mann is worth the trip from anywhere!!
Jefferson EngJuly 24, 2023
Getting my 90s era alternative on with @CAKEBAND
Jefferson EngAugust 9, 2023
.@qotsa (#queensofthestoneage) opens with "No One Knows" of freaking course... #nooneknows
Madisen SaglibeneJuly 13, 2014
Phish phreaking rocked it...what a great venue!
Jessica CoderJuly 19, 2013
Pay for the cheap seats, the ushers don't check tickets when you sit. As long as you aren't in anyone's seats, no one gives a shit.
Solutions Matter LLCSeptember 5, 2017
Eat before you go.
Justin NachodMay 11, 2012
I can't believe they have the audacity to charge $15 for parking. This is not center city, the stadium, or the airport.
Brandy BonesJune 17, 2016
Beautiful and comfy
Steve LJune 6, 2011
Classic venue in Fairmont Park for indoor-outdoor concerts. Read more
Mike A.July 29, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great venue!!

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