2026
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About
Roots Picnic London is the UK edition of the Philadelphia festival founded by The Roots, staged for the first time at Crystal Palace Bowl in south London. Over two days it blends hip-hop, R&B and soul, featuring collaborative performances, DJ sets and reunions of prominent Black American and British artists. It marks the international expansion of a festival known for pairing headline sets with spontaneous, jam-style musical moments.
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Venue type
- Open air
Getting there
Location
Crystal Palace Bowl, Crystal Palace Park, Thicket Road, London SE20 8DT, Royaume-Uni
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