Grammy-winning band The Roots will perform at City Hall’s Dilworth Park on Friday, July 18, as part of a special event marking Philadelphia’s selection as the host city for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. The celebration, which includes an All-Star Walk featuring former Phillies stars Larry Bowa and Dave Cash, among others, will kick off at noon.
Other festivities include the debut of Philadelphia’s 2026 All-Star Declaration Bus Tour, which will visit popular landmarks such as Independence Mall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Citizens Bank Park. The event will also feature an appearance by the Phillie Phanatic, guest speakers from the team and city, and commemorative rally towels.
The celebration culminates with a pregame celebration at Citizens Bank Park, where fans can watch Kyle Schwarber’s MVP performance from the previous year in Atlanta. However, road closures may be implemented to ensure public safety, and motorists should check for detours and traffic updates on 511PA.com or SEPTA’s System Status Page.
Details of the event are available on the Philadelphia Phillies’ official website, and fans can follow along with the team’s social media accounts for more information. The Roots will also perform at City Hall’s Dilworth Park before the event, providing a free and exciting start to the celebration.
Source: https://www.phila.gov/2025-07-16-phillies-announce-festivities-surrounding-philadelphias-2026-all-star-declaration-on-july-18