Mann Center for the Performing Arts

The Mann Center for the Performing Arts is an outdoor amphitheater in Fairmount Park with a covered pavilion seating around 4,500 people and spacious lawn areas. The facility can accommodate over 10,000 visitors total, offering flexible seating options for various types of performances.

The venue opened in 1976 as Robin Hood Dell West, replacing an earlier amphitheater that had hosted Philadelphia Orchestra summer concerts since 1935. It thus continues a decades-long tradition of musical performances within the park.

The center hosts performances by symphony orchestras, ballet ensembles, and contemporary artists spanning rock, hip-hop, and classical genres. This mix of programming reflects the diverse tastes of the city and draws varied audiences throughout the season.

The venue offers dining options including the Crescendo restaurant, food trucks, a beer garden, and multiple concession stands throughout the grounds. Guests can choose between the covered pavilion and open lawn areas depending on their preferred level of comfort and experience.

The Philadelphia skyline forms a natural backdrop during performances, visible from both the covered pavilion and the Great Lawn. This urban scenery becomes part of the experience, creating a distinctive setting where city views and music intersect.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: June 14, 1976

Official opening: 1976

Website: https://manncenter.org

GPS coordinates: 39.98321,-75.22290

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:29