De La Soul, Mariah the Scientist, and TI will also perform at the Philadelphia festival., as reported by Consequence.
Brooklyn Vegan confirmed that the Philly festival moves to a new location for 2026, and the lineup also includes Black Thought & Wale, Jermaine Dupri and Friends, Mariah the Scientist, J.PERIOD’s Live Mixtape, and more.
The Roots will back up Jay-Z’s headline set and dip in and out of a bill that also features Brandy, T.I. (Pitchfork News)
What This Means Locally
While the Roots Picnic is headed to Philadelphia, R&B songstress Mariah the Scientist is bringing her signature sound to Southern California with a stop at the House of Blues Anaheim on March 26, 2026. This upcoming performance follows a string of successful shows in the region, solidifying her strong connection with the vibrant Los Angeles music scene.
Last updated March 21, 2026.