Philly Pops

05/28/2026

This Saturday at 3pm, feel the groove and soak up the sound as the Philly Pops Little Big Band brings classic Motown and R&B favorites to Headhouse Square! 🎶

This free outdoor performance fills the District with irresistible rhythms, soulful melodies, and the kind of energy that gets everyone moving.

This is a picnic you don’t want to miss!

05/27/2026

One year in, and the future sounds brighter than ever ✨

Ahead of the 2026-27 season announcement, we sat down with Music Director Chris Dragon to talk about his vision for the future of the Philly Pops, his first year with the orchestra, and falling in love with his new favorite city 🏙️

05/26/2026

All your favorite artists. All your favorite hits. All summer long ☀️

Catch YOUR Philly Pops all across the city this summer as we team up with incredible artists and organizations for a season full of can’t-miss collabs.

Get tickets and learn more at PhillyPops.org

05/26/2026

05/20/2026

🎟️ H-E-L-P yourself to 2 free tickets to St. Vincent x Philly Pops!

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05/18/2026

Need Memorial Day weekend plans? 🇺🇸

We've got you covered with a celebration 250 years in the making.

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Philadelphia Sinfonia and the Philly Pops proudly join forces for America 250: Stars, Stripes, and Symphonies, a festive, high-energy concert honoring the nation’s musical spirit. This milestone collaboration brings together iconic American classics, beloved Broadway hits, cinematic brilliance, and patriotic favorites.

Featuring musicians from both Philadelphia Sinfonia and the Philly Pops.

📅 May 22, 2026
⏰ 8:00 PM
🎟️ PhillyPops.org

05/15/2026

Philly Pops fans…… ASSEMBLE

We’re adding another infinity stone to our gauntlet this July 3rd at Pops on Independence with Idina Menzel, and we can’t wait to see you there.

Visit phillypops.org to learn more!

05/13/2026

The songs you love. The artists you can’t wait to see live. The musicians that move you. The moments only the Philly Pops can create.

Your Philly Pops 2026-2027 Season is here, featuring three unforgettable concerts at Marian Anderson Hall:

🎭 Broadway à la Nero | Oct 24, 2026
A celebration of the Broadway music Peter Nero loved, featuring Charlie Albright, Hugh Panaro, the Philly Pops Chorus, and Music Director Chris Dragon.

🎄 A Philly Holiday Spectacular | Dec 11–13, 2026
Philly’s favorite holiday tradition returns with Ryan Shaw, Morgan James, the St. Thomas Gospel Choir, Philadelphia Boys Choir, and the Philly Pops Chorus.

🎤 ICON: The Voices That Changed Music | April 3, 2027
Ryan Shaw and Capathia Jenkins bring the music of Prince, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and more to life with conductor Lucas Waldin.

Why subscribe?
🎟️ Early access to seats
💰 Save 15% compared to single tickets
📍 Best seat selection
✔️ One easy purchase for the full season

Subscriptions are available now through October 24. If you’ve been waiting for subscriptions to return, this is it.

Visit phillypops.org or use the link in bio.

05/11/2026

Your weekend soundtrack starts here 🎷 🎶

From the soulful sounds of Motown and R&B, to an intimate jazz tribute celebrating 100 years of John Coltrane, Philly Pops musicians are teaming up with Artcinia for two back-to-back performances this weekend.

Join us for a weekend of collaboration, community, and music in YOUR neighborhood.

All are welcome, regardless of financial means.

🎟️ Learn more at Artcinia.com

05/08/2026

🦖 much like jurassic park, we too brought back something once thought to be extinct... SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE HERE!

you can now get early access, the best value, the best seats, and the convenience of a one time purchase for our 2026-2027 season.

🎤 three spectacular shows – your seats secured all season long�🎟️ visit http://phillypops.org/subscriptions or the link in bio to learn more!