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The Mann is located in Fairmount Park and is easily accessible by public transportation, car, rideshare, or bike.

 

Location Information

Mann Center for the Performing Arts
5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131

The Mann Center encourages patrons to arrive early, as traffic conditions vary for all performances. Gate time will be listed on each individual event page. Please check local traffic reports before traveling to the Mann.

Parking

Parking is FREE.

  • The main parking entrance is at Belmont & Montgomery. Additional entrances are located at South Concourse or 52nd Street.
  • Parking is on grass and our parking attendants are readily available to assist you with finding open spaces.
  • The Mann does not accept any liability for theft from or damage to vehicles while parked in any parking lot.
  • We recommend arriving early to avoid traffic delays! Peak traffic times are 60 minutes prior to show start to about 60 minutes after show start. Please plan accordingly.
  • While parking is free, space is limited—come early or carpool.
  • The Mann’s parking lots may fill up to capacity prior to everyone’s arrival. If you are arriving closer to the event, please be prepared to walk a longer distance to our campus after you have parked.
  • Out of respect for our neighbors, when driving to the Mann, please be mindful that you’re in a residential neighborhood with a speed limit of 30 MPH. Please refrain from using your car horn as well, particularly post-concert. Thank you for your cooperation.
  • Please note: GPS may not account for traffic in the area, so we ask that you listen to the recommendations of the parking attendants and police on how to enter the venue.
  • Dropping someone off before you park? Our friendly staff will direct you to our drop-off location at the South Gates, then direct you to a parking spot.
  • Want upgraded parking? Become a Member of the Mann and enjoy upgraded parking in our VIP lots, along with other great benefits.
  • Bicycle parking is available on campus! There is plenty of bike rack space to the left of the South Gates.
SEPTA is the way to go to the Mann

Public Transit

Go green and take SEPTA's Mann Loop bus! The Mann Center Loop bus departs from 19th & Locust and has 7 stops on the way to the Mann. Return buses depart from the Crawford Circle drop-off at the Mann 30 minutes after shows.

SEPTA Mann Loop stops include Locust & W Rittenhouse Square, Broad & Locust Street, Broad & Chestnut Street, Juniper & Commerce Street, 15th & JFK, 20th & JFK, and 26th & Ben Franklin Parkway. Look for the Mann Loop bus shelter at 15th & JFK - this location is a preferred stop and serves as a central hub for transfers from other SEPTA buses or trains.

You pay for the Mann Loop the same way you would for any other SEPTA ride. Whether you use your SEPTA Key (loaded with a pass or Travel Wallet), tap to pay, or cash, you're good to go on the Loop! Senior Citizens ride FREE with a SEPTA Key Senior ID Card! And all kids under 12 ride FREE!

The SEPTA Loop Bus is not available for every concert, and does not run for afternoon events or for shows that begin before 6PM. Visit SEPTA's website for the Mann Loop schedule.
 

Rideshare

The Mann has a dedicated rideshare drop-off and pick-up location at the North Gate, located on Georges Hill Drive. Please view or consult your rideshare app for an exact pin location to meet your driver. Our parking attendants will be on-site to assist with directions.

Waze Directions to Rideshare Pick-Up / Drop-Off

Mann Rideshare Map

Taxi Services

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Phila Taxi

(267) 625-2795

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Best Taxi

(856) 324-5941

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Old City Taxi

(215) 338-0838

IndeGo Bikes

There are two stations near the venue, a 19-dock station located directly in front of the Case Building at Belmont and South Concourse, and a 19-dock station in the ParkWest Town Center, right by the ShopRite. For more information on IndeGo locations and station availability, click here. 

Driving to the Mann

From North of the City

Take Roosevelt Boulevard. Follow signs for Rt. 1 South/City Ave and continue to Belmont Ave. Turn left on Belmont and continue through six traffic lights. Parking areas are on the right of Belmont Ave.

From Northeast of the City

Update: Due to I-95 closures, please plan accordingly for alternate routing.

Take I-95 South to the exit for I-676 West. Follow 676 to I-76W. Exit at Girard Ave/ Philadelphia Zoo (the exit ramp ends at the traffic light). Drive across Girard Ave under the overpass to Lansdowne Drive. Continue straight onto Lansdowne. The street name changes to Concourse Drive, which takes you to the Mann.

From East of the City

Take I-76 West. Exit at Girard Ave/ Philadelphia Zoo (the exit ramp ends at the traffic light). Drive across Girard Ave under the overpass to Lansdowne Drive. Continue straight onto Lansdowne. The street name changes to Concourse Drive, which takes you to the Mann.

From South of the City

Take I-95 North to the exit (left side) for I-676 West (the Vine Street Expressway). Exit from I-676 to I-76 West. Exit at Girard Ave/ Philadelphia Zoo (the exit ramp ends at the traffic light). Drive across Girard Ave under the overpass to Lansdowne Drive. Continue straight onto Lansdowne. The street name changes to Concourse Drive, which takes you to the Mann.

From Southwest of the City

Take City Avenue (Rt. 1) north to Belmont Ave. Turn right on Belmont Ave and continue through six traffic lights to parking areas on the right of Belmont Ave.

From West of the City

Take I-76 East to the exit at Belmont Ave. Turn right at the bottom of the ramp to Belmont Ave and continue straight. Cross City Ave and continue through six traffic lights. Parking areas are on the right of Belmont Ave. 

Alternate Route from West of the City

Take I-76 East to Belmont/Green Lane exit. At the end of the ramp turn right onto Belmont Ave. Proceed for approximately 2.9 miles (cross City Line Ave/Rt.1) and continue to South Georges Hill Drive. Make a right at this traffic light and continue around to The Mann Center parking areas.

From Center City

Take Ben Franklin Parkway to the Art Museum Circle. Follow the signs to West River Drive. Once on West River Drive, turn left at the first traffic light (Sweet Briar Cut-Off). Turn right at the stop sign to Lansdowne Drive, which becomes Concourse Drive. Cross Belmont Ave and go straight to the Mann. 

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