The venue is great! The music is great! The variety of shows is great! My problem is that they used…read moreto offer at the Encore Bar actual food like simple wrap sandwiches, not just little snacks of sugar nuts mixes, OR the sugary crap that is offered in movie theaters, like gummie bears and popcorn(?), or such garbage, and they were out of their spicy nuts 20 minutes into the entry! Tried to get a drink and snack at the Curtain Call, but it was too busy, with a long line,and really didn't offer anything of interest. Couldn't get a seat at the bar at LEO to get a glass of wine and an appetizer. We didn't want a whole meal, just wanted to nosh a bit with a glass of wine. We got a super sweet mix of yogurt coated nuts, which we didn't finish. The venue is MASSIVE, and could easily offer a place to provide some decent wraps, maybe a large Philly soft pretzel w/a honey mustard dip to share, mini-quiches, fruit salad, a cheese and/ or cheese and salami platter-- even AMtrak offers that! Why NO Chardonnay, NO Pinot Grigio? That's just pathetic. The Kimmel needs to upgrade their Pre-theater offerings! I was seriously disappointed by the options for pre-concert offerings for drinks AND noshing/snacking! Is this what they offer at Lincoln Center? If they need help with upgrading their offerings, they can contact me....

The Kimmel Center known for hosting world, renowned musicians, Broadway shows, and arts in the…read morePhilly area. Sunday it was hosting the Penn medical school graduation. It was a day of celebration and the venue was perfect. Being one of the most iconic landmarks in the city the stunning architecture made the event even more special acoustics were excellent, and the seating was very comfortable.

PARKING: They are now charging $30 per car to park at this venue. It has always been…read morefree...but...new management. You can buy a parking pass online prior to the day of the show for $25. You are able to tailgate in the parking area...we brought some wawa hoagies and drinks to consume before going inside. We should've brought some lawn chairs to sit on while tailgating. Highmark is the new owner of the The Mann. They did some sprucing up inside and it looks great! The staff were all very nice and helpful. We enjoyed the show that we went to see. I did not get anything to eat but I got one drink...the large can of Bud Light Seltzer...for $19.80. Definitely the most i've ever paid for one of those. You can bring in with you: one sealed bottle of water or an empty vessel for water. My friend brought ice in her vessel and they didn't even look inside.

I came here for a Yelp event featuring BalletX, and overall I had a good experience. I think this…read morevenue really shines in the summer when it's hosting concerts and outdoor performances. The setting is one of its biggest strengths. Since it's farther from dense residential areas, it feels like the kind of place that can really embrace large-scale outdoor events without worrying too much about noise. The lawn area in the back is especially nice. There's a gentle hill where people can spread out blankets, have a picnic, and enjoy the show. On a nice evening, it's a great atmosphere. For ballet and classical performances specifically, I had more mixed feelings. Outdoor venues naturally don't have the same acoustics as traditional concert halls or theaters, and I found myself wishing I could hear the orchestra more clearly. The performance itself was wonderful, but you lose some of that rich resonance and echo that makes live classical music feel so immersive indoors. The venue offers the usual snacks you'd expect, including popcorn, fries, sodas, and other basics. Nothing particularly memorable, but enough if you want a quick bite during a show. The seating is pretty straightforward. Standard plastic theater-style seats that get the job done. I also appreciated the large screens and production technology. For an outdoor venue, everything felt modern and well organized, and the screens helped make sure everyone could follow along even from farther away. My biggest concern was accessibility. I noticed quite a few older guests struggling with some of the stairs and inclines while finding their seats. It made me wonder how difficult the experience might be for visitors with mobility challenges. There are accessible seating options, but depending on where you're sitting, navigating parts of the venue could be challenging. Overall, I enjoyed my time here. It's a beautiful outdoor venue with a relaxed atmosphere, great picnic space, and solid event infrastructure. I probably wouldn't choose it over a traditional theater for ballet or orchestral performances, but for concerts and summer events, I can absolutely see why people love it. One final piece of advice: bring bug spray. Trust me on that one. Also, there's like a venue tsa out front, be patient lol

Went for The Compline in Sue opera and wow. The acoustics are unreal. The sound just bounces…read moreperfectly off the walls and fills the entire space. The building itself is stunning. Even after the performance, people were hanging around just to look at the theater and take it all in. Staff eventually had to usher people out because no one wanted to leave. I arrived a little late because I went to the wrong venue, and the staff was incredibly kind and calm about it. They walked me to my seat between sets and made it totally stress free. Everyone I interacted with was friendly and professional. The place is clean and very well maintained. One thing to watch out for is seat selection. In the balcony, some seats have a pole partially blocking the view of the stage, which is frustrating if you do not realize it ahead of time. Definitely double check before buying. I loved the live subtitles for the opera. Such a thoughtful touch and makes the whole experience much more accessible. The chandeliers are gorgeous, the atmosphere feels grand but not stuffy, and the whole night felt special. Fully worth the money and I would absolutely come back.

What a delight! I bought my ticket for SUFFS at the box…read moreoffice. Yes, I got lucky! This is a popular play. What a wonderful opportunity to be educated on the American sufferage movement. It was a delight to see that so many local women were involved and their stories are reflected in this play today. I am happy to get the Playbill souvenir and a SUFFS pin. THE STAFF WAS VERY NICE. I'm very grateful to the sweet people working here. From the theater, attendants, concession snack stand, security, box office, merchandise, and the restrooms too. My chocolate chip cookie was yummy. Everybody's very kind and hard-working. It was an absolutely wonderful time in this beautiful theater. It was my first time to be in the theater and it's very beautiful. The set design was quite exciting. The seats were very comfortable. And I'm very glad that there was parking in a garage very close to this theater!

We had been here decades ago so we knew we needed to revisit while in the area since this is one of…read morethe best gardens in the country. Not a cheap place at over $30 for most admissions even with some minor discounts. Since we didn't know our exact schedule we took a chance and did not buy a timed admission in advance even though they recommend it. It was going to be another super steamy day for late May so we arrived a bit after they opened at 10am. Everyone else had the same idea. Luckily we were able to buy a ticket on the spot without waiting on line since we used one of the kiosks. There were tons of grade school groups that were running through most exhibits - it appeared their favorite was getting wet from the fountain show's spray! This place is huge with lots of walking but there is enough shade to keep out of the 90 + degree heat. All of the volunteers were super friendly and helpful. Eager to answer all questions and give directions. We covered a lot of ground in three hours and saw all the highlights including two of the fountain shows, the conservatory, the bonsai exhibit, the Italian water garden and the house. Don't miss the behind the scenes exhibit on the pipe organ - fascinating! Everything was beautiful. What an impressive place. No wonder it's so popular.

I love Longwood gardens best time to go is in spring when most flowers are blooming . The princes…read moretree had such pretty pink blooms and sent . Bring very comfortable shoes and water because you will be doing a lot of walking. Longwood Gardens is 1,100-acre botanical oasis in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Founded by industrialist Pierre S. du Pont, it features over 10,000 plant species, a sprawling 4-acre Conservatory, outdoor fountains, and serene meadows. Top HighlightsThe Conservatory: A massive, heated glasshouse showcasing tropical plants, a world-class bonsai collection, and seasonal rotating displays.Main Fountain Garden: The crown jewel of Longwood, featuring spectacular, choreographed fountain shows (which include illuminated evening performances).The Meadow Garden: 86 acres of native wildflowers, winding trails, and peaceful woodland walks. 1001 Longwood Rd, Kennett Square, PA (about an hour from Philadelphia and two hours from the DMV area).Hours: Generally open Wednesday through Monday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (with extended hours for seasonal light displays).Admission: Adults are $35, Seniors (65+) are $31, and Youth (5-15) are $20.Dining: You can pack a picnic (enjoyed in designated areas) or book a table at 1906, the on-site fine dining restaurant overlooking the Main Fountain Garden.

What a greaaaattt venue! My friend and I traveled here for Club1BD last weekend and had a blast!…read more This was a nice-sized venue, with clean bathrooms, a bar and even a fast-working coat-check center that I did not personally use, but the line moved and a lot of people used it! We Uber'd to the facility so I was not familar with surrounding parking but I do recommend others do the same!

Last night I saw Otoboke Beaver with DBGC at Union Transfer. It's been years since I saw a concert…read morehere. The venue did not disappoint and I had a great time just like in the past. Great acoustics, friendly and hard working staff - from security to the bar, and an overall good, fun vibe. The only difference from when I last was here is there's a parking fee in the back, but it was reasonable rate and honestly a good deal. Union Transfer is still an awesome place to see a show!!

WHAT?! How have I not reviewed you??!??…read more Okay, bear with me. Could the venue have more amenties? Sure. Could the ingress and throughways inside be managed better when the crowd is sardines in a can? Sure. Can every experience in life be "more" or "better" if we're being extra picky, eventually turning those same experiences into a sterile, "will never offend anyone," suburb-coded "I come into the city once in a while for a good show but I hate the parking situation" experience? Yes. But not the the TLA, no. The TLA is Philly as hell. It's not there to give you extra-wide seats or a pinky off the champagne glass kind of vibe. It's there to be affordable. It's there to connect you with all sorts of different people there to see the same great show. And it's there to remind you that sometimes, sticky sweaty is the way to go. In the TLA, we're rawdogging sweaty air and great acts. It's where you go to see the acts that come through town where everyone who shows up REALLY wanted to show up - the performers because they're not stadium famous, and the attendees because they love those same performers all up in their bones. Things might be tight in the venue, but there's always room for fun and dancing.

I saw Jesse J in January 2026. Intimate venue! Security was friendly and efficient at the front…read more The show was an acoustic set so I knew I'd want to sit. I was lucky to get balcony seats in row B - they were amazing! Pretty comfortable and an amazing view. There's also a bar up there so you don't have to go downstairs.