The Mann Center for the Performing Arts
Philadelphia, PA · Amphitheater
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park, now branded Highmark Mann with its TD Pavilion stage, keeps a straightforward bag rule. Any bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches gets in, clear or not, though clear bags are encouraged because they move through the search faster.
Outside lawn chairs, food, and alcohol all stay home, but the venue rents lawn chairs inside if you want one. Laptops, tablets, and professional cameras are out too, and permitted items can change by artist, so check your event. There is no bag check, so anything oversized has to go back to the car.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for The Mann Center for the Performing Arts?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- Bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", clear or not (clear is encouraged and faster)
- Blankets for the lawn
- Medically necessary items, subject to search
Not allowed inside
- Bags larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
- Outside lawn chairs (rentals are available inside)
- Outside food and beverages, including alcohol
- Laptops, tablets, and professional cameras
- Selfie sticks, laser pointers, and weapons
Clear bags are encouraged because they speed up the search, but not required. Lawn chairs are not allowed from outside, though the venue rents them inside. Permitted items can change by artist.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at The Mann Center for the Performing Arts? Here are the next events, with tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek so you can compare before you buy. The bag policy above applies to every one of them.
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No bag that fits? Plan ahead
The Mann Center does not offer bag storage, so anything over 12 by 6 by 12 inches has to return to your vehicle. The venue sits in Fairmount Park, a short distance from Center City.
Common questions
What is the Mann Center bag policy?
Bags must be 12 by 6 by 12 inches or smaller, clear or not. Clear bags are encouraged because they speed up the security search.
Are lawn chairs allowed at the Mann Center?
Not from outside, but the venue rents lawn chairs inside for the lawn.
Can I bring food to the Mann Center?
No. Outside food and beverages, including alcohol, are not allowed.
Is the Mann Center the same as Highmark Mann?
Yes. The Mann Center for the Performing Arts is now branded Highmark Mann, with its main stage the TD Pavilion.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime, with exact times on your ticket.
Parking
On-site and nearby Fairmount Park lots serve the venue, with prepaid parking the easy option. Shuttle service runs from some lots on busy nights.
Public transit
SEPTA buses serve Fairmount Park near the venue, and the Mann runs shuttles from Center City on many show nights.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated drop-off near the venue. Expect waits after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the The Mann Center for the Performing Arts official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.