8/23 PHILLY - GIDDY UP!

[YouAre_GivenToFly]

Has anyone been to this venue before?  I'm coming from NY and was wondering what was around the area as far as pre-show drinks or tailgating.

Thanks

(Pit C - DD - 105 and 106)

Not much. The venue is in a huge city park. From what I remember the last time I was there we parked in a field, and I don't think there was any tailgating. There aren't any businesses at all within walking distance, but there is a bus that they run from Center City (for bars and such) to the venue and back on nights that there are shows.

http://www.septa.org/service/bus/mann.html

[peafunk31]

Has anyone been to this venue before?  I'm coming from NY and was wondering what was around the area as far as pre-show drinks or tailgating.

Thanks

(Pit C - DD - 105 and 106)

Not much. The venue is in a huge city park. From what I remember the last time I was there we parked in a field, and I don't think there was any tailgating. There aren't any businesses at all within walking distance, but there is a bus that they run from Center City (for bars and such) to the venue and back on nights that there are shows.

http://www.septa.org/service/bus/mann.html

Haven't been to the Mann in a few years but I distinctly remember there being a pretty awesome lot scene. I believe I was there for a Further show & the lot was jumpin. Don't kill me if I'm wrong, I'm getting old  :P

[ericm]

peafunk- If it was Furthur, I'm sure the lot was jumpin!  8)

We'll have to see if we can shake it up too,but I'll be driving so I'll be behavin' myself a bit.  ;)

[peafunk31]

peafunk- If it was Furthur, I'm sure the lot was jumpin!  8)

We'll have to see if we can shake it up too,but I'll be driving so I'll be behavin' myself a bit.  ;)

pssh... you're a seasoned vet, Eric! I'm sure you can sweat out any misbehavin' in time to drive home safely

[tdb810]

Has anyone been to this venue before?  I'm coming from NY and was wondering what was around the area as far as pre-show drinks or tailgating.

Thanks

(Pit C - DD - 105 and 106)

Not much. The venue is in a huge city park. From what I remember the last time I was there we parked in a field, and I don't think there was any tailgating. There aren't any businesses at all within walking distance, but there is a bus that they run from Center City (for bars and such) to the venue and back on nights that there are shows.

http://www.septa.org/service/bus/mann.html

Haven't been to the Mann in a few years but I distinctly remember there being a pretty awesome lot scene. I believe I was there for a Further show & the lot was jumpin. Don't kill me if I'm wrong, I'm getting old  :P

i was there in like 1994 to see lillith (?) i think....and it was a pretty fun parking lot from what i recall...ahem, that was like 17 years ago!!!! WHAT!???

[DemonEyes86]

1. JerseyDan
2. kydiddle
3. bumble
4. Penny
5. tdb810
6. 8bobbyb
7. eric
8. peafunk31 + 5 (so far)
9. Ghosts on TV
10. crooney
11. Dillsnufus
12. lil sis
13. ynwa
14. Dan
15. j_rud
16. TSarge + 5 (AA Pit and can't believe it)
17. RedMosquito22
18. DemonEyes86 + 4 friends

Giddy up is right, I'm so there. Will be the 6th time seeing the boys, however I'm new to the forum in terms of posting. Whats up fellow Jacketeers!

[ericm]

Welcome aboard Demon! 

1. JerseyDan
2. kydiddle
3. bumble
4. Penny
5. tdb810
6. 8bobbyb
7. ericm +1 (AA Pit, and I can't believe it either ;))
8. peafunk31 + 5 (so far)
9. Ghosts on TV
10. crooney
11. Dillsnufus
12. lil sis
13. ynwa
14. Dan
15. j_rud
16. TSarge + 5 (AA Pit and can't believe it)
17. RedMosquito22
18. DemonEyes86 + 4 friends

[DemonEyes86]

 

Thanks and cheers as well.

[subinai]

anybody traveling from NYC?

http://www.rocksoff.com/shows/1509

[ericm]

anybody traveling from NYC?

http://www.rocksoff.com/shows/1509

That's a pretty good deal,imo. I'd do it if I was in the city. Factor in gas and parking, not to mention being able to kick back, and not actually having to do the driving, and it's well worth it.

[subinai]

anybody traveling from NYC?

http://www.rocksoff.com/shows/1509

That's a pretty good deal,imo. I'd do it if I was in the city. Factor in gas and parking, not to mention being able to kick back, and not actually having to do the driving, and it's well worth it.

now who wants to sell me a pit ticket? :)

[TSarge]

Wow that party bus may change my plans, thanks for posting

[JerseyDan]

no bars (or any businesses for that matter) near the venue, but grass and trees...prime tailgating...or you can enter the venue pre-Neko, the promoters always have a DJ in the main concourse where the beer/liquor is sold...i know the guy doing the pre-MMJ set, he'd rad...winkwinkelbowelbow!

[StaggerLee]

1. JerseyDan
2. kydiddle
3. bumble
4. Penny
5. tdb810
6. 8bobbyb
7. ericm
8. peafunk31 + 5 (so far)

The mother truckin' Mann?!?!? Hells ya! This is tremendous news

I am included in the +5 for Peafunk.  One of my favorite venues.  One of the greatest lots in the country!  Lets throw down!

[StaggerLee]

For anyone who has never been to this venue; here is the breakdown...

Grass+Trees+Dirt=Flipping awesome lot scene!

[j_rud]

where's JRUD? he's going to be so stoked!

Haha I called him as soon as I found out. Had to leave him a message, but I expect him to be quite pleased.

See a voicemail on my work cell from Dan and think "Whats important enough to call the work pho-Philly date!"

[StaggerLee]

in my opinion the best outdoor venue in Philly.  AS mentioned in a earlier post its in Fairmount Park.  So its all grass and trees.  Tailgating scene is perfect.  Saw whats left of the Dead there last year and it ROCKED.  I hope MMJ plays many more shows there after this one.  I am new to the boards; but can't wait to meet the eastcoast crew!  MMP first then Band of Horses in NJ and then the Mann!  Gotta pretty nice little August planned out I would say.

[tdb810]

in my opinion the best outdoor venue in Philly.  AS mentioned in a earlier post its in Fairmount Park.  So its all grass and trees.  Tailgating scene is perfect.  Saw whats left of the Dead there last year and it ROCKED.  I hope MMJ plays many more shows there after this one.  I am new to the boards; but can't wait to meet the eastcoast crew!  MMP first then Band of Horses in NJ and then the Mann!  Gotta pretty nice little August planned out I would say.

Awesome Stagger! Hopefully we will meet up with you! we will be at MPP as well with a green tailgating tent!

[StaggerLee]

Awesome Stagger! Hopefully we will meet up with you! we will be at MPP as well with a green tailgating tent!
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For sure!  Counting down the days; Peafunk and I as well as our significant others and a few more will be staying down at the Sherton and ready to fucking rock!

[tdb810]

Awesome Stagger! Hopefully we will meet up with you! we will be at MPP as well with a green tailgating tent!

For sure!  Counting down the days; Peafunk and I as well as our significant others and a few more will be staying down at the Sherton and ready to fucking rock!
[/quote]

excellent!!!  2 weeks from Friday!  WHAT?