Jam on the River!

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One of Philadelphia�s Most Revered Party Rituals Reaches a Milestone Age.
Every year at Penn�s Landing a migration of the musical kind takes place. For 14 years, 50,000 people have been coming together to watch 30 musical acts on different stages over the three day Memorial Day Weekend. This year will be no different. A tried and true tradition of a Philadelphia summer, the 15^th Annual Jam on the River, May 27, 28 & 29, has a line up guaranteed to whet every musical appetite including Ratdog with Bob Weir and Rob Wasserman, The Neville Brothers and George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic.

Read on and find out more!

Who�s Playin�?

Evolving over the last 15 years, the music has gone from traditional New Orleans entertainment to an �all inclusive� music festival offering a diverse genre of American influences. The 2000 Jam on the River talent roster rounds out the flavor of the festival with The Legendary Wailers, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet, Marcia Ball, Little Milton, Gov�t Mule, Cowboy Mouth, Terrance Simien, Marva Wright and the BMW�s, Duke Robillard, Larry McCray, BR5-49, Mars Electric, Fathead, K-Floor, Whose Blues, Alligator Zydeco, Beau Coup Bleu and more. (Talent breakdown by day to follow.)

What�s Cookin�?

While the music appeal is as strong as Louisiana hot sauce, the food is as eclectic as the talent line up. Presenting influences from Philadelphia and New Orleans, two cities known for their bold tastes including Jambalaya, Crawfish Monica, Shrimp Po� Boys, Alligator on a Stick, Cheesesteaks, Buffalo Wings, Crab Fries ala Chickie�s and Pete�s and much, much more.

What Else is Goin� On?

While you are making your way from one stage to another, be sure to check out the craftables available for purchase. From artisans� jewelry to do-it-yourself hats, festivalgoers will find a colorful keepsake as a reminder of their experience at Jam. You�ll find extreme games such as Orbitron, Rock Climbing Wall and Super trampoline �extreme�ly entertaining. The Independence Blue Cross Junior Jam for kids is their own little mini-Jam featuring children�s musical entertainment, crafts, games and other cool things to keep them busy.

How Much Am I Shellin�?

Think about it. When was the last time you shelled out $10 (Jam advance ticket price) or $15 (Jam ticket price at the gate) for a concert? Probably 10 � 15 years ago! And if you did pay that, you probably only saw one performer. Jam on the River gives you a full days worth of music and then some! If you are bringing kids, their tickets are only $2 per child (ages 2-12; babies are free.) Advance tickets are available by calling 215.922.2FUN or visiting pennslandingcorp.com. You can buy your tickets in person at the 16^th Street and JFK Blvd. Visitors Center.

How Am I Gettin� There?

With a SEPTA JamPass, you�ve got a ticket to ride � literally! For $17, JamPass is a single-day event ticket that includes unlimited travel on all SEPTA buses, trolleys, subways and regional rail trains. Take the new EL to Penn's Landing via the 2nd Street Station on the Market-Frankford line. Purchase your JamPass at the Transit Museum Store at 12th & Market, SEPTA Sales Offices located at 69th Street, Olney Terminal and 15th Street Concourse plus all Regional Rail Ticket Offices and online at www.septa.org. For more information call (215) 580-7800.

The last day for advance tickets is May 25^th. After that, tickets can be purchased at the gates on event days. Tickets are good for one admission/one day only.

Who�s Makin� This Event Possible?

Independence Blue Cross, US Airways, Pennsylvania Lottery, Budweiser, Captain Morgan�s, Breyer�s Ice Cream Parlor, Sunoco Welcome America!, SEPTA, 93.3 WMMR, Philadelphia Weekly and Philadelphia, the place that LOVES YOU BACK.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SUMMER EVENTS 2000 AT PENN'S LANDING, CALL 215.922.2FUN