At a Glance
- The 2026 String Band Spectacular is rescheduled for Jan. 31, 2026, at 2 p.m.
- Lincoln Financial Field will host the Mummers String Band competition instead of Eagles football.
- Tickets run $12-$25 and are on sale now via Ticketmaster.
- Why it matters: Fans still get a live, televised spectacle at the stadium this month despite the Eagles’ season-ending loss.
Even though the Philadelphia Eagles’ playoff run ended with a loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Lincoln Financial Field won’t sit empty. The Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association announced on Facebook that its weather-delayed 2026 String Band Spectacular will now fill the stadium on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, starting at 2 p.m.
Rescheduled After New Year’s Washout
Heavy weather forced the association to scrap the original New Year’s Day performance. Organizers quickly locked in the new late-January date to keep the century-old tradition alive.
- New date: Jan. 31, 2026
- Kickoff time: 2 p.m. sharp
- Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, South Philadelphia
Tickets and How to Watch
Seats are already on sale through Ticketmaster, with prices ranging from $12 to $25. Spectators who can’t attend in person can catch the show across multiple platforms:
- WFMZ-TV
- MeTV2 (WDPN-TV)
- Live stream at WFMZ.com
- WFMZ+ app on Roku, Firestick, Apple TV, and newer Samsung TVs
The televised broadcast ensures the colorful string-band struts, elaborate costumes, and live music reach audiences well beyond the stadium walls.
Key Takeaways
- The Mummers replace Eagles action at the Linc this month.
- Weather pushed the event from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, 2026.
- Affordable tickets and broad TV coverage keep the tradition accessible.
- Fans still get a high-energy, family-friendly showcase on the same field.
