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09/16/2026
⚡🎸 BRYN ATHYN RETURNS TO SWEENEY’S — Saturday, September 19 🎸⚡
One night. One stage. And the most electric young rock band in Philly.
Bryn Athyn is back — and this show is going to shake the walls.
This is the most popular young rock band in the scene right now — and they play exclusively at Sweeney’s. No other rooms. No watered-down stages. When Bryn Athyn hits, Sweeney’s is where it happens.
Their sound delivers everything rock fans are craving:
🔥 the raw punch of ’90s grunge
🔥 the swagger and edge of British rock
🔥 the urgency and electricity of modern indie
This is real, loud, in-your-face rock energy — the kind that grabs you by the chest and doesn’t let go.
📅 Saturda, September 19 🎸⚡ 🚪 9 PM 💵 $10 cover
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA
⚡ BRYN ATHYN + SWEENEY’S = A ROCK NIGHT DONE RIGHT.
Get there early. Stay late. 🤘🔥
09/16/2026
🎸 MEShed Up MAKES THEIR DEBUT AT SWEENEY’S! 🎸
This Friday, September 18th, come hang with us at Sweeney’s Philly Special for our debut show! 🔥
We’ll be rocking the night with all your favorite hits from the ’90s through today — from throwback anthems to today’s favorites. 🎶
📍 Sweeney’s Philly Special
🗓 Friday, September 18th
⏰ 9 PM – 1 AM
Grab your friends, bring your dancing shoes, and come party with us! 🤘🔥
We can’t wait to see you at Sweeney’s! ❤️🔥
09/14/2026
ТАНОК НА МАЙДАНІ КОНҐО (ТНМК) У ФІЛАДЕЛЬФІЇ!
25 вересня легендарний український гурт Танок на Майдані Конґо (ТНМК) наживо у Sweeney’s!
На вас чекає великий живий концерт ТНМК — улюблені пісні, потужний звук, драйв та атмосфера справжнього українського рок-шоу.
Танок на Майдані Конґо (ТНМК) — один із найвідоміших українських гуртів, який поєднує хіп-хоп, рок, фанк і джаз та вже багато років збирає прихильників в Україні та за її межами.
Спеціальний гість вечора — український стендап-комік Ярослав Пріг, який відкриє вечір стендап-програмою та подарує багато сміху й гарного настрою.
Один вечір — стендап та великий живий концерт ТНМК у Філадельфії!
📅 25 вересня 2026 року
🕖 Початок — 7:00 PM
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
КВИТКИ:
• Early Bird — $50 (обмежена кількість)
• General Admission — $60
• VIP — $100 — гарантоване сидяче місце + Meet & Greet з ТНМК
• У день концерту на вході — $80 General Admission
Кількість Early Bird та VIP-квитків обмежена.
Купуйте квитки за посиланням та приходьте провести цей вечір разом із нами!
Деталі: (484) 358-4705
09/12/2026
09/03/2026
🔥🎸 SPLIT DECISION LIVE at Sweeney’s — FRIDAY, September 11 🎸🔥
Kick off your weekend the right way — with loud guitars, big energy, and a packed rock club.
On Friday, May 29, Split Decision hits the stage at Sweeney’s for a high-energy cover show loaded with rock anthems, crowd favorites, and nonstop sing-alongs. This is the kind of Friday night that keeps the room moving from the first song to last call. 🤘🔥
🕗 Doors open: 8:00 PM
🎤 Show starts: 9:00 PM
💵 $10 cover — Friday, May 29
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
🚗 Free parking on site
🚆 Located right at Somerton Train Station — easy ride from Center City Philly
🔥 This is Sweeney’s.
Philadelphia’s true rock club — close stage, powerful sound, no bad spots, and a real rock atmosphere. Great food, affordable drinks, and live bands that bring it every night.
🔥 Split Decision + Sweeney’s = a Friday night done right.
Grab your crew. Turn it up. See you there🤘🎸
09/02/2026
🎸 Shine On – A Tribute to Pink Floyd
Live at Sweeney’s • Philadelphia
Experience the timeless music of Pink Floyd performed live by Shine On, one of the region’s premier Pink Floyd tribute bands.
From «Comfortably Numb» and «Wish You Were Here» to «Time,» «Money,» and «Another Brick in the Wall,» enjoy an evening filled with the legendary songs, soaring guitar solos, rich harmonies, and unforgettable atmosphere that made Pink Floyd one of the greatest rock bands of all time.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering their music for the first time, this is a show you won’t want to miss.
📅 Friday, September 4
🚪 Doors: 8 PM
🎶 Show: 9 PM
🎟 Tickets:
$10 at the door
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19116
Come celebrate the music, the sound, and the legacy of Pink Floyd with us! 🌙🎶
08/27/2026
🎸 OLD SCHOOL Returns to Sweeney’s — August 28! 🎸
Turn your Friday night into a full-on classic rock celebration at Sweeney’s! 🤘
OLD SCHOOL hits the stage on Friday, August 28 at 9 PM, delivering the ultimate ’70s & ’80s arena rock experience.
🔥 Expect a high-energy set packed with legendary hits from
Journey, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Scorpions, Van Halen, Mötley Crüe, KISS, Foreigner, and more.
🎶 Big vocals, ripping guitar solos, and crowd-favorite anthems all night long.
If classic rock is your soundtrack, this show is not to be missed.
📅 Friday, August 28
⏰ 9 PM
📍 Sweeney’s
💸 Cover: $10
Grab a drink, bring your friends, and rock the night away 🤟🔥
08/23/2026
🔥 Doors Unhinged — THE DOORS TRIBUTE NIGHT 🔥
Step into the psychedelic world of the late ‘60s with Light My Fire (The Doors Tribute) — capturing the raw energy, mysticism, and spirit of Jim Morrison and The Doors.
This is more than a concert — it’s a journey back to an era where rock was poetry, rebellion, and ritual.
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
📞 (215) 677-9338
📅 Monday, August 24
🚪 Doors: 7 PM | 🎤 Show: 8 PM
💵 Cover: $10
Grab a drink, bring your friends, and lose yourself in the sound.
Let the music guide you… through the doors of perception.
08/20/2026
The Blues Night at Sweeney's - Friday, August 21!
The Empty Belly Blues Band is a true brotherhood of blues and soul lovers, drawn together from across the globe and united by a shared passion for the music that moves the soul. As proud members of the Philadelphia Blues Society, we’re dedicated to preserving and celebrating the deep roots of American blues.
Fronted by veteran blues belter Alabama Sam, our ensemble of seasoned musicians delivers a powerful and authentic performance that channels the raw energy and emotional depth of the blues. As a Philly blues band serving the Philadelphia area, our repertoire features a dynamic mix of original songs, timeless blues standards—from legends like B.B. King and Muddy Waters—and classic soul staples from the likes of Tyrone Davis, The Temptations, and Wilson Pickett.
Close your eyes and you're there. Let Sam take you back to where it all began.
Doors 7 pm
Show 8 pm
Tickets $10 (cash at the door)
08/19/2026
🎙️ Sinatra Night is back at Sweeney’s! Come hang out, grab a drink, and enjoy all the Sinatra classics live with Rich De Simone. 🎶🥃
📅 Thursday, Aug. 20 | Doors at 7 PM, show at 8 PM | $20 online / $30 at the door.
Come dressed sharp and let’s have a good one! 🎩✨
08/16/2026
🔥🤘 Look at that crowd!
Sweeney’s was packed last night for Bonehead Band 🔵 🎸🍻
A full room, people singing along, dancing, and just having a damn good time❤️🔥
This is what Saturday nights at Sweeney’s are all about!
Thanks to everyone who came out and rocked with us! 🤘
08/16/2026
🔥 BONEHEAD at Sweeney’s — what a night! 🔥
Last night Bonehead Band 🔵 brought some serious rock energy to Sweeney’s! 🤘
This is how we like our Saturday nights — loud, live, and a little crazy! 🍻🤘
Big thanks to Bonehead for an awesome show!
And thank you, Felicia Renee Toska for the live video! ❤️🎥
SweeneysPhilly
08/15/2026
When the band is so good, the dance floor isn’t enough… 🔥
Girls on the bar.
Whole room dancing.
Tailspin absolutely KILLING it at Sweeney’s. 🤘🔥
This is what Friday nights are supposed to look like.
08/15/2026
🎸🔥 BONEHEAD LIVE at Sweeney’s — August 15 🔥🎸
Get ready for a night of pure modern rock energy.
On Friday, August 15, Bonehead returns to Sweeney’s with a powerful, high-octane set of modern rock cover hits — loud, tight, and right in your face. This is the kind of show where the crowd sings along, the guitars hit hard, and the room stays electric from the first song to the last. 🤘
🕗 Doors: 8 PM
🎤 Show starts: 9 PM
💵 $10 Cover
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
🔥 What makes Sweeney’s special?
Sweeney’s is Philadelphia’s real rock club — no frills, no distance, no fake atmosphere.
Here, the band is just a few feet away, the room is intimate, the sound is raw and powerful, and the energy is exactly how rock music should feel.
🍔 Great food
🍺 Affordable drinks
🎸 Live bands almost every night
🤘 A tight-knit rock crowd that comes for the music
If you’re into live rock that feels personal, loud, and unforgettable, this is your place.
🔥 Bonehead at Sweeney’s — don’t miss this one.
See you up front. 🤘🎸
Address
13639 Philmont Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19116
To get to Philmont Avenue in Philadelphia, you can take the SEPTA regional train to the Philmont Station and walk approximately 15 minutes to reach your destination. Alternatively, you can take the bus and get off at the Philmont & Biddle stop, which is just a few steps away from your destination.
If driving, take exit 351 from I-95 N towards Woodhaven Road, turn left onto US-1 S/Roosevelt Boulevard, turn left onto Welsh Road and then right onto Huntingdon Pike. Finally, turn left onto Philmont Avenue where you will find parking available nearby.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 2am |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 2am |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 2am |
| Thursday |
12pm - 2am |
| Friday |
12pm - 2am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 2am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 2am |
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Sweeney's Philly Special is the ultimate destination for those looking for a fun-filled night out in Philadelphia. This bar and grill offers a variety of entertainment options, including live music, sports games, and even a dance club. The location on Philmont Avenue is perfect for locals and visitors alike.
The lineup of events at Sweeney's Philly Special is impressive. From the LeCompt Band to Dino & The Demolition, there is always something exciting happening here. And if you're a fan of Black Sabbath, you won't want to miss "Into the Void: The Music of Black Sabbath" on June 3rd.
But it's not just about the entertainment at Sweeney's Philly Special. The restaurant serves up delicious food that will satisfy any craving. And with a lounge area and dance club, you can keep the party going all night long.
If you're looking for a job in the industry, Sweeney's Philly Special is currently hiring bartenders. So why not join this exciting team and be part of the action? Overall, Sweeney's Philly Special is a must-visit spot in Philadelphia for anyone looking for great food, drinks, and entertainment.
