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Sweeney’s Philly Special

Sweeney’s Philly Special Sweeney’s Philly Special is a popular bar & grill located on Philmont Avenue that offers a variety of entertainment options such as live music, sports games, dancing and dining experiences. The restaurant frequently hires bartenders and hosts live performances from local bands like Dino & The Demolition and Paradise Rose. Enjoy the upbeat atmosphere while indulging in some delicious food and drinks.
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06/01/2026

Tonight!

🌈 TONIGHT at Sweeney’s 🌈A powerful live tribute to Pink Floyd by Shine On 🎸🕘 9 PM • $10 CoverClose your eyes, feel the m...
05/27/2026

🌈 TONIGHT at Sweeney’s 🌈
A powerful live tribute to Pink Floyd by Shine On 🎸
🕘 9 PM • $10 Cover

Close your eyes, feel the music, and let Pink Floyd take you somewhere else. 🎶

SINATRA NIGHT — LIVE AT SWEENEY’S 🎶Step back in time — for one unforgettable evening.For one night only, Sweeney’s trans...
05/26/2026

SINATRA NIGHT — LIVE AT SWEENEY’S 🎶

Step back in time — for one unforgettable evening.

For one night only, Sweeney’s transforms into a classic
Frank Sinatra–era lounge — where elegance, music, and golden age atmosphere come back to life.

Rich De Simone, one of the finest Sinatra performers in Pennsylvania is on stage. Rich sings like Sinatra, sounds like him, speaks like him, and brings his presence to life.
Stories, humor, charm — just like Frank himself.

🎶 Featuring timeless classics:
Fly Me to the Moon
My Way
New York, New York
Strangers in the Night
That’s Life
…and more

🍸 Sinatra’s favorite cocktails
🍽 Elegant appetizers & classic entrées
✨ Intimate and ambient Hollywood style night

📅 Thursday, May 28
🕖 Doors open 7 PM
🕖 Show starts 8 PM

🎟 Tickets:
$20 online
$30 at the door

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Dress sharp. Bring your date.
Step into Sinatra’s world. 🎩✨

05/13/2026

🎉 TAILSPIN Live at Sweeney’s – Saturday, May 16! 🎉

TailSpin returns to Sweeney’s for a full-throttle night of rock, energy, and pure live music adrenaline. If you’ve seen them before — you already know. If not — this is your chance to experience one of Philly’s most electric live bands up close! 🎸🔥

Expect an incredible mix of powerful vocals, ripping guitars, big drums, and the kind of contagious stage energy that pulls everyone out of their seats. TailSpin brings the songs you love, the crowd vibe you crave, and the party spirit that makes Sweeney’s the best live music spot in Northeast Philly.

So round up your friends, grab a drink, and dive into an unforgettable Friday night. Dance, sing, shout — whatever gets you into the groove. Just don’t miss out. This show is the perfect winter escape and the perfect way to kick off 2026 with real fire.

📍 Sweeney’s Station Saloon
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

🕘 9 PM
💸 $15 Cover

Let’s light up the night — TailSpin style! ⚡🔥

FridayVibes

🎸 The Cut Offs LIVE AT SWEENEY’S🎸Get ready for a high-octane night of bangers!The Cut Offs are a cover band dedicated to...
05/11/2026

🎸 The Cut Offs LIVE AT SWEENEY’S🎸

Get ready for a high-octane night of bangers!
The Cut Offs are a cover band dedicated to the generation defining alt rock music from the 90s and early 00s.

📅 Thursday, May 14th
Doors 7 pm
Show 8 pm
💵 $10 cover

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This isn’t just your average cover band. This is ONE of the bands of all time!

05/04/2026

Looking for a place to blow off some steam and hear some great live music?
💘🔥 Fish Out Of Water💘🔥 is hitting the stage at Sweeney’s on Friday, May 8 — and we’re bringing the party with us. 🎸🐟
Expect big songs, loud guitars, cold drinks, and a dance floor that won’t stay empty for long. If you like your Saturday nights with real live rock, good people, and a little chaos, this is the spot.

🎶 Big hits 🔥 High-energy set 🍸 Drinks flowing 💃 Dance floor moving

🕘 Show starts: 9 PM

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia
📞 (215) 677-3177

Grab your friends, grab a drink, and get ready for a seriously fun night of live music.
Let’s pack the place. 😎🔥

SaturdayNight

⚡ MINI MOJO — LIVE AT SWEENEY’S ⚡Thursday, May 7 - FREE ADMISSION!Get ready for a night of pure classic rock energy with...
05/04/2026

⚡ MINI MOJO — LIVE AT SWEENEY’S ⚡

Thursday, May 7 - FREE ADMISSION!

Get ready for a night of pure classic rock energy with Mini Mojo — an incredibly talented teenagers cover band from South Jersey playing with the soul and fire of true old-school rock.

They may be young, but they hit the stage with serious power.
Raw energy, real musicianship, loud guitars, and the kind of live performance that grabs you from the very first song.

Expect powerful covers of legendary artists like:

🔥 Jimi Hendrix
🔥 Stevie Ray Vaughan
🔥 The Allman Brothers
🔥 The Doors
…and many more timeless rock classics.

This is not background music.
This is real rock’n’roll — played loud, played right.

Young. Loud. Wildly talented.

🕖 Doors: 7 PM
🕗 Show: 8 PM

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Come support the next generation of real rock’n’roll ⚡

Bacons Bits Live In Philadelphia!Yo! I’m coming to Philly on 5/4 to talk music marketing and answer your questions aroun...
05/04/2026

Bacons Bits Live In Philadelphia!

Yo! I’m coming to Philly on 5/4 to talk music marketing and answer your questions around growing your music career! This is going to be a really fun one - so come on out. Note this is only free WITH RSVP!

TWO YEARS , ONE FAMILY. ⚡️🌹What started as a simple idea…A Monday night built around the music of the Grateful Dead……has...
05/01/2026

TWO YEARS , ONE FAMILY. ⚡️🌹

What started as a simple idea…
A Monday night built around the music of the Grateful Dead…

…has turned into something none of us could have predicted.

🎶 Musicians meeting musicians
🎶 Deadheads becoming family
🎶 New bands, new projects, new friendships
🎶 A space where the music is the glue

Grateful Monday has become a living, breathing experiment — and it’s working.

And now… we celebrate 🎉



🔥 THE 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF GRATEFUL MONDAY 🔥

📍 Sweeney’s
🗓 Monday, May 11
⏰ 8PM – Midnight

Featuring a cavalcade of players who’ve been part of this journey over the past two years 💀🌈



⚡️ 10 YEARS OF DEAN & COMPANY ⚡️
⚡️ 2 YEARS OF GRATEFUL MONDAY ⚡️
⚡️ ONE COMMUNITY ⚡️

Two nights. One celebration. A whole lot of love.



💬 Tag your crew
🎶 Bring your instrument
❤️ Come be part of the experiment

GratefulDeadVibes DeanAndCompany

🎸 Led Zeppelin fans, this one’s for you!Get ready for a night of epic rock classics with A Whole Lotta Led – the ultimat...
04/28/2026

🎸 Led Zeppelin fans, this one’s for you!

Get ready for a night of epic rock classics with A Whole Lotta Led – the ultimate Led Zeppelin tribute – live at Sweeney’s on April 30 at 8:00 PM!

🔥 Come get your fill of the music from the mighty Led Zeppelin – played loud and live, just the way it’s meant to be heard. Expect all your favorites, from Stairway to Heaven to Whole Lotta Love.
This show always sells out – don’t wait!

Cover $10

WholeLottaLove

04/17/2026
Hot Dammit hits Sweeney’s for a full-throttle night of party rock, singalongs, and zero let-up energy.If you’ve seen the...
04/16/2026

Hot Dammit hits Sweeney’s for a full-throttle night of party rock, singalongs, and zero let-up energy.

If you’ve seen them before — you already know.
If you haven’t — this is the one to change that.

Expect a packed dance floor, hands in the air, and a set that doesn’t let you breathe from the first song to the last.

🔥 Big songs you know by heart
🎤 Crowd singing louder than the band
⚡ Non-stop energy — no filler, no slowdowns

This isn’t background music —
this is the kind of night you feel from the stage to the back of the room.

📍 Sweeney’s Philly Special
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA

📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 9 PM

🍻 Great drinks. Loud room. Real crowd.

👉 Grab your crew and get there early — this one’s going to fill up.

🎸🔥 BONEHEAD LIVE at Sweeney’s — April 11 🔥🎸Bonehead is BACK — and this one is going to be loud, close, and unapologetica...
04/08/2026

🎸🔥 BONEHEAD LIVE at Sweeney’s — April 11 🔥🎸

Bonehead is BACK — and this one is going to be loud, close, and unapologetically rock ’n’ roll.
On Saturday, April 11, Bonehead hits the stage at Sweeney’s, delivering a high-energy night of the best modern rock cover songs — the kind you sing along to, move to, and feel in your chest. 🤘

🕗 Doors: 8 PM
🎤 Show starts: 9 PM
💵 $10 Cover

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

🔥 Why Sweeney’s?
Sweeney’s is Philadelphia’s true rock club — the real deal.
There’s no other place in the city where the rock atmosphere feels this authentic:
the musicians are right in front of you, the room is intimate, the sound is powerful, and the vibe is pure rock energy.

🍔 Great food
🍺 Affordable drinks
🎸 Live bands almost every night
🤘 A real rock community — no gimmicks, no pretense

If you love live rock, close-up performances, and a warm, gritty, unforgettable club vibe — this is your spot.

🔥 Bonehead + Sweeney’s = the perfect rock night.
Don’t miss it. See you at the stage. 🤘🎸

Possum Kingdom brings a night of raw, honest rock with tight grooves, strong hooks, and a true live-band energy.A perfec...
04/08/2026

Possum Kingdom brings a night of raw, honest rock with tight grooves, strong hooks, and a true live-band energy.

A perfect Friday night show for anyone who loves real music, great vibes, and cold drinks.

🗓 Friday, April 10
⏰ Doors 8 pm, Show 9 pm
🎟 Cover $10
📍 Sweeney’s

✨ Grab a drink, bring friends, and kick off your weekend with live rock 🎶🍻 See less

⚡️ METALLICA NIGHT AT SWEENEY’S ⚡️Get ready, Philly… Hammer of Justice — Philadelphia’s ultimate Tribute to Metallica — ...
04/06/2026

⚡️ METALLICA NIGHT AT SWEENEY’S ⚡️

Get ready, Philly… Hammer of Justice — Philadelphia’s ultimate Tribute to Metallica — is bringing the 90s Metallica experience back to life on April 9! 🤘

If you miss the days of Enter Sandman, Sad But True, and the raw power of 90s Metallica, this show is for you. Hammer of Justice delivers the sound, the energy, and the attitude that made Metallica legendary.

🔥 Heavy riffs
⚡ Classic Metallica hits
🤘 Loud, unapologetic metal

Grab your crew, throw on your black shirt, and get ready for a night of pure Metallica energy.

📅 April 9
📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia

Philadelphia and the surrounding areas — this is your Metallica tribute night.
Don’t miss it. 🤘🤘

MetallicaFans

🎶 Join the Tradition – Grateful Monday! 🎶Come celebrate what has become a beloved tradition! Grateful Monday will shine ...
04/04/2026

🎶 Join the Tradition – Grateful Monday! 🎶
Come celebrate what has become a beloved tradition! Grateful Monday will shine a lovelight on the area’s Dead Community and feature a round-robin of musicians who move us.
🕗 When: Apr 6, 8:00 PM –12:00 AM
💵 Suggested Donation: $10 at the door
Don’t miss out on the music, community, and good vibes – see you there!

Looking for a place to blow off some steam and hear some great live music?💘🔥 Fish Out Of Water💘🔥  is hitting the stage a...
04/02/2026

Looking for a place to blow off some steam and hear some great live music?
💘🔥 Fish Out Of Water💘🔥 is hitting the stage at Sweeney’s on Saturday, April 4 — and we’re bringing the party with us. 🎸🐟
Expect big songs, loud guitars, cold drinks, and a dance floor that won’t stay empty for long. If you like your Saturday nights with real live rock, good people, and a little chaos, this is the spot.

🎶 Big hits 🔥 High-energy set 🍸 Drinks flowing 💃 Dance floor moving

🕘 Show starts: 9 PM

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia
📞 (215) 677-3177

Grab your friends, grab a drink, and get ready for a seriously fun night of live music.
Let’s pack the place. 😎🔥

SaturdayNight

🔥 THE LAUNCH 🔥The only tribute band delivering the epic sounds of Queen, Boston, and Styx – all in one night!Get ready f...
03/31/2026

🔥 THE LAUNCH 🔥
The only tribute band delivering the epic sounds of Queen, Boston, and Styx – all in one night!
Get ready for soaring vocals, legendary guitar solos, and the rock anthems that defined a generation.

📍 Venue: Sweeney’s
📅 Date: Friday, April 3
$10 Cover

Don’t miss out!
Come sing, dance, and rock out to the hits you love. This is the show you’ve been waiting for! The Launch is back in town!

🎸 OLD SCHOOL Rocks Sweeney’s on March 28! 🎸Get ready for a full-throttle night of classic arena rock at Sweeney’s! 🤘OLD ...
03/27/2026

🎸 OLD SCHOOL Rocks Sweeney’s on March 28! 🎸

Get ready for a full-throttle night of classic arena rock at Sweeney’s! 🤘
OLD SCHOOL is taking over the stage on Friday, March 28 at 9 PM, delivering the ultimate ’70s & ’80s rock anthem experience.

🔥 Expect a high-energy, performance-driven show loaded with legendary hits from
Journey, Bon Jovi, Scorpions, Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, Van Halen, KISS, Foreigner — and more!

🎶 Big vocals. Screaming guitars. Non-stop sing-along choruses.
If classic rock runs in your veins, this is your night.

📅 Saturday, March 28
Doors 9 PM
Show 10 PM
📍 Sweeney’s
💸 Cover: $10

Grab your friends, raise your fists, and rock the night away 🤟🔥

🎉 TAILSPIN Live at Sweeney’s – Friday, March 27! 🎉TailSpin returns to Sweeney’s for a full-throttle night of rock, energ...
03/25/2026

🎉 TAILSPIN Live at Sweeney’s – Friday, March 27! 🎉

TailSpin returns to Sweeney’s for a full-throttle night of rock, energy, and pure live music adrenaline. If you’ve seen them before — you already know. If not — this is your chance to experience one of Philly’s most electric live bands up close! 🎸🔥

Expect an incredible mix of powerful vocals, ripping guitars, big drums, and the kind of contagious stage energy that pulls everyone out of their seats. TailSpin brings the songs you love, the crowd vibe you crave, and the party spirit that makes Sweeney’s the best live music spot in Northeast Philly.

So round up your friends, grab a drink, and dive into an unforgettable Friday night. Dance, sing, shout — whatever gets you into the groove. Just don’t miss out. This show is the perfect winter escape and the perfect way to kick off 2026 with real fire.

📍 Sweeney’s Station Saloon
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

🕘 9 PM
💸 $15 Cover

Let’s light up the night — TailSpin style! ⚡🔥

FridayVibes

🐀🔥 ROUND AND ROUND — A Tribute to RATT 🔥🐀Tribute Thursdays at Sweeney’sGet ready for a night of pure ’80s Sunset Strip h...
03/24/2026

🐀🔥 ROUND AND ROUND — A Tribute to RATT 🔥🐀
Tribute Thursdays at Sweeney’s

Get ready for a night of pure ’80s Sunset Strip hard rock.
Round And Round brings the sound, attitude, and energy of RATT back to life — loud guitars, big hooks, and classic anthems that defined an era.

From Round and Round to Lay It Down and beyond, this is a must-see tribute for fans of real hard rock and glam metal.

📅 Thursday, March 26th
🕖 Doors: 7:00 PM
🎸 Show: 8:00 PM
💵 $10 cover

📍 Sweeney’s
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116

🔥 Why Sweeney’s?
Sweeney’s is Philadelphia’s true rock club — intimate stage, powerful sound, and a real rock atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else.
The band is right in front of you, the energy is real, and the vibe is exactly how rock shows should feel.

🚗 Free parking
🚆 Located right at Somerton Station — easy train ride from Center City
🍔 Great food
🍺 Affordable drinks

🎸 Tribute Thursdays at Sweeney’s bring the best classic rock and metal tributes to Northeast Philly — and this one hits hard.

🔥 Round And Round — A Tribute to RATT
Don’t miss it. See you up front. 🤘

🎸 DINO & The DEMOLITION at Sweeney’s! 🎤Friday, March 21 • 9 PM Get ready for a wild, electric, high-voltage rock night w...
03/21/2026

🎸 DINO & The DEMOLITION at Sweeney’s! 🎤
Friday, March 21 • 9 PM
Get ready for a wild, electric, high-voltage rock night with Dino & The Demolition — featuring the one and only Dino Fregosi, a true Northeast Philly legend. 🤘
Known for his explosive stage presence, unmistakable voice, and larger-than-life personality, Dino brings the kind of raw, unapologetic rock energy that defined the heroes of his youth — wild, bold, loud, chaotic, and unforgettable. This is pure rock & roll spirit in its most authentic form. ⚡🔥
Expect powerhouse guitar, monster vocals, roaring classics, and a band packed with swagger, madness, humor, and passion — the perfect Friday night storm.
And the best part?
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and come celebrate one of Philly’s own — a hometown hero lighting up the stage at the venue built for nights exactly like this.
📍 Sweeney’s Station Saloon
13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
This is going to be a night of memories, mayhem, and true Northeast pride.
Don’t miss it. Dino doesn’t play quiet. 🎸🔥🤘
LiveMusicPhilly

03/19/2026

🎸 COUNTRY NIGHT at Sweeney’s! 🤠

Join us on March 21st for a great evening of live country music featuring Gavin Marengi and Chris Greiner!

📅 March 21
🕕 Show starts at 6:00 PM
🎟 $10 Cover
📍 Sweeney’s – 13639 Philmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a night filled with authentic country vibes, great music, drinks, and good company.

⭐ Bonus: After the country show ends, guests are welcome to stay for a special late-night performance by the legendary Dino Fregosi!

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and get ready for a full night of live music!

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.

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