Philly Hosting Two 76ers Playoff Watch Parties Saturday

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers are about to enter the first round of the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors. And the city is teaming up with VISIT PHILADELPHIA, the Philadelphia 76ers, and Comcast NBCUniversal to host a watch party.

The Phila Unite: Philadelphia 76ers Community Watch Party will be held Saturday, April 27 in two locations — LOVE Park in Center City Philadelphia at 15th and Arch streets, and Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center at 2551 N. 22nd St.

The parties will begin ahead of the 7:30 p.m. tip off time.

At LOVE Park, fans are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. The game will be streamed on an outdoor LED screen.

Entertainment at LOVE Park will include 76ers mascot Franklin and the Sixers Stixers, and guests can purchase food from various food trucks that will be on site for the event. Both locations will have DJs.

At the Cecil B. Moore Recreation Center, doors open at 6:30 p.m. The venue can accommodate the first 150 people in line, so guests are encouraged to arrive early. Seating will be provided.

"Philadelphia has the best sports fans in the world, and I’m happy that the City, VISIT PHILADELPHIA, the 76ers, and Comcast NBCUniversal are coming together to host watch parties," said Mayor Jim Kenney. "I know the 76ers will continue to make us proud in the playoffs, and I look forward to cheering them on with fellow Philadelphians this weekend."

"Phila Unite is not just the 76ers slogan, it's what they get us to do each time they show heart on the court," said Jeff Guaracino, president and CEO of VISIT PHILADELPHIA. "We love how the team embraces Philly history, and we're happy to co-host parties in Center City and North Philadelphia, where residents and visitors can come together to share in the fun and excitement of the game."