The Mummers got a chance to strut their stuff again in Philly. The string bands competed Saturday in the 2026 String Band Spectacular at Lincoln Financial Field. This, after windy weather postponed ...

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The Mummers string band competition, which was canceled on New Year's Day because of high winds, has been rescheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, at Lincoln Financial Field. The event will still be ...

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