The War on Drugs to Revive A Drugcember To Remember Benefit Concerts

The War on Drugs, photo by Dominic East

The War on Drugs have heralded the return of their A Drugcember To Remember benefit concerts. After three years away, the cherished hometown holiday tradition will return to Johnny Brenda’s in Philadelphia from Dec. 18-20. The revered indie-rock outfit will deliver three shows at the 250-cap underground landmark, with all proceeds directly benefiting The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia.

The War on Drugs debuted A Drugcember to Remember in 2018, following the release of their triumphant fourth studio album A Deeper Understanding, and the annual festivities have earned acclaim for the caliber and closeness of the performances. This year’s presentation will be the band’s first since 2022, as well as their only headline shows of 2025. As always, ticket price will go towards the official nonprofit arm of the School District of Philadelphia and its efforts to connect philanthropic giving with academic achievement in Philadelphia’s public schools.

Bandleader Adam Granduciel shared: “Another Drugcember To Remember! This has been a year end highlight for me since we started doing it in 2018. Three rock shows at our old local hangout benefitting the Philadelphia school system. This band wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for the vibrant Philadelphia community that has supported us since the beginning and we are very grateful for it.”

Tickets for A Drugcember to Remember are available now. Learn more at thewarondrugs.net/tour 

Donate to The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia here.