An Evening In Franklin Square
Historic Philadelphia Inc.'s annual fundraiser, An Evening in Franklin Square, is also the exclusive preview of the 2026 Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival!
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival returns June 5!
Franklin Square Fountain Show
Spectacular dancing water effects and colored lights choreographed to music!
The Franklin Square fountain glowing pink and purple at night during the fountain show
Parx Liberty Carousel
Center City's only carousel features a zebra, a lion, an eagle, a dragon, and more!
Two young riders enjoying a ride on the Parx Liberty Carousel in Franklin Square
Philly Mini Golf
Center City's ONLY 18-hole miniature golf course is designed after favorite Philly landmarks.
A boy putts a golf ball into a replica of the Liberty Bell on the Philly Mini Golf course at Franklin Square
Tai Chi in the Square
Practice Tai Chi at Franklin Square!
Franklin Square Play Days with YoYo
Bring your children and enjoy Franklin Square's Play Day!
Hop-A-Long Trail
Collect candy down Franklin Square's Hop-A-Long Trail!
Storytime in the Square
Join Ms. Chen from Independence Library for Storytime in the Square!
The Rendell Family Fountain at Franklin Square
As the centerpiece of Franklin Square, the Rendell Family Fountain has become the place for guests to meet up at the park.
Governor Ed Rendell and family at the dedication ceremony for the Rendell Family Fountain at Franklin Square

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Presenting & Square Derby Sponsor

Garden Sponsor

Carousel Sponsors

Fountain Sponsors

  • In Memory of Jerry Segal – The Ernst Family
  • Children’s Village
  • En Route Marketing
  • Octo Design Group
  • Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association
  • Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau
  • PNC Bank

Green Sponsors

  • Citizens Bank
  • IGT
  • Meryl Levitz
  • Michael Okenquist
  • Perfect Communications
  • Philly Temps
  • Visit Philadelphia

Playground Patrons

  • Katie Binnion
  • Dan Bosin
  • Jo Ann Bongart
  • Karen and Chip Butler
  • Gene and Patricia Castellano
  • Ian and Marci Comisky
  • Paul Decker
  • Fulton Bank
  • Mary Graham
  • Joshua Grimes
  • Sheila Hess
  • Mary Jenkins
  • Sim Loh
  • Brett Mapp
  • Joseph Perna
  • Jennifer Schwartz
  • Joseph Tredinnick
  • Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau
  • WHYY
  • Hon. Joshua Wolson and Stephanie
  • Richard Zimmerman

The official registration and financial information of Historic Philadelphia, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

Proceeds of this event support Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s programming and operations in Franklin Square. Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is a Pennsylvania charitable organization.