The front exterior of the Betsy Ross House on a sunny day, with the American Flag hanging from the second story window
Daily
Betsy Ross House Tours
The Betsy Ross House, the birthplace of the American flag, is alive with the sights and sounds of the 18th century.
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Thursdays - Sundays
The Garden at City Tavern
Colonial Philadelphia's central meeting place is reintroduced for the Semiquincentennial!
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Saturdays in 2026
52 Weeks of Firsts
Celebrate America's 250th in the city of firsts!
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The Franklin Square fountain glowing pink and purple at night during the fountain show
April 18 - October 31
Franklin Square Fountain Show
Spectacular dancing water effects and colored lights choreographed to music!
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Two young riders enjoying a ride on the Parx Liberty Carousel in Franklin Square
Daily
Parx Liberty Carousel
Center City's only carousel features a zebra, a lion, an eagle, a dragon, and more!
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Photo of a father and daughter on the Spooky Mini Golf Course in Franklin Square.
October 1 - November 1
Spooky Mini Golf
Philly Mini Golf is putting on its Halloween costume!
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Weekly
Tai Chi in the Square
Practice Tai Chi at Franklin Square!
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April 8 - October 21, 2026, Every other week
Storytime in the Square
Join Ms. Chen from Independence Library for Storytime in the Square!
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A photo of Franklin Square's seasonal Pumpkin Patch.
October 17
Pumpkin Patch
Bring your child to pick a pumpkin out of Franklin Square's Pumpkin Patch!
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