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Franklin Square Season Opening Day
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Celebrate the arrival of spring at Franklin Square’s Season Opening Day! Join us for a day filled with family-friendly fun, fresh air, and festive activities in one of Philadelphia’s original green spaces.

What’s Happening
  • Franklin Square Fountain Show: Watch the spectacular Rendell Family Fountain dance to music in a stunning water and light show.
  • Franklin Square Attractions: Enjoy Philly Mini Golf and the Parx Liberty Carousel—perfect for kids and adults alike! Free carousel rides for the first 100 guests. Tickets required for Philly Mini Golf and the Parx Liberty Carousel
  • Earth Day Activities: Celebrate nature with eco-friendly crafts.
  • GO With YOYO: YOYO is a nationally certified fitness professional whose passion is creating playful, high-energy, exciting programs, videos, music, and books for kids!
  • Raptor Jawns: Meet a majestic red-tailed hawk and an adorable Eastern screech owl, learn about each bird’s individual and natural history, and get to experience the delight of seeing these incredible predators up close.
  • Recycling games and relays with the Philadelphia Office of Recycling

Kick off the season and make lasting memories at this fun, free event in the heart of Historic Philadelphia.

Pricing

FREE

Philly Mini Golf Tickets

Parx Liberty Carousel Tickets

Hours

Saturday, April 18

11am – 1pm

Location

200 N 6th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Betsy Ross House
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Franklin Square
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  • Support
  • Capital Improvements
Philly Mini Golf
Carousel Tickets
Once Upon A Nation
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