Franklin Square

National Travel and Tourism Week kicks off TODAY! We are proud to be a part of the #PowerOfTravel and play an essential role in rebuilding our industry and the U.S. economy. Thank you to all of those who have visited Franklin Square and for your continued support! To learn about ways you can support Historic Philadelphia, Inc., visit our website. http://historicphiladelphia.org/donate/ #nttw21... U.S. Travel Association

Today is #NationalPlayOutsideDay! Enjoy the great outdoors and get active with the kids in Franklin Square's seven acres! Come for the Franklin Square Fountain Show, Center City's only mini golf course, the Parx Liberty Carousel, and our playground, named as one of Philly’s best play spaces by Philadelphia Magazine. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/2RxnP4n ... Photo: Jeff Fusco for Historic Philadelphia, Inc.

The Franklin Square Fountain Show is back and ready to impress with its SPECTACULAR dancing water effects and vibrant colored lights choreographed to a selection of one of six songs that rotate: Gonna Fly Now by Bill Conti, Theme from Rocky Beautiful Day by U2 What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong... Motownphilly by Boyz II Men Firework by Katy Perry Under the Sea by Howard Ashman from "The Little Mermaid" COMMENT your favorite song from the list and let us know when you plan on attending! We want to hear from you! Photo by Jeff Fusco for Historic Philadelphia, Inc.

Do you have a personalized brick in Franklin Square? They're great for all ages. Franklin Square’s brick contribution program is a great way to remember the achievements, milestones, and other precious memories of you and your loved ones! For a tax-deductible donation of $100, your brick will be engraved with your personal message and placed around the Historic Franklin Square Fountain.... Proceeds from the Franklin Square Brick program support the maintenance and operation of Franklin Square. Personalize your own brick here: https://4everbricks.com/donors/fs/

The best things are worth waiting for the Franklin Square Fountain Show is BACK! There will be DAILY performances every 30 minutes from 12 p.m. until the Square closes (9 p.m.) The Fountain Show features spectacular dancing water effects and colored lights choreographed to a selection of one of six songs that rotate:... Gonna Fly Now by Bill Conti, Theme from Rocky Beautiful Day by U2 What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong Motownphilly by Boyz II Men Firework by Katy Perry Under the Sea by Howard Ashman from "The Little Mermaid" To see Square hours, click here: http://historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/what-to-see/

It's #EarthDay! Celebrate by enjoying the great outdoors right here in the seven-acre Franklin Square. You can also support Historic Philadelphia, Inc., which maintains Franklin Square, where visitors can enjoy a safe, urban green space, and playground.... Learn more: http://historicphiladelphia.org/donate/

Franklin Square is open for you to enjoy! Don't forget: Winter in Franklin Square presented by Citizens Bank has been extended through the end of February! Enjoy holiday magic for two months longer than ever before! Get more information on our website: http://historicphiladelphia.org//winter-in-franklin-square/ Photo: Jeff Fusco for Historic Philadelphia, Inc.

Happy New Year from us at Franklin Square to you and yours! Quick reminder that the Square is CLOSED today, but we can't wait to make more magical memories with you in 2021. Photo: Elevated Angles (Instagram: @elevated.angles)

The Parx Liberty Carousel is ready to safely take you a spin this winter season! Come experience the all-American carousel while a holiday soundtrack fills the air. Tickets are $3 for ages 3 and up, and children 2 and under are FREE.... Get tickets here: http://historicphiladelphia.org//winter-in-franklin-square/ Photo: Jeff Fusco for Historic Philadelphia, Inc.

Welcome 2021 with Franklin Square! Hear from Daniel Fitzpatrick, president, Citizens Bank Mid-Atlantic Region; see a Fly-Through video of the Square by Nick Lang Media, and then see the virtual ball drop! See our New Year’s Eve schedule below so you know when to tune into our Facebook page!... 5 p.m. Introduction & Craft Videos 5:30 p.m. Dance Lesson: Learn new dance moves with Franklin Square 5:52 p.m. A message from Citizens, Fly-Through video, and New Year’s Countdown Find all of our New Year's Eve videos on our website: http://www.historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/nye/

Anniversaries are one of the most cherished memories. Show your love to the world by customizing a brick in Franklin Square. Get more information: https://4everbricks.com/donors/fs/ ... A brick contribution is a great way to recognize milestones and achievements for loved ones and those you admire. For a tax-deductible donation of $100, your brick will be engraved with your personal message and placed around the Historic Franklin Square Fountain. Proceeds from the Franklin Square Brick program support the maintenance and operation of Franklin Square. Franklin Square is managed and operated by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for Franklin Square’s socially distant Trick-or-Treat Street! We want to share your memories, so post your photos on social media and use the hashtag #FSTrickOrTreat. Don't forget to tag us so we can see it!... Special thanks to Fox Rothschild, LLP and Mars Wrigley/American Heritage Chocolate for their sponsorship of this year’s event!

Learn some new dance moves to help welcome 2021! We may not be able to all gather together in Franklin Square for our traditional Square Drop and Kids Dance Party, but we can still celebrate together! The Franklin Square team and our friends at Citizens invite you to join us to celebrate the end of 2020 and welcome 2021 with crafts, dancing, and a virtual Square Drop, all from the comfort and safety of your home.... Find all of our New Year's Eve videos on our website: http://www.historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/nye/

Winter in Franklin Square presented by Citizens featuring the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show presented by PECO is a must-see this holiday season! Read more from Discover Philadelphia: https://bit.ly/38VMM2u

Visit Franklin Square as the foliage changes colors and the temperatures wind down. We're just as beautiful in the fall as we are all year-round. Enjoy family-friendly attractions like Spooky Mini Golf, the Parx Liberty Carousel, SquareBurger, Franklin Square Fountain shows, and MORE!

Help us ring in 2021 with craft demonstrations you can do at home with items around your house! We may not be able to all gather together in Franklin Square for our traditional Square Drop and Kids Dance Party, but we can still celebrate together! The Franklin Square team and our friends at Citizens invite you to join us to celebrate the end of 2020 and welcome 2021 with crafts, dancing, and a virtual Square Drop, all from the comfort and safety of your home.... See our New Year’s Eve schedule below so you know when to tune into our Facebook page! 5 p.m. Introduction & Craft Videos 5:30 p.m. Dance Lesson: Learn new dance moves with Franklin Square 5:52 p.m. A message from Citizens, Fly-Through video, and New Year’s Countdown Find all of our New Year's Eve videos on our website: http://www.historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/nye/

Experience winter magic in Franklin Square in a NEW WAY! Thank you to Nick Lang Media for taking a Fly-Through Tour of the Square, all decked out for Winter in Franklin Square presented by Citizens Bank featuring the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show presented by PECO. Take a ride on this Fly-Through by Nick Lang Media and then take a trip to Franklin Square! The seven-acre Square has room for safe, socially distanced winter experiences. For guest safety, we have instal...led sanitization stations, social distancing reminders, limited capacities on attractions, and we are following new City of Philadelphia regulations. For more information, visit historicphiladelphia.org.

Did you know? Cescaphe has created an exclusive pop-up venue on the East Lawn of Franklin Square for private events and weddings! Get a sneak peek from CBS Philly here: https://bit.ly/2TiXhny To book a private event at Franklin's View by Cescaphe, visit their website: https://weddings.cescaphe.com/contact/

Mark your calendars for the Franklin Square Virtual New Year's Eve Party, which starts at 5 p.m. TODAY on our Facebook page! The Franklin Square team and our friends at Citizens Bank invite you to join us to welcome 2021 with crafts, dancing, and a virtual Square Drop, all from the comfort and safety of your home. You will also be able to enjoy the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show presented by PECO. See tonight's New Year’s Eve schedule below so you know when to tune i...n! 5 p.m. Introduction & Craft Videos 5:30 p.m. Dance Lesson: Learn new dance moves with Franklin Square 5:52 p.m. A message from Citizens, Fly-Through video by Nick Lang Media, and New Year’s Countdown Find all of our New Year's Eve videos on our website: http://www.historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/nye/

Have you marveled at the Franklin Square Fountain Show lately? Visit your favorite Square to experience free Fountain Show performances every 30 minutes from noon to 2 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Photo: Tiffany J. (Instagram: @niity25)

Visit Franklin Square at 5:30 p..m. TODAY for a socially distant Hanukkah Dreidel Giveaway! Old City Jewish Art Center will give away free dreidels to commemorate the first night of Hanukkah. Find more information on our website: http://historicphiladelphia.org//winter-in-franklin-square/

It’s another packed week of fall outings for Philly families! Visit Franklin Square for a round or two of Spooky Mini Golf, every day in October 6-9PM! Read more from the Inquirer! https://bit.ly/3m9caVT ... Use the code Frightful2020 to get $1 off of your tickets on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays!

Mark your calendars for Trick-or-Treat Street presented by Fox Rothschild! October 24, noon-2 p.m.! Tickets are now available! https://bit.ly/2M266iM The annual Trick-or-Treat in Franklin Square gets a new twist for safe fun. Children can follow the path through Franklin Square to special stops to receive a treat. Candy provided by Mars Wrigley and AMERICAN HERITAGE Chocolate.... FREE for children 12 and under. Advance reservations are required. Walk-up tickets are not available.

Be sure to ‘swing’ by and play Spooky Mini Golf, our scary and seasonal attraction, from 6-9 p.m. every night in October! We recommend visiting during the weekdays. During Fridays in October, you can purchase a Spooky Twosome package and enjoy a round of Spooky Mini Golf AND admission to the Spooky Twilight Tour at the Betsy Ross House as well! Purchase your tickets now https://bit.ly/2Ggw5Tj ... Photo: Solo Mama Strong

Saturdays in October, from 4-5 p.m. the African American Museum in Philadelphia partners with Historic Philadelphia, Inc., and Keepers of the Culture to offer Griot Tale Saturdays. Come back on October 24 and 31 to hear stories from a Griot, an African oral historian that passes on their culture through the practice of storytelling. Perfect for children ages 5-12! https://bit.ly/2M266iM

Franklin Square is closed today (October 16) due to the weather forecast. Those with tickets to attractions, including Spooky Mini Golf, may reschedule by emailing [email protected] with a new date, or we will honor your tickets for another day. We're excited to welcome you back soon!

Come experience the extravagant choreographed water shows of the Franklin Square Fountain! The free shows take place every half hour from noon- 2p.m. and then 6- 9 p.m., at which time the fountain turns pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Photo: @bowiegirl215

Visit Franklin Square with your loved ones!

Fall in love with Franklin Square this fall Join us for Spooky Mini Golf every day in October, 6-9 p.m., rides at the Parx Liberty Carousel, delicious bites and drinks at Square Burger, and Franklin Square Fountain shows, every 30 minutes from 12-2 p.m. and 6-9 p.m! You can even hold your next event in Franklin Square this fall!... For tickets to Square attractions and information on events, visit our website: https://bit.ly/2RxnP4n Photo: Kurtis Frerichs

Join us with the entire family this weekend for Spooky Mini Golf! See miniature versions of iconic Philadelphia landmarks as you putt around the 18-hole mini golf course, which will be decked out in spooky decor! Available October 1-31, seven days a week this year! To help maintain social distancing, we recommend guests to visit on less crowded days Monday through Thursday, to avoid a wait. MAKE A NIGHT OF IT and add Betsy Ross House Spooky Twilight Tours!... Purchase a "Spooky Twosome" package, including admission to the Spooky Twilight Tour at the Betsy Ross House and a round of Mini Golf for $19 adults and $17 for children. For tickets: https://bit.ly/33g4muB

Looking for the perfect venue for your fall events? Look no further than your favorite Square FRANKLIN SQUARE! The Pavilion in Franklin Square is an all-season, climate-controlled building that offers a great option for a party any time of year. Located in Franklin Square along 7th Street next to the all-ages playground with views of the Parx Liberty Carousel.... Plan your next event with us: http://historicphiladelphia.org//parties-and-facility-ren/