Smith Memorial Playground’s Play-A-Palooza is Back With Activities, Giveaways, and More and It’s Free to Attend
Spring is in the air, and Smith Memorial Playground is thrilled to announce the kickoff of this season’s outdoor fun with our annual Play-A-Palooza event. Join us on Saturday, April 6, from 10am to 2pm, for a day filled with joy and FREE play, spread out over our vast 6.5-acre area in East Fairmount Park. Post-event, we’re excited to offer extended playground hours—up until 6 pm on weekdays and 7 pm on weekends—to accommodate the anticipated longer, sun-filled days. Attendees can look forward to diving into an array of activities including games, music, crafting, playground fun, snacks and drinks, plus a host of giveaways, all amidst the full scope of our play equipment. Play-A-Palooza 2024 wouldn’t be possible without our amazing partners:
– Philadelphia Museum of Art
– The Franklin Institute’s PACTS program
– Give and Go Athletics
– Tree House Books
– Fab Youth Philly
– Cayaba Care
– A.J. Drexel Autism Institute
– Parent Child +
– Cirkul
– Impact Services
– Department of Public Health
– Shared Food Program
– Herr’s
– Dunkin Community Cruiser
– Vetri Community Partnership
Admission to this heartwarming event is completely free. While walk-ins are welcome, we encourage you to pre-register to ensure your spot. Grab your free tickets now by visiting https://smithplayground.
Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse, nestled in the heart of Philadelphia’s East Fairmount Park, has been a beacon of joy and free play since its establishment in 1899. Serving guests from over 500 zip codes, including all of Philadelphia, Smith Memorial Playground continues to champion the cause of offering unstructured play opportunities for children. Our commitment shines through our efforts in ensuring free family admission, collaborating with community organizations for wide-reaching impact, and advocating for the well-being, familial strength, and community safety.
