*Please note, Smith is currently closed to the public through at least April 17 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and our programs and events are postponed during this time period. However, our staff is still hard at work and planning future programming at Smith. Feel free to contact us with any questions!
Love Your Park Spring Service Day at Smith (Free with Registration)
Saturday, May 9, 2020 | 10am-2pm
Show your love for Smith and Fairmount Park by volunteering on the Playground for the Love Your Park Spring Service Day. Adults and family volunteers welcome. Registration details coming soon!
Kidchella Music Festival (Annual Ticketed Event)
Friday, June 12 | 4-7:30pm
Friday, July 10 | 4-7:30pm
Friday, August 7 | 4-7:30pm
Each summer, Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse hosts the Kidchella Music Festival in its 6 1/2 acre Playground. The 3-concert festival features six nationally acclaimed Children’s Music artists each summer as well as local youth performers, arts activities, giveways, and more!
Advance tickets coming soon!
Member-Only Nights (Current Members Only, Free)
Friday, June 19 | 6-8pm
Friday, July 17 | 6-8pm
Friday, August 21 | 6-8pm
Did you know that Smith members enjoy exclusive access to the Playground each month during the Summer as well as other perks including free or discounted admission to special events and discounts on birthday party rentals? Learn more about membership and look out for our Summer Member-Only Night RSVP link soon!
First Annual Slide-A-Thon (Fundraiser Event)
Saturday, July 25, 2020
Play-A-Palooza (Annual Ticketed Event)
Saturday, September 12 | 12-4pm
Due to the City of Philadelphia’s 30-day event ban, effective March 12, in response to the spread of COVID-19, Smith’s Play-A-Palooza Playground season kickoff celebration Play-A-Palooza is rescheduled to the Fall! Smith will reach out directly to ticket holders to give them the option of holding their ticket or getting a refund.
Party in the Playground (Ticketed Fundraiser Event)
Saturday, September 26 | Time TBC
Join us for our annual celebration to support Smith’s general operations and be one of the first to see the newly renovated Playhouse! More details coming soon.
Healthy Halloween (Annual Ticketed Event)
Saturday, October 31 | 11am-3pm
Join us for our annual Healthy Halloween celebration on the last Saturday in October! Families are welcome to come in costume and enjoy nature play, messy arts activities, healthy treats, and other family fun in the 6 ½ acre Playground! Look out for advance ticket sales in the Summer.
Winter Wonderland (Annual Ticketed Event)
Saturday, December 5 | 10am-12pm
Join us for our annual Winter Wonderland celebration on the second Saturday in December for a festive morning of family-friendly festivities that include s’mores roasting, hot cocoa, crafts, and more! Look out for advance ticket sales in the Fall.
NOON Year’s Eve (Free)
Friday, December 31 | 10am-1pm
Join us for a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with special crafts and a countdown to noon at the Giant Wooden Slide!
Free Programs at Smith
Learn More
If you have questions about any of the events or programs at Smith, contact us at info@smithplayground.org or call 215-765-4325.