Visiting Smith
Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse offers a free, safe place to play for children (recommended for ages 12 and younger). The 6 1/2 acre Playground includes the historic Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide and more than 50 pieces of unique, age-appropriate and accessible pieces of play equipment. The 16,000 square foot Playhouse, currently under construction, provides additional unique indoor play spaces and will reopen to the public in 2021. Children visiting Smith must be accompanied by an adult, and adults must be accompanied by a child.
Closings
2020 Holiday Closings
- New Year’s Day (Wednesday, January 1)
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Monday, January 20)
- President’s Day (Monday, February 17)
- Memorial Day (Monday, May 25)
- Labor Day (Monday, September 7)
- Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 25)
- Christmas Eve (Thursday, December 24)
- Christmas Day (Friday, December 25)
Weather
Smith reserves the right to close the Playground or Playhouse in the event of inclement weather, including rain, snow, excessive heat, etc.
In the event of inclement weather, Smith will update the home page of this site, Facebook, and Twitter if closed.
Groups
Smith requires advanced reservations for groups of 11 or more children. For information on visiting Smith with a group please see our Parties, Field Trips and Rentals page.
Annual Events
Free or discounted household admission for Smith members and ACCESS card holders.
Play- A- Palooza (free)
Kidchella Music Festival (half-price)
Healthy Halloween (free)
Winter Wonderland (free)
Event Details & Tickets
* Note: Is there another Smith Playground? Yes! While not a satellite playground to our Smith there is a playground and rec center in South Philadelphia by the same name. South Philadelphia’s Smith is currently seeing a rejuvenation. Please see their facebook for more details!
