Brace yourselves, Philly! The beloved Oval pop-up park is making a comeback this summer, transforming the stretch in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art into an urban oasis. According to the City of Philadelphia's official announcement, this explosion of outdoor fun and culture is set to launch on July 11, 2024, extending your recreational possibilities for seven joyous weekends through August 25, 2024.
Stretching across eight acres on the iconic Benjamin Franklin Parkway, The Oval is where the city's heartbeat is synced with a variety of family-friendly attractions. Visitors can expect to kick back in a beer garden courtesy of Libertee Grounds, feast on assortments from roaming food trucks, or hop into Libertee Grounds’ own pop-up kitchen. There's a Philly-themed mini-golf for the competitive spirit in you, and a ground mural by Felix St. Fort in collaboration with Mural Arts Philadelphia for your visual senses, feast your eyes and unleash your inner art critic – and that's just the tip of the iceberg.
Weekends at The Oval are dotted with cultural performances on Fridays and head-bopping music concerts curated by SNACKTIME on Saturdays. Bring the kids for some family-focused fun on Sundays and if you're feeling brainy, there's Quizzo to test your knowledge. But if none of that tickles your fancy, what about wellness and fitness activities? They just might do the trick by getting your blood pumping.
The park will operate on Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., and extend its hours on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. If you're planning a visit on a Saturday, you can enjoy the festivities from Noon until 11 p.m., and if Sunday is your day of choice, then Noon to 9 p.m. is your window of opportunity. For further details on this urban summer staple, get all the information you need on the official City of Philadelphia website.
So, Philadelphians, clear your calendars and make room for some good old-fashioned outdoor enjoyment. It's time to celebrate summer in the city as The Oval returns, bringing with it a playground of possibilities for every age and taste, all set against the backdrop of one of Philly’s most picturesque locations.
