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Thursday, July 11 - Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024

The Oval 2024

Experience eight acres of fun on the Parkway! The Oval features food, drinks, games, and activities for the whole family.

Official event information

When

Thursday, July 11 - Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024

Where

Eakins Oval
2451 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130

The Oval is back in 2024! This year, we’re celebrating the Benjamin Franklin Parkway’s future as Philadelphia’s central park.

The Oval is the number one spot to hang out this summer in Philadelphia. It’s always family-friendly with activities for all. This lively gathering place welcomes locals and visitors alike to:

  • Relax in the beer garden.
  • Dine at a selection of food trucks and the Libertee Grounds mobile kitchen.
  • Play a round of all-ages mini golf.
  • Join group wellness and fitness activities.
  • Enjoy cultural performances and movies on Fridays.
  • Dance with your friends at concerts curated by local band SNACKTIME on Saturdays.
  • Bring the kids to family-friendly activities on Sundays.
  • Test your trivia knowledge at Quizzo on Sundays.
  • Explore marketplaces and family festivals on select Saturdays and Sundays.

Check the calendar of events and the 2024 Oval Guide for more details. Activities are updated regularly.

Hours

The Oval is open Thursdays through Sundays, from July 11 through August 25. Hours vary depending on the day of the week:

  • Thursdays: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Fridays: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Saturdays: Noon to 11 p.m.
  • Sundays: Noon to 9 p.m.

All programs are outdoors and may be cancelled during inclement weather. Check the calendar of events and The Oval’s Instagram for the most up-to-date information.

Events

There are no upcoming events.

Partners

The Oval is presented in partnership by:

  • Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
  • The Parkway Council

Sponsors

  • AIR Communities
  • Association for Public Art​
  • The Barnes Foundation​
  • Collaborative Cataloging Japan​
  • Econsult Solutions
  • Greene Towne Montessori School​
  • Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia
  • La Cabra Brewing

  • Libertee Grounds
  • Mural Arts
  • Park Towne Place Museum District Residences
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art​
  • Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy
  • Prudent Management Solutions
  • SNACKTIME
  • Visit Philadelphia


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