Kids' New Year's Eve Countdown at Franklin Square

Celebrate the end of 2012 and ring in 2013 with music and crafts in Franklin Square. Stick around for the countdown to the Square Drop and fireworks at Penn’s Landing at 6 pm. (sponsored by Adventure Aquarium)

Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares. Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and the acclaimed SquareBurger, with offerings from STARR Restaurants. After a day of experiencing the treasures of Philadelphia’s history, putt through some of the city’s most famous icons, take a ride on hometown racehorse heroes Afleet Alex or Smarty Jones aboard the carousel, enjoy a rest next to the refreshing fountain, and dine on the finest burgers and shakes in town. Awarded Best of Philly® two Philadelphia Magazine and one of the Five Coolest Playgrounds in the United States.