Best Philadelphia Parks for Birthday Parties

7/7/23 - By Cait Sumner

When the weather is beautiful, there's nothing better than an outdoor event. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, graduation, or another special occasion, there are plenty of beautiful nearby parks that are perfect for hosting celebrations. Our local parks and playgrounds are some of the simplest places to host a summer birthday bash, so if you're looking for an easy way to gather the family to celebrate, try one of these parks! 

For more park fun, check out our Parks and Playground Guide, or head over to our Pools and Spray Parks Guide to beat the heat this summer. 

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Philadelphia

Smith Memorial Playground

A party at Smith is just right for summer! Birthday kids enjoy a free t-shirt and birthday crown. When booking your party, you can choose from one of the playhouse's party rooms or outdoor porches. Kids will love roaming around on the 6.5 acre playground and sliding down the giant slide.

Franklin Square

Rent the pavilion at Franklin Square where kids can enjoy mini golf, unlimited carousel rides, and playground access. Outside food is not permitted, but the facility offers a helpful catering list, or guests can enjoy burgers from Square Burger.

Liberty Lands

Rent a picnic table in the small, community run park in Northern Liberties. The park has a vast green space, two large playgrounds, and a stage.

Best Philadelphia Parks for Birthday Parties: Central Perkiomen Valley Park Pavillion
Rent the pavilion at Central Perkiomen Valley Park for a full or half-day birthday party. 

Montgomery County

Green Lane Park

Green Lane Park has two pavilions available for full day or half day rental: Morrow Pavilion and Deep Creek Stone Pavilion. Both facilities include plenty of picnic tables and grills. Morrow offers horseshoe pits and a nearby sand volleyball pit, while Deep Creek Stone is close to the park's playground.

Central Perkiomen Valley Park

This park has a picnic pavilion that can be rented for half a day or all day. Amenities include picnic tables, charcoal grills, a playground, a volleyball net, and a horseshoe pit.

Lorimer Park

Rent the enclosed pavilion at Lorimer Park for a rain or shine event. Located in Abington Township, this indoor pavilion involutes picnic tables and a fireplace. Call to make reservations.

Fort Washington State Park

Two picnic pavilions are available for rent in Fort Washington State Park. Large play fields are available nearby. Pavilions are available to rent online or on a first-come first-serve basis if unreserved. This park is a carry-in/carry-out trash disposal area, so you will have to take all of your trash with you.

Best Philadelphia Parks for Birthday Parties: Ridley Creek State Park
Celebrate a special birthday in beautiful Ridley Creek State Park.

Delaware County

Clayton Park

Book one of the 11 picnic pavilions in the largest park in Delaware County. Spread out over 170 acres, this park features a nine-hole golf course as well as soccer and baseball fields.

Catania Park

This popular park has shaded pavilion areas available for private events. Volleyball and tennis courts are open to the public.

Ridley Creek State Park

Book online reservations for one of the pavilions in beautiful Ridley Creek State Park. Each area has charcoal grills and picnic tables and several areas offer nearby fields for play. Pavilions can be reserved in advance or are available on a first-come first-serve basis if unreserved.

Best Philadelphia Parks for Birthday Parties: boating activities at Core Creek Park.
Birthday kids can take to the water at Core Creek Park.

Bucks County

Core Creek Park

Located on 1,200 acres surrounding a beautiful lake, Core Creek Park offers boating, hiking trails, playgrounds, and more. Shaded pavilions are available to rent through the Buck's County Parks and Recreation website.

Lake Towhee Park

This park is located in Haycock Township and offers boating, hiking, and a nature area for your little explorers. Shaded picnic areas are available for rent through Buck County's website.

Peace Valley Park 

Peace Valley Park offers picnic areas and is another Bucks County Park with a lake and daily boat, canoe, or kayak rentals on-site. The park has walkways and bike paths, and a nature center.

Chester County

Hibernia County Park

Hibernia County Park offers four small pavilions and one large pavilion. Reservations are required and can be made online or over the phone.

Nottingham County Park

Nine pavilions are available for rental year-round at Nottingham County Park. Reservations are required.

Warwick County Park

Located in Pottstown, this park has two small and one large pavilion available for rental year-round. Reservations required.

Photos courtesy of the parks and playgrounds

This article was updated in June 2023.

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