Indeed, October offers plenty to do in Philadelphia. Specifically, if you’re looking for things to do with kids during spooky season, you won’t want to miss this new installation in Center City. Now until October 27th, 2024 Dilworth Plaza will transform in a family-friendly maze extravaganza. Notably, Maze Days will include something for everyone with special activations each day.
Maze Days
Experience fall on the farm without leaving the city as Dilworth Park’s Albert M. Greenfield Lawn transforms into a hay maze! Officially opened to the public on Thursday, October 17, this free-to-enjoy attraction will remain open through Sunday, October 27.
Straightaway, kids will fall in love with the giant maze. Specifically, Maze Days, features a series of events that includes children’s story time, live pumpkin carving, and more. Then, on Saturdays, October 19 and 26, expect a day-long schedule of activities, including music, fresh apple cider making, a stein-hoisting contest hosted by Broad Street Brewing, Not So Silent Cinema and trivia with prizes.
Lastly, for adults 21+ and over, enjoy special happy-hour themes and nights to get your spirits in the spirit. Also, for singles in the city, there’s something for you too.
What to expect
Indeed, this is fun for the entire family. Important to note, the full schedule is as follows:
- Thursday, October 17
11 a.m.: Hay Maze opens
- Friday, October 18
12 p.m.– 6 p.m.: Fall Market
- Saturday, October 19
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Fall Market
12:45 p.m.: Fresh apple cider making (while supplies last)
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Live music from Vibe-A-Delphia
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Maker’s Mark Activation
3 p.m.- 4 p.m.: Philly Goat Project
3 p.m.- 5 p.m.: DJ Adub
- Sunday, October 20
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Fall Market
- Tuesday, October 22
10:30 a.m.: Story time in the Maze
- Wednesday, October 23
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.: Professional pumpkin carving
5 p.m.- 7 p.m.: Yappy Hour with DJ Adub
- Thursday, October 24
5 p.m.- 7 p.m.: Singles Night with DJ Adub
- Friday, October 25 –
5 p.m.- 7 p.m.: Haunted Happy Hour with DJ Adub
- Saturday, October 26
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.: Playlist
1 p.m.– 1:45 p.m.: Temple Pep Band
1 p.m.– 2 p.m.: Temple Athletics Activation
2 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.: Stein-hoisting contest
3:30 p.m.– 4:20 p.m: Magic Show
4:45 p.m.– 6 p.m.: Trivia
6:30 p.m.: Not So Silent Cinema Film, Nosferatu
Plan your visit
Firstly, enjoy story time for children, a seasonal beer garden, live music, a hay maze on the Albert M. Greenfield Lawn, and more in historic City Hall. Secondly, this exciting activation is taking place everyday at Dilworth Plaza. Not only are there special visuals for children, but also things to do for grown-ups to get in on the fun.
Lastly, this event is free and open to the public. However, food and drink options are available for purchase.
Moreover, we recommend planning your visit by utilizing ride share apps or pre-paying for parking at one of the nearby parking lots.
Important to note, have fun!