A practical rainy-day plan for Northeast Philly families: what to expect at Star Park inside Franklin Mills, best times to visit, pricing tips and what to pack.
Philadelphia summers and winters have one thing in common: the weather will cancel your outdoor plans at the worst possible moment. When that happens, families in the Northeast, Bustleton, Somerton and Bensalem head indoors — and Star Park inside Franklin Mills gives kids somewhere to actually burn energy instead of sitting through another screen day.
Weekday mornings right after opening are the quietest — ideal if you have a toddler who gets overwhelmed in a crowd. After 4:00 PM on weekdays and all day Saturday are our busiest windows, which is great if your child wants other kids to run with.
Socks for everyone (required, including adults), a water bottle, and a light layer — kids heat up fast on the climbers. Parents stay free with a paid child, and there is seating with a clear view of the whole play floor.
If rainy days are a pattern in your house, a 10-pack punch card costs less per visit than paying at the door each time. You can buy day passes, punch cards and gift cards for the Philadelphia location online.
Check hours and directions for Star Park Philly, or grab passes online before you go.
