Getaway at the Greenhouse returns for its second year from February 1 to February 16, 2020!
Welcome to The Greenhouse, an indoor winter getaway at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center hosted by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Fairmount Park Conservancy in partnership with Constellation Culinary Group.
Beat the winter blues by escaping into this green oasis while enjoying food, drinks, activities for kids including a giant sandbox and more!
*Please check-in strollers upon arrival, or leave them in your vehicle if you drive to the Greenhouse. Strollers cannot be accommodated inside the programmed areas. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
*Please help us reduce waste by bringing your own refillable water bottle. Enjoy complimentary fruit-infused water thanks to Constellation Culinary Group!
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TICKETS
Admission to the Greenhouse is free! However, we strongly recommend reserving a ticket here so that we can communicate about programming and winter weather updates.
- Tickets are limited to 4 per order. Children 5 and under do not require a ticket.
- Please only register for the date you plan to attend.
- For sold out dates you are still welcome to show up and register on-site. Please note that admission is first-come, first-serve as the Horticulture Center has a maximum capacity to ensure everyone's safety.
GETTING THERE
New this year - PHLASH is offering a FREE shuttle service from Center City to the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center every weekend of the Greenhouse from 10am-10pm. It will run every hour and make stops at LOVE Park, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Please Touch Museum and the Horticulture Center. Guests can opt into the text alerts by texting PHLASH to 333-111. More PHLASH info here.
ABOUT THE OFFERINGS
The Horticulture Center’s 20,000-square-foot greenhouse will offer free summer-inspired fun with a variety of family-friendly “rooms” including:
- The Jungle – GAIA*, traveling zoos, kids rock DJ, face painting, balloon artists
- The Beach – Oversized sandbox for an indoor beach escape
- The Midway – Local food truck vendors and cash bar with craft beers, wine, and handcrafted cocktails
- The Lawn – Green grass for lounging and lawn games
*New this year: GAIA– a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram!
Measuring 10 feet in diameter, Gaia features detailed NASA imagery of the Earth’s surface. The artwork provides the opportunity to see our planet on the same scale as astronauts, floating in three dimensions. A specially made surround-sound composition by award-winning composer Dan Jones will play alongside the sculpture.
Getaway at the Greenhouse is picnic-friendly Monday through Friday during the day only. Bring Your Own (BYO) food and non-alcoholic beverages.
THE SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Programming:
12:00pm-4:00pm- Zoo on Wheels: Come join our Zoo on Wheels team and meet animals from all around the globe that rely on the earth and find out more about how the earth relies on them!
Food (11:00am-4:00pm):
- Constellation (starting at 10:00am)
- SoPhie
- Spot Burger Hot Dog Cart
- Okie Dokie Donuts
Food (5:00pm-10:00pm):
- Constellation (starting at 4:00pm))
- Dos Hermanos Tacos
- Vegan Commissary
- Weckerly’s Ice Cream
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2
Hours: 10:00am-7:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Programming
12:00pm-5:00pm- Let’s Rock Recess: Jungle Rock Recess with face painters, a balloon artist, DJ, and giveaways
Food (11:00am- 5:00pm)
- Constellation (10am-7pm)
- Street Food Philly
- Pitruco
- Purposeful Pops
Monday, February 3
Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Programming
11:00am-11:30am: Nature read aloud and activity
2:00-2:30pm: Nature read aloud and activity
Join FarmPhilly for a read aloud series with a focus on the natural world. Children ages 4-8 and their caretakers are invited to come listen to stories about plants, animals, seasons and our food systems and participate in a short hands-on activity following the book.
Food: BYO Picnic
Tuesday, February 4
Hours 9:00am-3:00pm
Programming
11:00am-1:00pm, 106.1 The Breeze: Take a break from your workday to join Valerie Knight and 106.1 The Breeze for a Getaway at the Greenhouse picnic! Bring your lunch and relax with the sounds of 106.1 The Breeze, register to win prizes, and hang out with your favorite morning show host, Val!
Food: BYO Picnic
Wednesday, February 5
Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm
Programming
11:00am-12:30pm- Story Time & Design with Design Philly: Explore the world of architecture + design with little ones at Story Time and Design! Join us for a reading of a creative tale or two, while exploring the building blocks of architecture, design, and our city. Then dive into the design process through fun activities and projects that little ones and their caretakers can take home. A great introduction to the fields of design and create something amazing.
Food (6:00pm – 10:00pm)
- Spot Burger Hot Dog Cart
- QT Vietnamese Sandwich
- Okie Dokie Donuts with Hale & True Cider Co.
Thursday, February 6
Hours 9:00am-10:00pm
Programming
11:00am-12:00pm- Drag Queen Story Time: Join Philly's Drag Queen Brittany Lynn for an hour of stories focusing on different elements of Earth fun dress up time, sing-alongs, arts and crafts-and more!
Food (6:00pm- 10:00pm)
- Street Food Philly
- Dump-n-Roll
- Milk + Sugar
QT Vietnamese Sandwich
Friday, February 7
Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Programming
6:00pm-9:00pm- REC Philly presents DJ Yono Ono
Food (6:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dump-n-Roll
- QT Vietnamese Sandwich
- Dos Hermanos Tacos
- Dre’s Water Ice
Saturday, February 8
Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Programming
12:00pm-4:00pm- PBS Kids Curious George & activities with WHYY: Everyone's favorite chimpanzee Curious George is visiting the Greenhouse at Fairmount Park! Join WHYY at Getaway at the Greenhouse for a meet-and-greet with Curious George, family-friendly activities and book giveaways. WHYY Kids and Family programming is kindly sponsored by PNC Grow Up Great.
*Please check-in strollers upon arrival, or leave them in your vehicle if you drive to the Greenhouse. Strollers cannot be accommodated inside the programmed areas. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Food Partners (11:00am-4:00pm)
- Constellation (starting at 10:00am)
- Pitruco
- Spot Burger Hot Dog Cart
- Weckerly’s Ice Cream
Food (5:00pm-10:00pm)
- Constellation (starting at 4:00pm)
- QT Vietnamese Sandwich
- Dump-n-Roll
- Milk + Sugar
Sunday, February 9
Hours: 10:00am-7:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Programming
12:00-5:00pm- Let’s Rock Recess: Jungle Rock Recess with face painters, a balloon artist, DJ, and giveaways
*Please check-in strollers upon arrival, or leave them in your vehicle if you drive to the Greenhouse. Strollers cannot be accommodated inside the programmed areas. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Food (11:00am-5:00pm)
- Constellation (10am-7pm)
- Dos Hermanos Tacos
- Monte's Rollin' Kitchen
- Okie Dokie Donuts
Monday, February 10
Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Programming
11:00am-11:30am, Nature read aloud and activity
2:00-2:30pm, Nature read aloud and activity
Join FarmPhilly for a read aloud series with a focus on the natural world. Children ages 4-8 and their caretakers are invited to come listen to stories about plants, animals, seasons and our food systems and participate in a short hands-on activity following the book.
Food: BYO Picnic
Tuesday, February 11
Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm
Programming
11:00am-11:45am, Mister John’s Music
12:00pm-12:45pm, Mister John’s Music
Mister John’s Music is pleased to join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and the Fairmount Park Conservancy for Getaway at the Greenhouse! Offering two of their award-winning interactive 45-minute classes, Mister John’s teachers will guide young children and their caregivers through a hands-on musical experience centered around this year’s theme of “Earth.” Expect stories, songs, surprises and a giant Earth beach ball!
Food: BYO Picnic
Wednesday, February 12
Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm
Programming
11:00am-12:30pm, Story time and Design & Design Philly: Explore the world of architecture + design with little ones at Story time and Design! Join us for a reading of a creative tale or two, while exploring the building blocks of architecture, design, and our city. Then dive into the design process through fun activities and projects that little ones and their caretakers can take home. A great introduction to the fields of design and create something amazing.
Food (6:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dump-n-Roll
Thursday, February 13
Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm
Programming
11:00am-12:00pm, Drag Queen Story Time: Earth Day equals Earth YAY!!!Join Philly's Drag Queen Brittany Lynn for an hour of stories focusing on different elements of Earth Day-dress up time, sing-alongs, arts and crafts-and more!
6:00pm-10:00pm: Live music with Antoine and Shawn of Modern Luxe
Food (6:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dos Hermanos Tacos
- Purposeful Pops
Friday, February 14 (Valentine’s Day)
Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Programming:
6:00pm-9:00pm- REC Philly presents DJ Yono Ono (Campground)
6:00pm-10:00pm- Live music with Shawn of Modern Luxe) (Display room)
Food (6:00pm-10:00pm)
- Pitruco
- QT Vietnamese Sandwich
- Milk + Sugar
Saturday, February 15
Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Programming
12:00pm-3:00pm, Elmwood Park Zoo: Come celebrate wildlife and the environment with Elmwood Park Zoo at the Greenhouse of Fairmount Park Horticulture Center! The zoo will be attending from 12-3pm with live animals and an interactive display table for guests to touch and explore.
*Please check-in strollers upon arrival, or leave them in your vehicle if you drive to the Greenhouse. Strollers cannot be accommodated inside the programmed areas. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Food:
11:00am-4:00pm
- Constellation (starting at 10:00am)
- SoPhie
- Many Hands Coffee Company
- Spot Burger Hot Dog Cart
- Purposeful Pops
5:00pm-10:00pm
- Constellation (starting at 4:00pm)
- Street Food Philly
- Weckerly’s Ice Cream
Sunday, February 16
Hours: 10:00am-7:00pm
Philly PHLASH Free Shuttle: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Programming
12:00pm-5:00pm- Let’s Rock Recess: Jungle Rock Recess with face painters, a balloon artist, DJ, and giveaways
*Please check-in strollers upon arrival, or leave them in your vehicle if you drive to the Greenhouse. Strollers cannot be accommodated inside the programmed areas. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Food (11:00am-5:00pm)
- Constellation (starting at 10:00am, going till 7:00pm)
- Monte's Rollin' Kitchen
- Dump-n-Roll
- Dre’s Water Ice
Many Hands Coffee Company
