Based on the theme "More PARK More PLAY," the Oval+ has taken over much more than Eakins Oval this year.
In response to public feedback, the Oval+ has expanded its borders, stretching from Eakins Oval along the outer lanes of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the intersection of 20th Street near the Barnes Foundation. It's not hard to miss – just look for the 56,000-sq. ft. ground mural created and installed by Mural Arts Philadelphia with the design and illustration studio, The Heads of State.
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The Oval+ will have many family-friendly features, including an 800-sq. ft. misting pavilion appropriately named, "Mr. Mister," an 800-sq. ft. sandbox, a pyramid of multi-tiered seating and an almost-hypnotizing ribbon pavilion that casts shadows throughout the shaded lounge space as it blows in the wind.
The Oval+ will also have a rotating line-up of food trucks visiting the space, serving both meal and dessert options, in addition to Eakins Tavern, the outdoor beer garden that will serve adult beverages and food throughout the day.
The space is open to the public Wednesdays though Sundays, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., July 20 through Aug. 19. The opening night will include performances by the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts. More information can be found here.