The Piazza at Schmidt’s

Since the days of William Penn, Philadelphia’s five original squares have been prized places to rest and relax outside.

And now, the Piazza at Schmidt’s — affectionately designed and named after Rome’s famous piazzas — is giving Philadelphians and our visitors a new place to hang out outside.

Located in Northern Liberties, the Piazza at Schmidt’s is a beautifully landscaped, 80,000 square-foot, open-air plaza with free events year-round, surrounded by three new buildings including 35 artists’ studios and boutiques and four new restaurants.

Viewing Parties at the Piazza

The new Piazza, with a 800 square-foot stage and a high-definition, 400+ square-foot Daktoniks LED screen, will be a hive of activity all year long with free festivals, concerts, dance performances and live broadcasts of sporting events.

You can expect to catch lots of Phillies games on the screen throughout the summer.

Dining and Shopping

While alcohol is prohibited within the Piazza itself, several surrounding restaurants and bars give you plenty of opportunities to get a drink or two.

Surrounding the Piazza are four new restaurants: Darling’s Diner, a funky 1950’s style diner; Apollinare, an Italian wine bar with pizza and pasta; The Swift Half, a gastropub by the owners of The Good Dog; and P.Y.T. bar and lounge.

Some of the 35 artisans and boutiques surrounding The Piazza include: Millesime+, a fashion and home design boutique; Toothless Cat Gallery, with underground, tattoo and pop surrealist art; Pressed 55, a letterpress gallery and shop; Vive 1977, selling punk rock-esque wares.

Events

The Piazza hosts free events just about daily. Visit their Events Calendar and join in the fun.