PHILADELPHIA, PA - The Philadelphia Phoenix of the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) has partnered with The Franklin Institute (TFI), Pennsylvania’s most visited museum, to present a series of fun activities this summer, including "TFI’s Science Night with the Phoenix" when the Montreal Royal come to town on Friday, June 21.
“We are thrilled to be working with one of the premier science museums not just in our city but in the country,” said Phoenix Fun Czar and investor Johnny Goodtimes, “And we are looking forward to launching some amazing events with them.”
Upcoming events include a Memorial Day Weekend clinic at The Franklin Institute with Phoenix players, a video series featuring TFI’s science presenters demonstrating the aerodynamics of the frisbee, and a Halftime Spectacular show during “Science Night” at the game on June 21.
“The Franklin Institute is dedicated to creating memorable experiences that inspire a passion for learning about science and technology,” said Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute. “Our collaboration with the Phoenix allows us to engage with ultimate frisbee enthusiasts and offer additional fun and educational events for the community."
Tickets are on sale now for all Phoenix home games. The “Science Night” game on Friday, June 21 will take place at Neumann University, where gates will open at 6:00 p.m. ET, and the game will start at 7:00 p.m. ET. It is one of five home games the city’s pro men’s ultimate team will host at Neumann this spring and summer, with a sixth home game at Drexel University. To purchase tickets to any of the games, go here.
About The Franklin Institute
Located in the heart of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute is a renowned and innovative leader in the field of science and technology learning, as well as a dynamic center of activity. Pennsylvania’s most visited museum, it is dedicated to creating a passion for learning about science by offering access to hands-on science education. For more information, visit www.fi.edu.
About the Philadelphia Phoenix
The Philadelphia Phoenix is a professional ultimate team and member of the Ultimate Frisbee Association; the premier professional ultimate frisbee league in North America, with 24 teams across the United States and Canada. The Phoenix were founded in 2013. For more information about the 2024 Philadelphia Phoenix, follow us on Instagram at @PHL_Phoenix.
