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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation

Protecting over 10,200 acres of public land and waterways, and managing hundreds of recreation, environmental, and cultural centers.

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation

What we do

Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, each other, and fun things to do and see.

Our dedicated staff help manage:

  • Parks, rec centers, playgrounds, and pools.
  • Permits for picnics, sports fields, and important venues.
  • Creative and inclusive programs.
  • Signature city events and important historic and cultural sites.
  • Trees in parks and along the public right of way.
  • Capital and natural lands projects.
  • Recreation paths, trails, and boat launches.
  • Community gardens, farms, and orchards.
  • Special venues such as:
    • Environmental education centers.
    • The Dell Music Center.
    • Ice skating rinks and golf courses.

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Address
1515 Arch Street
10th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email parksandrecreation@phila.gov
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Events

  • Jun
    30
    RiverFest
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm
    Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114, USA

    RiverFest

    June 30, 2024
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm, 5 hours
    Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114, USA
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    Organized by Glen Foerd and their partners: Riverfront North, The Block Gives Back, Tacony Lab Community Art Center, and the Pennypack Environmental Center. Enjoy a day of family fun! Come explore the water on a kayak, canoe, or row a boat for free. Come decorate and fly kites. Grab a bit to eat from the food truck. Shop wares from local artists. Learn about bees and make arts and crafts. Register for this free event.
  • Jun
    30
    Music Mornings with Noteworthy
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm
    1000 Block of Carpenter St, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19147

    Music Mornings with Noteworthy

    June 30, 2024
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 3 hours
    1000 Block of Carpenter St, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19147
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    Participants of all ages are invited to explore a capella singing in a participatory workshop.We provide sheet music and lyrics. Our team will lead you through vocal exercises and group singing. https://www.facebook.com/events/821490442786434/
  • Jul
    2
    Not Just Jazz at FDR Park
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    1500 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Not Just Jazz at FDR Park

    July 2, 2024
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 2 hours
    1500 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Not Just Jazz at FDR Park Enjoy free Jazz music at the gazebo. There will be food trucks and other vendors. Please bring your own blanket or chair.  Presented by the Friends of FDR Park and Jazz and Other Soulful Sounds (JOTSS), curated by Lorraine Yarborough.

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