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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

  • Jul
    17
    Free Family Fishing
    4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
    Boathouse at FDR Park, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Free Family Fishing

    July 17, 2024
    4:00 pm to 6:30 pm, 3 hours
    Boathouse at FDR Park, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Meet Discovery Pathways at the Boathouse.  No fishing license or experience necessary!
  • Jul
    17
    Hayride Nights at Fox Chase Farm
    5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
    Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111, USA

    Hayride Nights at Fox Chase Farm

    July 17, 2024
    5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 3 hours
    Fox Chase Farm, 8500 Pine Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111, USA
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    Hayride Nights at Fox Chase Farm 


    Wednesdays in July 


    W July 17, 24 & 31 


    Join us for a relaxing evening on the #farm with a few games and #crafts while you enjoy the summer evening outdoors with nature and farm animals. BYO snacks, but please help us to keep the farm clean.  


    Parking on Pine Road. NO Parking on Farm. Please keep pets at home. Hayride line closes at 7:30 p.m. No exceptions. 

  • Jul
    17
    Friends of Kahn Park Summer Concert Series
    7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
    Kahn Park, 1101 Pine St., Philadelphia, PA, 19147

    Friends of Kahn Park Summer Concert Series

    July 17, 2024
    7:30 pm to 9:30 pm, 2 hours
    Kahn Park, 1101 Pine St., Philadelphia, PA, 19147
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    The Friends of Louis I. Kahn Park invite you to attend their FREE Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights. The rain date will be Thursday. 

    Come enjoy Brazilian Music performed by Ensemble Novo. There will be raffle tickets and art provided by Matt Palin. 

    See Facebook for more information. 

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