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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

  • Oct
    1
    Playground Pop-up
    9:30 am to 11:00 am
    Anna C. Verna Playground, South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Playground Pop-up

    October 1, 2024
    9:30 am to 11:00 am, 2 hours
    Anna C. Verna Playground, South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Playground Pop-Up Events with Fairmount Park Conservancy.
  • Oct
    1
    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

    October 1, 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.
  • Oct
    2
    Archery at The Lakes
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Archery at The Lakes

    October 2, 2024
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm, 2 hours
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Come out to FREE archery down at The Lakes.  All supplies provided. Ages 8+.  Meet at field #4

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