Looking for something fun to do this week? Philadelphia Parks & Recreation has something for everyone – from outdoor movie nights to salsa and bachata dance parties. Check out these upcoming events brought to you by our staff and partners:
Life under and in a log
August 29, 2023
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Wissahickon Environmental Center – 300 W. Northwestern Avenue, 19118.
Get dirty and look for animals and insects that live under logs and in piles of leaves. Learn about decomposition, and how it helps return nutrients to the soil. Read more on Facebook.
Women’s equality hike and campfire
August 29, 2023
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pennypack Environmental Center – 8600a Verree Road, 19115.
Celebrate Women’s Equality Day. The environmental center welcomes all those who identify as a woman to this special event. Enjoy a hike. Then gather around the campfire for a chat. Register at Eventbrite.
Kids’ tie dye party
August 30, 2023
4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Glen Foerd – 5001 Grant Avenue, 19114.
Wrap up your summer with a tie dye party. Bring your own shirts, socks, leggings, and headbands for some colorful tie dye fun. Learn more and buy tickets now.
Parks on tap
August 30, 2023
4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Penn Treaty Park – 1301 N. Beach Street, 19125.
Philadelphia’s pop-up beer garden that gives back to parks has returned for the 2023 season. The proceeds benefit the maintenance of Philadelphia’s parks. Attendees can enjoy local beers on tap, wine, and cocktails. There will also be non-alcoholic beverages and food available for sale. Learn more about Parks on Tap.
Butterfly walk and talk
August 31, 2023
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Pennypack Environmental Center – 8600a Verree Road, 19115.
See butterfly specimens up close. Then hike to explore the wonders of butterfly life. Read more details on Facebook.
Siempre salsa and bachata dance party
September 1, 2023
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Love Park – 1501 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, 19102.
Salsa over to Siempre Salsa Philly for a free dance lesson. Then try out your new moves at a dance party. See more details on Siempre Salsa Philly’s Facebook page.
Outdoor movies: “Super Mario Bros.”
September 1, 2023
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Happy Hallow Playground – 4800 Wayne Avenue, 19144.
Grab a chair or a blanket and enjoy this free outdoor movie. Movies may need to be canceled and/or rescheduled due to rain or wind. Remember to check the schedule before leaving.
View additional movies sponsored by park friends groups, Parks & Rec, and Fairmount Conservancy.
Free boating
September 2, 2023
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bartram’s Garden – 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, 19143.
Enjoy free kayaking and row boating on the tidal Schuylkill River. No pre-registration or experience necessary. Learn more details.
