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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
    22
    After School Adventures
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA

    After School Adventures

    October 22, 2024
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, 2 hours
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA
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    After School Adventures  

    Registration required at https://forms.gle/bRhoWZFNJBVTFobeAor PEC@Phila.gov

    This staff led afterschool program, guides children on adventures in Pennypack Park. We will meet at the Pennypack Environmental Center, then enjoy new adventures each week. Kids can join for one, some, or all adventures.  

     Most Tuesdays  (Day Changes Noted)| 4-6 p.m. | Ages 6-12  


    Drop-off | $5/child/afternoon. Or $55 for season paid on September 10. Cash Only.


    Questions? PEC@phila.gov or 215.685.0470. 

     Please check Facebook.com/ExplorePEC for updates, check this link for new info, or call or email us to be added to our email list. 

    Cash only. Exact change is appreciated. We cannot accept any electronic payments. 

    Adventures are subject to change at any time, but will be all-weather, outdoor adventures with hiking, mud, rock climbing, creek, rain, etc. 

    If a specific lesson/activity is scheduled, they will do so in the first hour and hike/explore in the second. 


    Registration required at https://forms.gle/bRhoWZFNJBVTFobeAor PEC@Phila.gov

    Fall Season Registration


    Families receive a $10 discount per child if registering upfront for the 13 Tuesdays of fall adventures. (No adventures Nov. 5) If this option is selected, families would pay $55/child cash or check (payable to City of Philadelphia) on or before September 10, 2024. We cannot refund money for missed days.
  • Oct
    23
    Free Family Fishing
    4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
    Boathouse at FDR Park, FDR Park, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Free Family Fishing

    October 23, 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!
  • Oct
    24
    Garden Club
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA

    Garden Club

    October 24, 2024
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, 2 hours
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA
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    New for 2024! Join other gardeners throughout the growing season as we tend to the Verree House Herb Garden and the immediate land around the center. Throughout the season we will plan, weed, plant, weed, harvest, weed, share, weed, and eventually put the gardens to bed.
    Volunteers will be able to take home any harvest, when available. We will also have small gardening workshops along the way.

    Come to one, some, or all garden days. Registration is helpful with planning and tool gathering.
    This is best for older children, teens and adults interested in learning while getting dirty. Adults must supervise their children.

    Registrationhttps://forms.gle/2yAbMrLiqsoJQ4yU6
    Questions? PEC@phila.gov or 215.685.0470.

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