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.
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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.
Connect
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1515 Arch Street
10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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parksandrecreation |
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(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Temporary Schuylkill River Trail closure in Manayunk
Parks & Rec will close part of the Schuylkill River Trail on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
The Manayunk Canal Towpath will be closed from Shawmont Ave. to Leverington Ave. This closure will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will allow staff to conduct important maintenance. This is the second phase of work started earlier in the month.
Pedestrians and cyclists will not have access to this section during this time.
Updates to the MLK Drive Weekend Closure for Recreation Schedule
The City of Philadelphia Department of Streets, Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems (OTIS), and Philadelphia Parks and Recreation (PPR), announce the suspension of the MLK Drive Weekend Closure for Recreation on Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27 due to the 54th Head of the Schuylkill Regatta.
MLK Drive will remain open to motor vehicles as it serves as a key point of access for regatta competitors and audience members.
Seasonal recreation closures will resume on November 2, which includes weekend vehicle restrictions.
Here’s the remaining seasonal closure schedule:
November 2-3 – Regular weekend vehicle closure
November 9-11 – Extended vehicle closure for Veterans Day
November 16-17 – Regular weekend vehicle closure
November 23-24 -Regular weekend vehicle closure
November 28 – December 1 – Extended vehicle closure for Thanksgiving and the last weekend of the seasonal closure
Please plan your trips accordingly.
