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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.

Connect

Address
1515 Arch Street
10th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email parksandrecreation@phila.gov
Phone
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Announcements

The Organic Recycling Center is out of compost until further notice.

The Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center is out of compost until further notice.

Mulch, wood chips and manure are still available for pick up during normal operating hours.

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Events

  • May
    22
    EMS Week Info Fair
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm

    EMS Week Info Fair

    May 22, 2026
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 2 hours

    May 17 – 23 is National Emergency Medical Services Week, honoring the dedication of those who provide lifesaving services. 

    Drop by on May 22 from 11 am to 1 pm to meet local Philly medics and first responders, learn fire and life safety info, learn about job opportunities, and more. 
  • May
    22
    We Walk PHL
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    We Walk PHL

    May 22, 2026
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, 1 hour
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    The Love Park We Walk PHL group meets Fridays at 12 noon at the corner of 16th & Arch. 

    We Walk PHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks. Launched as a pilot program in 2017, We Walk PHL is a partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation.

    Walking group leaders are recruited from the communities surrounding the parks, and receive training from We Walk program staff. Walks take place one-three days per week at each site, and last around an hour.

    For walk schedules, meeting locations, and other relevant updates, please visit the We Walk PHL public group page on Facebook.

    The We Walk PHL spring season is May 1 – June 30.


  • May
    23
    Weekly Volunteering at FDR
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Weekly Volunteering at FDR

    May 23, 2026
    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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    Check out our Give Pulse to sign-up for weekly volunteer efforts: https://www.givepulse.com/group/292367-Friends-of-FDR-Park.  Meet up starts at the Clubhouse (1954 Pattison Ave) with Tara, our Volunteer Coordinator.

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