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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

  • May
    12
    Spring Rittenhouse Square Fine Craft Show
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
    Rittenhouse Square, 1800 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA

    Spring Rittenhouse Square Fine Craft Show

    May 12, 2024
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm, 7 hours
    Rittenhouse Square, 1800 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
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    Organized by the Friends of Rittenhouse Square. Meet and shop from more than 130 artisans at Rittenhouse Square. This event is rain or shine. Learn more. 
  • May
    14
    Nature Tots: LOVE Your Park
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA

    Nature Tots: LOVE Your Park

    May 14, 2024
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, 1 hour
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA
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    NATURE TOTS: LOVE Your Park 

    T May 14 | 1 p.m. 

    Join us for a story, simple craft, short walk & more. Celebrate LYP Week by planting flowers at the center and some to take home. Ages 2-5 years w/ adult. 

    $5.00 per child. Adults are Free. 

  • May
    15
    SCIENCE FOR SENIORS: LOVE Your Park
    1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA

    SCIENCE FOR SENIORS: LOVE Your Park

    May 15, 2024
    1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, 2 hours
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA
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    SCIENCE FOR SENIORS: Love Your Park 

    W May 15 |1 p.m. 

    This month we will celebrate LYP Week by planting flowers at the center and some to take home. Older Adults. Free. 

    Registration required at https://forms.gle/C6xuGVZrktZ8xkcYA


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