Pools and spraygrounds are closed today due to the Code Purple air quality alert. Find the latest updates to City services in our blog post.
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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Phone:
(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Announcement
Pools and Spraygrounds Closed Friday July 17 Due to Code Purple Alert
The City of Philadelphia has issued a Code Purple Air Quality Alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke. The air contains high levels of particulate matter and is very unhealthy to breathe. As a result, all city pools and spraygrounds will be closed on Friday, July 17.
Residents are urged to stay indoors and wear an N95 or KN95 mask if they must go outside.
For more information, please visit Breathe Philly
Announcement
Dell Music Center Official Ticketing: 2026 Essence of Entertainment
The Dell Music Center 2026 Essence of Entertainment concert series kicks off this Thursday, July 9. To ensure your tickets are valid and to avoid overpaying, we strongly urge you to purchase tickets exclusively through our official providers:
- In Person: Dell Music Center Box Office (Ridge Ave. and Huntingdon Dr., 19132).
Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Online: Ticketmaster.com. Click this link to see more event details.
Protect yourself by avoiding unauthorized third-party vendors and resale websites.
