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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

  • Jul
    27
    Latin American Market and Soccer
    8:30 am to 5:30 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Latin American Market and Soccer

    July 27, 2025
    8:30 am to 5:30 pm, 9 hours
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    An outdoor market showcasing Latin American flavors, art, and culture!
  • Jul
    27
    SEA Market
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    SEA Market

    July 27, 2025
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm, 8 hours
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Hello. ChomReap Sur. Sabaidee. Sawatdee. Xin Chào. Salam.

    The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is a community of refugees and immigrant members who have called the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Park their home since the 1980’s. For 35+ years they have cultivated an open community space all their own. Here you can enjoy many native cuisine dishes, culturally specific produce, plants, clothing and jewelry, as well as services provided by entrepreneurs speaking multiple languages.

  • Jul
    30
    Drop-in Archery
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Drop-in Archery

    July 30, 2025
    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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    Curious about archery? All ages 8 and up are invited to join us every week for beginner-friendly sessions, at the only totally cost-free outdoor archery range in the city. At our range:
    • Pre-registration is not necessary. Walk up, First Come, First Served.
    • All equipment provided, no outside bows allowed. 
    • Certified instructors to walk you through your first shot

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