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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
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Events

  • Aug
    7
    DJ MyThai: Meet Me at the House
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    DJ MyThai: Meet Me at the House

    August 7, 2026
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 3 hours
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Catch DJ MyThai spinning some lunchtime grooves.
  • Aug
    11
    Tai Chi for Beginners
    10:00 am to 11:00 am
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Tai Chi for Beginners

    August 11, 2026
    10:00 am to 11:00 am, 1 hour
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 10am for a complete workout to relax the mind, restore the body and rejuvenate the spirit. Sessions are led by Kirsten Erwin. Classes meet at the Welcome Center.

    Friends of FDR Park programming is made possible by the support of our members. To become a member: www.fdrparkphilly.org/membership
  • Aug
    11
    Not just Jazz free music concerts
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

    Not just Jazz free music concerts

    August 11, 2026
    6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 2 hours

    From June - September 

    every other Tuesday & More!

    (The Lakes) 6-8PM*
    *On Aug 25, start time shifts to 5:30PM

    Tuesdays (6-8PM)

    6/2 The Firm

    6/16 Jason Jefferies and the TaLLtrEEs

    6/30 Lawrence Jones and Friends

    7/14 “JOTSS Goes Country” with VBS Music Group featuring Bluskii

    7/28 Razing Kane

    8/11 Gumbo Nouveau

    Tuesdays (5:30-7:30PM)

    8/25 Greg Moore and the Actual Proof

    9/8 Keepers of the Flame

    9/22 Best Kept Soul

    These special events are held during the daytime. Saturdays (12-2pm)

    6/13 Bert Harris and the Afro Jazz Collective

    8/22 Music Festival (11-7 pm)

    9/12 Universal African Dance Troupe and Stilt Walkers


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