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
Expanded curfew hours for park areas through March 31, 2026
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is enforcing expanded curfew hours in select park areas to ensure public safety during yearly deer control operations. Now, through March 31, 2026, the following parks are closed daily from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.:
Bartram’s Garden
East Fairmount Park
Cobbs Creek Park
FDR Park
Pennypack Park
Tacony Creek Park
West Fairmount Park
Wissahickon Valley Park
All trails, parking lots, and other areas in these parks are off-limits to pedestrians, cyclists, equestrians, and vehicles during these hours. Visitors are urged to respect the closures to maintain safety during deer control operations.
For questions or additional information, contact Philadelphia Parks and Recreation: parksandrecreation@phila.gov
