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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

  • Oct
    2
    Food Truck: Redstone Pizza
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102

    Food Truck: Redstone Pizza

    October 2, 2025
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 3 hours
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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    Lunch at Love features a rotating selection of food truck vendors from 11am-2pm. We're always looking for new food vendors of all kinds for our next Request for Proposals, so please reach out to w.matthew.lepchuk@phila.gov for more information.
  • Oct
    3
    Food Truck: Victor's Pizza
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102

    Food Truck: Victor's Pizza

    October 3, 2025
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 3 hours
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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    Lunch at Love features a rotating selection of food truck vendors from 11am-2pm. We're always looking for new food vendors of all kinds for our next Request for Proposals, so please reach out to w.matthew.lepchuk@phila.gov for more information.
  • Oct
    5
    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

    October 5, 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!

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