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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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Announcements

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:

Protect yourself by avoiding unauthorized third-party vendors and resale websites.

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Events

  • Jul
    18
    Weekly Volunteering at FDR
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Weekly Volunteering at FDR

    July 18, 2026
    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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    Check out our Give Pulse to sign-up for weekly volunteer efforts: https://www.givepulse.com/group/292367-Friends-of-FDR-Park.  Meet up starts at the Clubhouse (1954 Pattison Ave) with Tara, our Volunteer Coordinator.
  • Jul
    21
    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

    July 21, 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
  • Jul
    21
    Toddler Time (NOT FREE)
    10:30 am to 11:30 am
    American Swedish Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Toddler Time (NOT FREE)

    July 21, 2026
    10:30 am to 11:30 am, 1 hour
    American Swedish Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Toddler Story Time at the American Swedish Historical Museum!  $5 per child

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