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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

  • Aug
    18
    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 18, 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
    18
    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)

    August 18, 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
  • Aug
    18
    Food Truck: Burrito Feliz
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102

    Food Truck: Burrito Feliz

    August 18, 2026
    11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 3 hours
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), JFK Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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    Burrito Feliz always draws a crowd with their signature burritos, quesadillas, and tacos, including their coveted birria. Call ahead before they open if you want to try to skip the line. 

    Lunch in 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.

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