What we do
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation connects the city’s residents to the natural world, to each other, and to fun physical and social opportunities. We manage historically significant Philadelphia events and special venues, and we work with communities and organizations, leading capital projects and introducing creative programming.
Philadelphia’s large, diverse parks and recreation system provides something for everyone. Listed below are some of facilities and programs we’re responsible for:
- 300+ neighborhood parks, rec centers, and playgrounds
- 166 miles of trails and 40 historic sites
- 60 community gardens, farms, and orchards
- 3 environmental education centers
- 600+ baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields
- 74 pools
- 400+ basketball and 200+ tennis courts
- 5 ice skating rinks
- 6 golf courses
- 25 public computer centers
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Announcements
New operator of John F. Byrne Golf Club
On November 1, The First Tee of Greater Philadelphia began operations at John F. Byrne Golf Club. The First Tee will invest over $600,000 of funds, plus an additional $400,000 of in-kind work/service, into the property over the next three years. This investment is part of a long-term lease with the City of Philadelphia.
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Events
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Nov14EventFall Thursday Treks6:30 am to 7:30 amWissahickon Environmental CenterEvent
Fall Thursday Treks
Join us at the Tree House Thursday mornings for a different hike each week throughout the Andorra Natural Area and beyond. All Weather - Dress for the forecasted weather at 7:30 a.m. FREE. All ages, skill levels, and paces welcome. We split into two groups- Moderate Pace & Education Pace. No registration necessary. Just meet us at the Tree House 7:20-7:29. We leave promptly at 7:30 a.m. Check Facebook Wednesdays for route and distance or email us with questions. TICK CHECK upon return and everyday after nature play. Changes and updates will be posted on Facebook. Check Facebook or contact us at wec@phila.gov or 215.685.9285 before coming out Thursday mornings. https://www.facebook.com/events/535190487219700/ -
Nov14EventUniverSoul Circus in Philadelphia 20197:00 am to 9:30 amFairmount ParkEvent
UniverSoul Circus in Philadelphia 2019
🎪 UniverSoul Circus returns to Philadelphia at Fairmount Park from November 14 through December 8! Tickets on sale now! A highly interactive combination of circus arts, theater, and music. Our show is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other circus. UniverSoul Circus embraces and celebrates the unique and familiar aspects of urban pop culture globally by bringing them center stage with a cast of international performers that reflect the cultural diversity of the world in which we live. https://www.facebook.com/events/221537548789406/ -
Nov14EventVolunteer Event: Weekly Trail Service9:30 am to 12:30 pmFriends of the WissahickonEvent
Volunteer Event: Weekly Trail Service
Join FOW on Thursday for a morning of trail maintenance in the park! Work will consist of regular trail maintenance projects including repairing drains and grade reversals, repairing sstonework narrowing widened trails, and emergency trail repairs. Meeting locations vary by week. Check out our Upcoming Service Days page for more information and to register. See link below. https://www.facebook.com/events/267573737472040/?event_time_id=267573860805361