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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

  • Mar
    22
    Kids Acting classes
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA 19136, USA

    Kids Acting classes

    March 22, 2023
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 1 hour
    Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA 19136, USA
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    This is an on-going kids' theatre program. It runs 10 weeks at a time. Kids play theater games, do improv, learn to act and showcase their talent. Register now.
  • Mar
    24
    Salsa & Bachata Dance Party @ LOVE Park
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Love Park, Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    Salsa & Bachata Dance Party @ LOVE Park

    March 24, 2023
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, 3 hours
    Love Park, Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Join Siempre Salsa Philly and Dance Republic for a group Dance Lesson immediately followed by the opportunity to "dance the night away" to the sounds of Philly's top Latin DJs and/or the region's best salsa bands.
  • Mar
    29
    Kids Acting classes
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA 19136, USA

    Kids Acting classes

    March 29, 2023
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 1 hour
    Holmesburg Recreation Center, 4500 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA 19136, USA
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    This is an on-going kids' theatre program. It runs 10 weeks at a time. Kids play theater games, do improv, learn to act and showcase their talent. Register now.

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