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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
    3
    Garden Club
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA

    Garden Club

    October 3, 2024
    4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, 2 hours
    Pennypack Environmental Center, 8600A Verree Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115, USA
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    New for 2024! Join other gardeners throughout the growing season as we tend to the Verree House Herb Garden and the immediate land around the center. Throughout the season we will plan, weed, plant, weed, harvest, weed, share, weed, and eventually put the gardens to bed.
    Volunteers will be able to take home any harvest, when available. We will also have small gardening workshops along the way.

    Come to one, some, or all garden days. Registration is helpful with planning and tool gathering.
    This is best for older children, teens and adults interested in learning while getting dirty. Adults must supervise their children.

    Registrationhttps://forms.gle/2yAbMrLiqsoJQ4yU6
    Questions? PEC@phila.gov or 215.685.0470.
  • Oct
    4
    Siempre Salsa's Salsa & Bachata Dance Party
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    Siempre Salsa's Salsa & Bachata Dance Party

    October 4, 2024
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, 3 hours
    JFK Plaza (Love Park), Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Come out to Love Park for the 6th year of the City's best dance party under the stars! Every Friday evening from June 28 through the end of September, enjoy a salsa and bachata Dance Party courtesy of top Latin DJs and/or live salsa bands! Siempre Salsa Philly starts off each evening with a dance lesson for newcomers, and immediately afterwards you can practice your tight new moves. Don't come if you arent ready for a fiercely fun time! All events are Free for everyone!
  • Oct
    5
    Southeast Asian Market
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    Southeast Asian Market

    October 5, 2024
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm, 8 hours
    FDR Park, 1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    The Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is a community of refugees and immigrant members who have called FDR Park their home since the 1980s. For more than 35 years, they have cultivated an open community space. The market has become a social hub for social gatherings and business opportunities through vending.  Come enjoy native cuisine dishes, plants, clothing, jewelry, and other items.  Learn more at fdrseamarket.com.

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