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.
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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.
Connect
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1515 Arch Street
10th floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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parksandrecreation |
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Phone:
(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Announcement
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Pool Update as of July 1, 2025
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s pool schedule has changed due to the work stoppage announced today by District Council 33 (DC 33) of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Below are the open listed pools:
- Max Myers Pool – 1601 Hellerman St., 19149
- Fox Chase Pool – 7901 Ridgeway St., 19111.
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Lackman Pool – 1101 Bartlett St., 19115.
- Jardel Pool –1400 Cotton Ave., 19111
- Jacobs Pool – 4500 Linden Ave., 19114
- Pleasant Pool – 6720 Boyer St., 19119.
- Kendrick Pool – 5822-24 Ridge Ave., 19128.
- Hunting Park Pool – 900 Hunting Park Ave., 19140.
- Awbury Pool – 6101 Ardleigh St., 19138.
- Cherashore Pool – 851-951 W. Olney Ave., 19141.
- Cione Pool – 2600 E. Aramingo Ave., 19125.
- Samuel Pool – 3539 Gaul St., 19134.
- American Legion Pool – 6201 Torresdale Ave., 19135.
- Heitzman Pool – 2136 Castor Ave., 19134.
- Simpson Pool – 1010 Arrott St., 19124.
- Butch Ellis Pool (39th & Olive) – 700 N. 39th St., 19104.
- Kelly Pool – 4231 Lansdowne Dr., 19131.
- Gathers Pool – 2501-19 W. Diamond St., 19121.
- Penrose Pool – 1101 W. Susquehanna Ave., 19122.
- Hancock Pool – 147 Master St., 19122
- Lee Cultural Center Pool – 4328 Haverford Ave., 19104
- Marian Anderson Pool – 740 S. 17th St., 19146.
- Barry Pool – 1800 Johnston St., 19145
- Chew Pool – 1800 Washington Ave., 19146
- Murphy Pool – 300 Shunk St., 19148.
- Lincoln High School – 3201 Ryan Ave., 19136
Stay tuned for more updates and announcements.
