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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

  • May
    17
    Migration Madness Wissahickon
    10:00 am to 11:30 am

    Migration Madness Wissahickon

    May 17, 2024
    10:00 am to 11:30 am, 2 hours

    Migration Madness Walks

    Different Locations in Wissahickon Park

    Fridays at 10 am

    We will meet you at different locations in the Park and search for the many birds arriving or traveling through after the long winter.

    April 26- Harper’s Meadow, meet at Cedar’s House

    May 3- Valley Green Inn

    May 10- Tree House, 300 W Northwestern Ave

    May 17- Houston Meadow, meet at Houston Playground

    May 24- Saul Agricultural Fields, meet at Scout House, Wigard and Henry Ave

    May 31- Tree House, 300 W Northwestern Ave

  • May
    18
    TreePhilly Giveaway
    9:00 am to 1:00 pm
    American Swedish Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

    TreePhilly Giveaway

    May 18, 2024
    9:00 am to 1:00 pm, 4 hours
    American Swedish Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA
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    Free trees for all! Register here: treephilly.org/spring-2024-yard-tree-giveaways
  • May
    18
    Mifflin Square Love Your Park Clean up
    9:00 am to 11:00 am
    Mifflin Square Park, 500 Wolf St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

    Mifflin Square Love Your Park Clean up

    May 18, 2024
    9:00 am to 11:00 am, 2 hours
    Mifflin Square Park, 500 Wolf St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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    Show your neighborhood park some love with friends and neighbors. Tools, gloves, water, and snacks will be provided. Register for this free event today.       

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