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
- 272 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
Connect
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1515 Arch Street
10th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 |
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(215) 683-3600
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Announcements
Unity Cup to host World Cup watch party at the Dell
Come watch the first two games of the 2018 World Cup Round of 16 at the beautiful Dell Music Center amphitheater in East Fairmount Park!
Event Details
- Saturday, June 30, 2-5 p.m.
- Dell Music Center (2500 Strawberry Mansion Drive, 19132)
- Watch two World Cup games on the big screen
- Free, family-friendly event
- Food and beverages available for purchase
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The Philadelphia International Unity Cup is a World Cup-style tournament that unites the city’s neighborhoods and celebrates its diverse immigrant communities through soccer. 2018 games kick off in August, with a championship game in October. All games are free for spectators.
For more information, visit unitycup.phila.gov.
Explore the Baxter Trail
Now through Labor Day weekend, the Baxter Trail will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Things to know before you go:
- The trail is approximately 2 miles long.
- It connects Pennypack on the Delaware Park to Pleasant Hill Park.
- Parking is available at Pennypack on the Delaware.
- A bridge along the trail crosses Pennypack Creek.
- Baxter Trail will be a part of the Circuit Trails and the East Coast Greenway.
