Philadelphia Parks & Recreation

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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Protecting over 10,200 acres of public land, managing hundreds of recreation and cultural centers.

PPR promotes the wellbeing of citizens and visitors by offering natural landscapes and parks, historically significant resources, high quality recreation centers and athletic programs, along with enriching cultural and environmental programs.

🚨 TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨Please be advised that portions of the Poquessing Creek Trail, between Mechanicsville and McNult...
10/23/2026

🚨 TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE 🚨

Please be advised that portions of the Poquessing Creek Trail, between Mechanicsville and McNulty through Benjamin Rush State Park and the Bucks County Line, will be closed October 23–24 for the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Archery Mentor Hunt.

For public safety, closures will be in effect from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset each day.

🌳 The park will reopen October 25 at 6 a.m.

Pennsylvania Game Commission, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and DCNR Park Rangers will patrol the area and be stationed at park entrances.

Thank you for your cooperation as we work to keep park visitors safe.

10/15/2026

🪿🍂 Usually, geese fly SOUTH for the winter… but this goose is sticking around for a PHILLY FALL! 👀🍁

Meet GOOSEY at the FDR Fall Fest THIS SATURDAY from 2–5 PM for a chance to win CASH PRIZES ON THE SPOT! 💸🎁

🪿 Join the Fall GooseChase challenge TODAY!

Comment GOOSE below and we’ll send you the link to join the flock! 👇

🍂 Costumes are HIGHLY encouraged, so bring your best fall fit and get ready to have some fun!

📍 FDR Park | 2–5 PM
Tag your flock and we’ll see you there! 🪿👯‍♀️

10/13/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Fall Goose Chase is LIVE! 🪿🍂👟

The goose is on the loose, and we need YOU on the chase! 😂💨

🍁 Fall Fun: Play now through November 22nd! 🎃 Fall Fest: Join us at FDR on October 17th for a chance to win prizes ON THE SPOT! 🏆🔥

📢 Ages 12–24, it’s your time to chase! 🪿💨

👇 COMMENT “GOOSE” BELOW and we’ll send you the link to join the chase! 👀

🌳 Explore our Parks & Recreation spaces for a chance to win PRIZES! 👀🎉Think you know Philly? Put it to the test with the...
10/08/2026

🌳 Explore our Parks & Recreation spaces for a chance to win PRIZES! 👀🎉

Think you know Philly? Put it to the test with the Touch Grass Philly Scavenger Hunt! 🗺️✨ Get outside, explore your city, complete the challenges, and you could walk away with some goodies!

👥 Ages 12–24
📅 Complete the scavenger hunt by November 22
🍁 Visit Fall Fest at FDR Park on October 17
Ready to play? 🪿

💬 Comment “GOOSE” and we’ll send you the link!

Congratulations to our summer scavenger hunt winners, Macy and Adrian! 🎉🪿

Laurel Hill Mansion, Ormiston Mansion & Woodford Mansion are bringing history to life! 🇺🇸Join the first-ever Heritage Fe...
10/08/2026

Laurel Hill Mansion, Ormiston Mansion & Woodford Mansion are bringing history to life! 🇺🇸

Join the first-ever Heritage Festival on Saturday, October 10, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. for reenactments, historic tours, live music, crafts, games, baby goats and more as we celebrate America’s 250th. 🇺🇸

🍂Enjoy the fall weather and help care for Philly’s parks!🌳 Join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Stewardship Team for t...
10/05/2026

🍂Enjoy the fall weather and help care for Philly’s parks!🌳
 
Join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Stewardship Team for two upcoming volunteer opportunities! Register at loveyourpark.org/events.
 
📍 Cobbs Creek
Saturday, October 10 | 10 AM–12 PM
Pick up trash, remove invasive plants, and help beautify the park. ✨
 
📍Free a Tree: Boxers Trail
Friday, October 23 | 10 AM–12 PM
Help clear vines and invasive species from trees along the trail, then join a community walk to learn how to identify native and invasive plants. 
 
🌿No experience required! 
 
🚨Please register in advance! Registration helps us make sure we have enough tools and supplies for everyone.
 

10/03/2026

🌎 How do youth in your city ?

We took this question to the Annual Conference and asked recreation professionals from across the country how their communities are getting young people outside, exploring their cities, and connecting with parks and recreation.

From Philly to cities across the country, we’re sharing ideas, inspiration, and new ways to get young people moving. 🌳👟

10/03/2026

We hit the National Recreation and Park Association conference exhibit hall to play Truth or Treat with vendors from across the country! Vendors shared either a fun fact about their product or service OR hooked us up with some promotional goodies. 🎃

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the resources, tools, and swag attendees discovered and took home from !

09/29/2026

The National Recreation and Park Association (National Recreation and Park Association ) 2026 is HERE in Philly, and the Philly Parks & Rec team is excited to welcome parks professionals from all over the country! 🌎💚

Two days of learning, growing, networking, and of course… making the most of everything Philly has to offer. 😂

We’re happy to have y’all in Philly! 🫶🏽🏙️

09/25/2026

🥊 Nearly 250 participants hit the Fairmount Park trails for the 2026 Boxers’ Trail 5K Run/Walk! 🏃‍♂️🏆
 
All proceeds from the run/walk support youth programming at Mander, helping create opportunities for local youth and strengthen the Strawberry Mansion community.
 
Thank you to everyone who came out, got moving, and supported Mander Recreation Center! We hope to see you back on the trail next year. 👟🏅
 
Want to get more involved in your community? Join a Parks & Recreation Advisory Council and help shape the programs and activities at your local rec center. Visit or contact your neighborhood recreation center to learn how to join! 💙💪🏾

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Philadelphia, PA

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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+12156833600

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