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Recreation

Bellmawr Recreation Center receives grant

  • May 28

Philadelphia Parks and Rec cuts the ribbon on renovated playground

  • Apr 17

Philly rolls out summer camp lottery at 5 high‑demand sites

  • Mar 6

Philly artist travels across the city teaching kids to craft

  • Aug 26, 2025

Police arrest alleged gunman in rec center shooting that injured 5

  • Aug 2, 2025

BORP brings adaptive sports and recreation to disability community

  • Jul 31, 2025

Destination: Palm Springs

  • Nov 4, 2024

Puttshack's new spin on mini-golf brings high-tech tee times to Philly

  • Mar 25, 2024

Latest Videos

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Rec center to reopen in West Philadelphia after 5 injured in shooting

  • Aug 1, 2025
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Rev up the family fun at this unique indoor raceway

  • Jun 14, 2024
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Family Guy Experience with putt-putt course and scene replicas are the ultimate show tribute

  • Oct 4, 2023
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One-of-a-kind bike & plant shop builds community and custom bikes

  • Sep 1, 2023
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Pickleball bites into the Big Apple with Central Park courts

  • Jul 25, 2023
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Man gunned down at Awbury Recreation Center in Germantown

  • Apr 15, 2023
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Philadelphia Parks & Rec launches pilot program to help entrepreneurs and teens

  • Aug 18, 2022
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Police ID 3 suspects charged in shooting outside West Philly rec center; 5 injured

  • Aug 18, 2022

Latest Stories

Groundbreaking for $25 million upgrade to Kingsessing Recreation Center in SW Philly

The beautiful brick building circled in scaffolding was built in 1916, and for decades has served as the Kingsessing Recreation Center. Elevators to improve accessibility, a brand new playground, and better pathways and lighting are among the coming improvements.

  • Sep 19, 2023

Philly coaches introduce new 'Teqball' sport to city parks and rec centers

A recent donation of 50 TEQ Tables to parks and recreation centers citywide will help kids find their footing with a new sport.

  • Aug 21, 2023

Philadelphia leaders worry as recreation center shootings spike across the city

"Be on alert, make sure you're looking around in case something happens," said one scared parent.

  • Apr 21, 2023

Man charged with murder after argument leads to deadly shooting at Philadelphia recreation center

A 23-year-old man is charged with murder after police say an argument led to a deadly shooting at a Philadelphia recreation center.

  • Apr 17, 2023

Man gunned down at Awbury Recreation Center in Germantown

Police say a 24-year-old man was found on the property of the Awbury Recreation Center suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.

  • Apr 15, 2023