The Friends of FDR Park is a community-led nonprofit organization dedicated to stewarding and advocating for FDR Park. We are committed to achieving our vision of building one of the …

Upcoming Events at FDR. Join us for fun and community here in South Philly’s urban oasis! Check out our calendar below to find nature walks, volunteer opportunities, and special …

As Philadelphia's premier active use park, FDR Park boasts numerous special features and an abundance of recreational sites and sports fields that are open to the public. FDR Park …

Outside of these times, the gates to the park are closed to car traffic. Getting here is easy! There is a subway stop (Broad Street Line - NRG Station) just outside our door at Broad and …

History of FDR Park Long before it became the South Philly staple it is today, the land that is now FDR Park consisted of acres upon acres of wetlands and marshes separated from “mainland” …

In late 2017, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation initiated a series of efforts that would lead to a long-term, multi-decade plan to restore and revive FDR Park. …

Applying for a permit is recommended, particularly on days that the park is busy. Permits are available for the Spring, Summer & Fall seasons. Make your reservation at least 5 days in …

FDR Skatepark Located beneath the overpass of I-95, this world-renowned skatepark was created by skaters, for skaters. The park has several regions, including the core park that lies …

Campfires are not allowed in FDR Park. When are the Markets? The South East Asian Market is on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-6pm. Visit the SEA Markets website for more …

The area where FDR Park now lies, formerly known as “The Neck,” from Oregon Avenue to the Navy Yard, was occupied heavily by Swedes in the late 1600s. Founded in 1926, the …