Fall Enjoyable in Philly Parks – Fairmount Park Conservancy

To be taught extra in regards to the Underground Railroad and William Still earlier than the stroll, come for a virtual screening of North to Freedom on Wednesday, September 30. (Free)

Play for Parks
Friday, October 16 | 7 – 9 PM
West Fairmount Park
The Conservancy is throwing a celebration for Philly parks and also you’re invited! Join us for a free night time of stay music, meals vehicles, fireworks, and extra on the historic Welsh Fountain. West Philly’s personal Chill Moody will current Moody’s Klubbhouse that includes the home band and particular visitors, with music kicking off at 7 PM, and a fireworks finale at 8:50 PM. (Free)

Gran Fiesta de los Muertos
Saturday, October 24 | 5 – 8 PM
FDR Park
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at FDR Park! Join the Conservancy and artist artist Cesar Viveros on the Gateway Plaza for a night of music and dance performances, face portray, meals from FDR Park’s Latino Market, handcrafted items from Mercado de Latinas distributors, and extra. (Free)

Plus: drop by for a hands-on art workshop on the Gateway Plaza on Thursday, October 22 from 4 – 6 PM. Meet artist Cesar Viveros and assist create the Día de los Muertos set up that can be featured throughout the Gran Fiesta and viewable till Monday, October 26. (Free)

Love Your Park Fall Weekend
Friday, November 13 – Sunday, November 15
Citywide
Love your park, love your metropolis! Spend a fall weekend giving again alongside lots of of volunteers at 100+ neighborhood parks throughout Philadelphia. Love Your Park is a partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and the Park Friends Network. Volunteer registration will open in early October. (Free)

Fall Program Series

Trolley Trail Run + Walk
Wednesday, October 7 | 6 – 7:30 PM
West Fairmount Park
Run or stroll by park historical past! Join the Conservancy, Philly Running Alliance, and We Walk PHL for a 4.5-mile path run or 2-mile stroll alongside the historic Trolley Trail, with stops at remnants of the Fairmount Park Trolley that operated 1896-1946. Stick round afterward for a pizza occasion celebrating the primary season of Trolley Trail Run + Walks. (Free)

Community Paddle Boating
Sunday, October 11 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Saturday, November 7 | 10 AM – 2 PM
FDR Park
Stop by the FDR Park Boathouse for a free 20-minute paddle boating session on Edgewood Lake! Kid-friendly binoculars are supplied to identify turtles, geese, and perhaps even an excellent blue heron – the long-legged shore fowl the boats are formed after. (Free)

Park after Dark
Tuesday, October 7 | 6 – 8 PM
Tuesday, November 17 | 6 – 8 PM
East Fairmount Park
Join astronomer and educator Buddy Muhler for a one-mile guided moonwalk. Learn just a little about nocturnal wildlife and native historical past, and take within the night time sky by a guided telescope remark. ($15)

¡BAILAR en FDR!
Friday, September 25 | 7 – 11 PM
Friday, October 23 | 7 – 11 PM
FDR Park
Bring your dancing sneakers to FDR Park’s Gateway Plaza! The program begins with a one-hour dance lesson adopted by a social dance with DJ Valentin of Dance Philly. All expertise ranges welcome. (Free)

Yoga in the Park
Sunday, September 27 | 10 – 11 AM
Sunday, October 25 | 10 – 11 AM
East Fairmount Park
Start your Sunday morning free outside yoga led by Eunmi Chang from Eunmi’s Sound Healing & Yoga. All ages and expertise ranges are welcome. (Free)

Parkside and Centennial District Walking Tour
Sunday, October 11, | 10 AM – 12:30 PM
West Fairmount Park
Explore the scenic, historic Parkside neighborhood on foot with science educator and Parkside Journal founder Michael Burch. ($10)

Volunteer Opportunities

With 10,200 acres of park land in Philadelphia, volunteers play an necessary position in retaining our metropolis inexperienced. Activities embrace plant care, litter elimination, and managing invasive development. Gloves, instruments, and snacks are all supplied — all that you must convey is a love for Philadelphia parks. (Free)

Cobbs Creek Community Workday
Tuesday, September 29 | 9 AM – 12 PM

FDR Park Community Planting
Tuesday, October 3 | 9 AM – 12 PM

Cobbs Creek Community Planting
Saturday, November 7 | 9 AM – 12 PM

Looking for a workforce alternative? The Conservancy’s company stewardship program presents distinctive, hands-on outside volunteer alternatives in Philadelphia’s parks for company teams. Click right here to be taught extra.

We Walk PHL

There’s nonetheless time to get your steps on this fall! Now in its tenth yr, We Walk PHL convey free weekly strolling teams to 26 parks throughout Philadelphia by October 31. Explore a brand new park, meet your neighbors, and work in direction of your wellness objectives alongside the best way. All are welcome!

Click right here for the autumn 2026 schedule and be a part of the We Walk PHL Facebook group to attach with fellow walkers. We Walk PHL is a partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. (Free)

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Photos by Albert Yee for Fairmount Park Conservancy.