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 Department of Parks, Recreation, and Maintanence

About Us

The City of Harrisburg is rich in parks, playgrounds and other green space.  The Trust for Public Lands indicates that 96% of the residents of Harrisburg live within a ten-minute walk of a park.  Harrisburg’s large and diverse parks and recreation system, surrounded by the Capital Area Greenbelt, provides something for everyone.  The Greenbelt is a 20-mile trail loop through and around Harrisburg.  It passes along the Susquehanna River through Riverfront Park, through wooded, residential and urban areas and scenic parks, including Reservoir Park and Wildwood Park.

The goal of the City of Harrisburg Department of Parks, Recreation and Facilities is to ensure that the city’s 25 parks and playgrounds and two swimming pools remain attractive and inviting for public use. The Department is also responsible for maintenance and upkeep for the Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. City Government Center, the Public Safety Building and various other buildings and facilities in the city.

 

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Location

100 Concert Drive

Harrisburg, PA 17103

Phone

(717) 255-3017

Email

[email protected]

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On April 25, Mayor Wanda R.D. Williams presented an Arbor Day proclamation to City of Harrisburg Forester Cody Legge and dozens of volunteers from PPL Electric Utilities who were planting 27 trees in the neighborhood next to Wilson Park. Arbor Day is tomorrow, April 26, and the City of Harrisburg is proudly a Tree City USA designee by the Arbor Day Foundation.
Arbor Day Proclamation made by Mayor Williams
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Arbor Day Proclamation made by Mayor Williams

The City of Harrisburg and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), along with local environmental leaders, celebrate Earth Day at Reservoir Park on Monday, April 22. The City and Commonwealth are working together to make Harrisburg a commonwealth leader in environmental initiatives, through programs which every city resident can participate, including creative family events and Lights Out Harrisburg, a national program which is being adopted by the city to promote safe nighttime passage of spring bird migration.
City of Harrisburg celebrates Earth Day with Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
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City of Harrisburg celebrates Earth Day with Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

As the weather gets warmer, the City of Harrisburg becomes more beautiful. Harrisburg’s Spring tree planting is underway, making the city cleaner and greener with 30 new trees planted in East Harrisburg. The City’s semiannual tree planting began Thursday in the Taylor Park Apartment Complex and will run through Saturday, April 13, weather permitting. A second planting will focus on the homes surrounding Wilson Park, from Thursday, April 25 to Saturday, April 27. Thirty bare-root trees will be taken care of in the first community planting, while the number of trees for the late April planting is still to be determined. “Seasonal tree plantings help reduce environmental issues we see around us every day. Air pollution reduction, stormwater management, energy savings, and carbon sequestering are all problems that can be alleviated by simply planting trees,” said City Forester Cody Legge. “Besides these physically measurable variables, trees break up the harsh edges and dull color of the increasingly urban surroundings which leads to a more pleasurable living experience.” Volunteers can still sign up to help with the late April planting by clicking this link, which will gather at 9 a.m. at the Wilson Park Pavilion. If signing up more than one adult, please complete the form for each individual, providing name, email, and cell phone where they can be reached for further details about the event. Adults should include children under 18 on their form. Information will stay private and used for purposes of this planting only. Since 2019, the City of Harrisburg has planted more than 500 new trees, largely by volunteers. Trees set for Wilson Park are from the non-profit TreePennsylvania. The Wilson Park/Taylor Apartment neighborhood has a high Tree Equity Score, according to Legge. A Tree Equity Score is a metric that helps cities assess how well they are delivering equitable tree canopy cover to all residents. Scores range from 0-100. The lower the score, the greater priority for tree planting. A score of 100 means the neighborhood has met tree planting goals. This particular neighborhood has a score of 75, making it a high priority for improvement. “All of the streets at this location have wide planting strips that held many trees,” Legge said. “As these trees deteriorate, nothing was replanted and now most of the streets are without tree cover and the subsequent effects of that can be felt. We will plant a diverse mix of large-maturing species to reverse some of these impacts.” Handtools, work gloves, water, and snacks will be provided. Volunteers can bring their own, and a refillable water bottle as well. The City of Harrisburg hosts seasonal tree plantings in the Spring, and then again in the Fall, with a different neighborhood targeted each time. Property owners are offered new street trees, suitable for their site, at no cost. Residents are asked if they can help plant their own tree, and that they also care for it until it becomes an established tree. Harrisburg has earned a national distinction by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA, putting Harrisburg into a class of municipalities that values environmental concern. Keeping and displaying this award generates pride among the residents and holds current and future administrations to its standards.
Spring Tree Planting in the Taylor Park Apartment Complex
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Spring Tree Planting in the Taylor Park Apartment Complex

Harrisburg's beautiful Italian Lake is undergoing a needed deep cleaning. The process of dredging will clean trash, debris, and sediment from its bottom. This will restore the lake's depth, promoting growth of aquatic plants, which provides habitat for food and various wildlife species. Increased water clarity supports the growth of submerged vegetation, which in turn oxygenates the water and supports fish populations. Enhanced oxygen levels in the water contribute to a thriving ecosystem, supporting a diverse array of aquatic life and promoting overall environmental sustainability at Italian Lake Park.
Dredging project begins at Italian Lake
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Dredging project begins at Italian Lake

Hundreds of people and dozens of families showed up to the Reservoir Park Bandshell on Monday, April 8 to watch the 2024 Solar Eclipse. The eclipse reached 92% totality across Central Pennsylvania. Everyone looked to the sky with special filtered glasses between 2:30-3:30pm as the moon crossed between the Earth and the Sun.
Harrisburg watches incredible historic 2024 Solar Eclipse in Reservoir Park!
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Harrisburg watches incredible historic 2024 Solar Eclipse in Reservoir Park!

City of Harrisburg residents didn't let the rain get in the way of a great time on Saturday, March 23. The annual Bunny Blast took place at Sunshine Park with large bubbles, a DJ, face painting, an egg hunt, and of course, the Easter bunny! This 100% free event was made possible by the City of Harrisburg Dept. of Parks & Recreation.
Harrisburg celebrates the annual Bunny Blast!
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Harrisburg celebrates the annual Bunny Blast!

Relive the hottest festival on ice! The 2024 Ice & Fire Festival featured 67 ice sculptures throughout the City of Harrisburg, 15 musical acts, and endless good times by anyone who came to have a good time.
City of Harrisburg Presents: Ice and Fire Festival 2024
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City of Harrisburg Presents: Ice and Fire Festival 2024

The City of Harrisburg presents the 7th annual M&T Bank Ice & Fire Festival on Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 11am-7pm. This free event will feature 67 large and small ice sculptures throughout the City and a Downtown street festival with an ice slide, ice skating rink (skates provided), fire dancers, live ice carvings, fire pits and smores, performances by local school and community groups, kids activities, vendors, and more. Ice sculptures will be along the Downtown street festival path on North 2nd Street and Market Street, as well as City Island, Midtown, Italian Lake, Shipoke, & Reservoir Park. The sculptures will be illuminated starting at 5:30pm.
7th Annual Ice & Fire Festival is Coming Sat. March 2nd!
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7th Annual Ice & Fire Festival is Coming Sat. March 2nd!

The City of Harrisburg hosted the annual New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring the strawberry drop and fireworks at midnight along 2nd Street. A Kid’s Glow Party was sponsored by Capital Blue Cross featuring a glow balloon drop, face painting, balloon animals, crafts, snacks, and more. SPONSORS: Visit Hershey & Harrisburg, Explore HBG, Capital Blue Cross, Hilton Harrisburg, Park Harrisburg
Harrisburg rings in 2024 with New Year's Eve Glow Party and Fireworks!
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Harrisburg rings in 2024 with New Year's Eve Glow Party and Fireworks!