Visual Arts at Philadelphia Parks and Recreation

06/02/2026

Scenes from art camp 2025 to get you ready for 2026!!!

📝Registration forms are here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/camps-registration-and-flyers/

📩Email back to: [email protected]

05/30/2026

🎨☀️ Ready, Set, Create!

At Philly Parks & Rec Art Camp, youth artists will explore creativity through painting, drawing, photography, sculpting, printmaking, field trips, and more! 🖌️✨

📅 July 6 – August 14
👧 Ages 6–12

📍 Locations:
🫟Fisher Park
🫟Rivera Recreation Center
🫟McCreesh Playground

💵 $350 | Scholarships available

Register your youth artist today! 🎨

PhillyYouth

05/28/2026

Still looking for a camp for your creative kiddo? We still have space at Philadelphia Parks & Rec!

Get Creative this Summer at a Philadelphia Parks & Rec Art Camp! 🎨

05/20/2026

🌞Fill your kids summer with color!🌞
Summer Visual Arts Camp registration is open at Rivera Recreation Center, Fisher Park of Philadelphia, and McCreesh Playground.

📆 July 6-August 14th
⏰9am-3pm Monday-Friday
🕶️Scholarships available!

Email: [email protected] for more info!!!

05/08/2026

Summer Art Camp is adding a location in West Philadelphia! Visual Arts Camp at McCreesh Playground is coming this summer!

For info or to register for any site contact us at [email protected].

05/04/2026

🎨 Ready to unleash your child's inner artist this summer? 🖌️
Visual Arts Summer Camps are officially open for registration! Whether you're looking for a full summer of immersion or a focused "gap week" of fun, we have incredible options across the city.
Check out our 2026 lineup:
🖼️6-Week Summer Visual Arts Camp🫟
Perfect for deep dives into painting, sculpting, and mixed media!
• Cost: $350 for the full 6 weeks includes breakfast and lunch
• Locations:
• Fisher Park of Philadelphia: 571 West Spencer St.
• Rivera Recreation Center: 5th & Allegheny
🆓 FREE "Gap" Art Camps 🫟
Keep the creativity flowing during those transition weeks!
• Week of June 22:
Hosted at James Finnegan Advisory Council and Marie Dendy Playground
• Week of June 29:
Hosted at Tarken Ice Rink & Rec. Center and Eastwick Regional Park
📝 How to Join
Email: [email protected] for registration and info!
Limited space!!

05/01/2026

We’re excited to bring CraftNOW Art Camp to Tarken this summer!

In partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, this weeklong art camp gives participants the opportunity to explore creativity through hands-on projects, learn from teaching artists, and take part in off-site art experiences.

Dates: June 29 – July 3
Time: 9 AM – 3 PM
Ages: 6–12
Location: Tarken Playground & Ice Rink
Cost: Free

Spots are limited, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.

Register in person at Tarken Playground & Ice Rink.
Questions? [email protected] | 215-685-1226

05/01/2026

Voting has started! Talented participants at Philadelphia parks and rec sites picked up their markers and pencils to create artwork to celebrate the largest 10 miler in the country! From sneakers to city hall, we hope the artwork inspires runners!
Come vote for your favorite this weekend at the PA Convention Center!

04/15/2026

Call for art to celebrate 250 years!

Call For Art: Philadelphia Stories 250: “Out of Many, One” A Photographic Journey

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, and are inviting local photographers to be part of a special exhibition inside historic City Hall.

Deadline: May 4, 2026
Exhibition Location: City Hall ( 1st & 4th Floor display cases near Council Chambers)

This exhibition explores Philadelphia’s rich cultural diversity through photography, highlighting the people, neighborhoods, histories, and everyday life that shape our city.

From family stories to iconic streetscapes, from food and traditions to architecture and community life, we want to see what makes Philly home through your lens.

• Open to all photographic work
• Final pieces should be framed at 16” x 20”
• Be sure to include where your photo was taken (neighborhood/district)

Show Philly through your eyes!

All pieces will be selected by a panel of esteemed jurors, including local photographers and arts leaders.

Submit Now: Link in Bio!

03/05/2026

Stop by the rec this week to register from 2:00-8:00. Nine spots are available.🎨✂️🖍