Department of Parks & Recreation

Location & Hours:

Parks Office (3000 Parkway Blvd)

M-F
8:00am—4:00pm

About

The mission of the Department of Parks and Recreation is to improve the quality of life through clean, safe and beautiful parks and trails. We provide access to fields, pavilions and park resources. We develop engaging recreation opportunities and exciting events for all.  

 

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Comprehensive Recreation, Open Space & Parks Plan
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Youth Climate Action Fund
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MyRec- Parks Register for Programs and Reserve Facilities
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Contact

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Contact Information
Department of Parks and Recreation

Phone

610-437-7757

Popular Services

Special Event Permits

Apply to host your own event in the City of Allentown. 
Special Event Permits

Apply to host your own event in the City of Allentown. 

Special Event Permits

Bureaus

Resources

Register for Programs and Reserve Facilities
Register for Programs and Reserve Facilities...
Allentown Parks Locator
Allentown Parks Locator...
MyRec- Parks Register for Programs and Reserve Facilities
MyRec- Parks Register for Programs and Reserve Fac...
Bird Town Pennsylvania
Bird Town Pennsylvania...

Events

07 Nov 2026 Marching Band Championships Saturday 08:00 AM Cedar Creek Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
01 Nov 2026 Dia de los Muertos Festival Sunday 02:30 PM Arts Park Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
15 Nov 2026 D&L Race Fest Sunday 07:00 AM Hamilton & 8th St Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
25 Nov 2026 Lights in the Parkway 5k Wednesday 07:00 PM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
28 Nov 2026 West End Block Party Saturday 12:00 PM 19th & Liberty st Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
30 Nov 2026 Lights in the Parkway’s - 30th Year Anniversary Celebration Monday 05:30 PM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania This year, we’re celebrating our 30th Anniversary by bringing back one of the most nostalgic experiences of all—the beloved Horse & Carriage rides (more details to follow) and live enterta... Read More
02 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Monday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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03 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Tuesday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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04 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Wednesday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, 3, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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05 Nov 2026 Street Sweeping/Leaf Pick-Up Thursday 12:00 AM Allentown Pennsylvania

Street Sweeping - Districts 1, 2, 3, and 9.

Leaf Pick-Up - Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

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Laws

Chapter 425 - Parks and Recreation Areas
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