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

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
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Street Cleaning Events

Week of March 30, 2026 thru April 2, 2026

Street Cleaning is scheduled for Districts 1, 2, 3 & 9. Ticketing will take place so please move your vehicles during the respective time and day for scheduled cleaning. Note District 9 will begin at 3:00 AM all other Districts will begin at 8:00 am. Courtesy Tickets will take place in District 3.

No events are currently scheduled.

Laws

Chapter 425 - Parks and Recreation Areas
Chapter 425 - Parks and Recreation Areas...
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