Northwest Night Rides are social group bike rides focused in and around Northwest Philadelphia. They meet every other Wednesday at 7:00 pm and usually end at a bar, brewery, or restaurant.  Anyone is welcome to join – living in Northwest Philly is not a requirement!  Given the geography, most rides involve hills, but they don’t... Read more »

From their event page:  Grab a blanket, meet up with friends and family, and join us for an evening under the stars at our Parkside community movie nights! Each date will focus on a different West Fairmount Park partner and will start with an interactive activity, provided by that partner, followed by a family-friendly movie... Read more »

From their event page:  This spring, show your favorite neighborhood park some love! Love Your Park Week is a nine-day celebration of Philadelphia’s public parks from May 11-19, 2024. In partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Fairmount Park Conservancy, Park Friends Groups across the city will be hosting events & volunteer cleanups for Love... Read more »

From their event page:  Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and experienced bike tour guide Graham Robb on an eight-mile, all-levels bike ride of East Fairmount Park. The guided bike ride will highlight the history, hidden gems, and stories of interesting places in East Fairmount Park. Stops include the birthplace of the park at Lemon Hill Mansion,... Read more »

From their event page:  Join Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Kevin Roche on March 17 from 12:30–3:00 PM for a guided hike to learn about the Trolley Trail’s fascinating past and present. The Fairmount Park Trolley operated in East and West Park from 1896-1946, providing a reliable and enjoyable means of accessing park amenities. Explore the physical remains of... Read more »

Wednesday Night Rides are social bike rides in Philly, every two weeks. Rides start at a variety of locations throughout the city and usually but not always end at a bar or restaurant. Rides are moderately paced (average 8 mph) and prioritize bicycle infrastructure and connecting with other riders. All are welcome! Please check social... Read more »

From their event page:  Grab a blanket, meet up with friends and family, and join us for an evening under the stars at our Parkside community movie nights! Each date will focus on a different West Fairmount Park partner and will start with an interactive activity, provided by that partner, followed by a family-friendly movie... Read more »

From their event page:  This Adult Learn-to-Ride is a 2-hour class for adults or mature teens who are ready to ride a bicycle! Pending weather conditions, it is composed of an outdoor class along a quiet lane in the Azalea Garden to promote social distancing. Students will be shown how to balance, pedal, start, stop,... Read more »

From their event page: Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy and the Vendors Association of FDR Park for a tasty tour of the Southeast Asian Market on October 21 from 10:45 AM–12:30 PM. South Philly is home to a vibrant Southeast Asian community, with many Khmer, Lao, Vietnamese, and Thai residents who have enjoyed FDR Park for decades!... Read more »