Just a great place to relax, have lunch, and enjoy the birds and foliage! . The park was not crowded when I went. It was clean,and I enjoyed watching the bustling activity in the Italian Market. read more

If you love rolling hills, turtles, dogs, live music, picnics, and climbing trees, this is the park for you! We stop by Pastorious a few days every week and always enjoy ourselves. It's a rarity to find a park in the city that is so off the beaten path and secluded, yet widely used. If you go in the morning, look out for the multitude of turtles on the wooden island in the pond, and in the summer, don't miss the concert series! read more

Pastorious is the unofficial dog park of Chestnut Hill. It's a beautiful spot and anyone who goes here should be ready to be around dogs. If you want a place to play with kids without dogs, try the park by the water tower. Dog owners are abundant in Chestnut Hill and we need a spot, so I'm against any heavy enforcement of leash laws here. That being said, if your dog jumps on people or can't at least co-exist, be aware of that and make adjustments. Also, pick up after your pup. It makes it better for everyone. The park itself is gorgeous in all seasons and the pond, while not being clear and refreshing looking, adds a water element for dogs. During the summer there are weekly concerts in the park. They are a great way for the community to come together and they are always packed. Bring a picnic and enjoy! read more

The Pastorious Park Summer Concert Series is the oldest one in Philadelphia. In this beautiful park in Chestnut Hill, music fills the air on Wednesday evenings during the summer. If I'm in Philadelphia I usually find at least one concert featuring rock or indie music to attend. You can picnic here or just bring wine & cheese. Water, juices, and light snacks are for sale. The musicians perform on a tree shaded stage surrounded by a moat. The concerts are free but of course you can give a donation to support them. Parking is on the street although a lot of us can walk to Pastorious Park from where we live. Last evening I heard one of my favorite Indie bands - Parsonsfield - perform in an awesome concert. At some point there is prob a concert that will fit your musical tastes as well! read more

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Pastorius Park is nestled away in Chestnut Hill a few blocks west of Germantown Avenue by Hartwell and Abington. It is a pretty big green space that is dog friendly and usually draws a pretty good crowd. Dogs and their owners venture out at all times of the day in any type of weather to enjoy this park. During the summer months the Chestnut Hill Community Association puts on live concerts that are free to the public. These outdoor concerts are held on Wednesday nights in the park and usually start around 7:30 pm. There is a natural amphitheater that become packed with camping chairs, picnic baskets, dogs, and people of all ages. Feel fring to bring your cooler or favorite bottle of wine to relax and listen to the sweet music. It's a BYOB picnic party from 7-10 every Wednesday night. read more

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I came here for the first time with some friends as we were looking for somewhere to eat our cakes from the Night Kitchen a few minutes away, having no idea that it was a dog park. Luckily we weren't harassed by brazen pooches, but I see how this could be problematic. In any case, the park (at least that day) was the very definition of picturesque, and all of us being dog people, we were thoroughly entertained as well. Unfortunately, the park is not enclosed, so I can't bring my puppy here, but I hope to once he's better trained or mellowed out, whichever comes first. EDIT 10/20/11: I've revised my star rating from four to three stars, because apparently this is one of the worst places you can take your dog. Not only is it not fenced in, but apparently the lake in the middle of the park is filthy and has seriously sickened many dogs. Owner beware. Still a nice place for an on-leash stroll, though. read more

As dog parks go, I've seen better. It's a much larger area for your dog to run around than your average dog park, however, I'd give it 2.5/5 stars for the following reasons: 1. It's not an official dog park, so there are no poop bags or doggie water stations. So bring your own bags, water, and bowl. (there is a fountain for humans) 2. The pond in the middle of the park is stagnant and gross. I've seen dogs enjoy swimming in it, but I imagine it's not healthy for them. 3. In the summer, the pond seems to breed large swarms of gnats. I found it hard to enjoy the park being swarmed by the tiny pests. 4. There are roads right next to the park with no fences, so make sure your dog is trained to be off-leash! (Technically, they are not supposed to come off leash at all, but that's rarely enforced) read more

Pastorious Park is a quaint, tucked away patch of dream for the family of Chestnut Hill pooches. There are tons of shady trees, benches (some underneath said shady trees), dogs, and owners. There is also a pond there for the aqua-dogs to fetch in or just take a dip to cool off. It is well known as a "dog park"- ask any local. Be weary though- some park rangers have been known to patrol on those days when they have NOTHING ELSE BETTER TO DO and yell at people to put their dogs on leashes. Better way to spend their salaries? Yep, you guessed it- a fence. read more

In the summer, Wednesday nights are reserved for FREE concerts in the park! Bring a blanket and a bottle of wine, the kiddos, dogs, or pretty much anything you want to chill out and enjoy the evening. Great place to relax with the feel of the burbs in the heart of Chestnut Hill!! See you there! read more

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Grew up next to this park just about 100 yards away. I loved this park and I have participated in a few concerts there on Summer's evenings. To call this a "dog park" is a gross in justice. It is a dog friendly place, but it is a family friendly neighborhood park. Great for picnics and such. I agree, yes, the man-made pond needs to be cleaned out more often. It can become stagnant as with any lake or pond. Fairmount Park used to maintain this better. It is one of those areas effected by budget cuts I am guessing. But this park in Chestnut Hill is a wonderful place to hang out with family, friends, and even your dog. read more

Nice place to chill w/ lots of trees, an open field and many dogs. Free concerts here in the summer. Great for canines, and people too!

Over the years, I've played numerous concerts in this hidden gem (with different bands) and it is always a highlight of my summer to perform at Pastorius Park. Great knowledgeable crowds who seem to "get" the music, both classical & jazz. Now that I live less than 2 miles from this park, I'm even more thrilled. I get to hear other bands (now & then) during the summer, and get to enjoy the park during the day when I can take my dog. Jasper the dog says woof. Five woofs as a matter of fact! read more

So relaxing to be here. Love this park. My wife took me here first 30 years ago. We go there with our kids and granddaughter now. Convenient to the shops and restaurants of Chestnut Hill. Highly recommend for a quick chill spot, a picnic, or Frisbee party. read more

Rocco and I had a blast and will def. be back. I am giving 3 stars because of the drive for me from Ardsley was a bit much. But def will be back some Sat. read more

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We're so lucky this park is just a couple of blocks from our house. We didn't give it much thought when we first moved in, but then we got a dog and take her their twice a day. If you're not a dog person, this is definitely not the place for you. Also, a word of warning, if you want to picnic here, I would NOT setup near the center of the park, as this is where the dogs congregate (and urinate), but closer to the edges or somewhere a little more discreet. I've seen plenty a picnic ruined by poached hoagies and other things a dog would find tasty. With that said, most of the dog owners that come are pretty responsible at policing their dogs' behavior, and overly aggressive dogs tend to get 'banished' or shamed, so to speak. Also, like the previous reviewer mentioned, the free Wednesday concerts are great to spend a summer evening. Bring a bottle of wine or some beer and snacks and take in some music. The concerts run from mid June to late July and the acts are always pretty talented. Unleashed dogs are very much frowned upon during these concerts. read more

This is Mecca for pups. Wide open park that is an informal off the leash dog park. A pond in the center, with a small woods on one side and a field on the other. The park is large, but exposed two roads on two sides. They are slow moving residential streets, but I wouldn't take a dog unless it is well trained. read more

Topaz and I had a great time here. A good park for the dogs to stretch their legs. The other dog owners were considerate and responsible. And the best part was the pond! read more

As a dog park its a 3. Not fenced in and not officially a dog park, but otherwise a nice place. It also gets 3 stars in summer because of the mosquitos and the nasty pond that is the breeding ground for them. I am stunned people let their dogs swim/drink in that yucky still water that looks like a cesspool. They need a fountain or something at a minimum. The pastorius concerts are great. Cool venue and you can bring a picnic, wine, cooler and blanket and enjoy the acts for free. The only knock again being the annoying mosquitos and gnats. Bring your bug spray! You've been warned. read more

This is no longer a place where you can let your dog run off leash. Because of some recent dog fights the police are now ticketing anyone whose dog is not on a leash. Unfortunately a few irresponsible dog owners have ruined it for the rest. read more

This is NOT a dog park. Rude owners let their dogs run freely often following far behind. Dogs growl, bark, jump up on you and the owners don't understand why you don't like it. Do I let my kid run up to you, slobber you and then scream in your face?? Answer-no. No I don't. The law in the park is to have your dog on a leash at ALL times. read more