Recreation

Any questions or concerns, please contact:

[email protected]

[email protected]

Thursday October 24, 2025 3 pm to 7pm please join us for 1st Responder Appreciation Day Click the link for additional details.

Firefly park is OPEN!

The park will be closed for the season effective Monday, November 4, 2024. See you in the spring!

Firefly Field is FREE to ALL Matamoras residents.  Firefly Field passes are available at no charge to residents at the borough office.  This now includes a child visiting with a proof of resident’s pass (i.e. grandchild, niece, nephew). 

There is a $1 per person entry fee for non borough residents.

You can also inquire about passes via email: [email protected].

Please help keep our park clean and litter free!

Splash Pad -Closed for the season

Dog Park:

Pooch Passes for the dog park are available at the borough office and are required to enter this area of the park.  Pooch Passes are free for Matamoras residents, $15 per family per calendar year for non borough residents. Applications can be found under the forms section of our website. Proof of rabies vaccine and a valid dog license is required.

Pavilions

There are multiple pavilions available for rent at the park for special events and parties.  Contact the borough office for more details on how to reserve a pavilion.  Rental application forms can be found under the forms section of our website.

Lowes Grove: Is a private picnic area inside Firefly park for children’s parties. The area accommodates 25-30 people; picnic tables with umbrellas.

Drake Pavilion: The Drake Pavilion is located behind Firefly park. This pavilion accommodates up to 40 guests; there is a grill and electric onsite.

Vocci Pavilion: The Vocci Pavilion is our largest space available for rent. It is located at the far end of the park, located near the dog park and pickle-ball courts. There is electric and a fire pit for grilling.

Don’t forget to visit the Veterans Memorial Park and Education Center located behind the football field.  Contact the [email protected] or call 570-491-2771 for information regarding pavilion rentals for special services or events.