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Water Taxi RFP
ANNOUNCEMENT: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Water Taxis RFP The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is hereby seeking proposals from reputable, qualified and experienced firms demonstrating their qualifications to provide professional construction management and inspection services, as well as general management for the construction of four (4) Shorelink Shuttle Terminal sites along the...
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Update: Christian Street and Washington Avenue Construction
Heads up! Construction has begun on the final segments of the Delaware River Trail -- the eastside of Columbus Boulevard between Christian Street and Washington Avenue. Road work and detours will continue for two months. Washington Avenue and Columbus Boulevard are busy, complex intersections. But we’re excited that the additional pedestrian improvements planned for this part of the trail...
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Extensión del sendero del Río Delaware - Jornada de Puertas Abiertas
Tras completar un nuevo tramo del sendero del río Delaware (Delaware River Trail), de Fishtown a South Philly, la Delaware River Waterfront Corporation está trabajando en una ampliación del sendero hacia el norte. Este nuevo tramo se extenderá entre el parque Penn Treaty y la avenida Lehigh, incluyendo una conexión con el futuro parque Graffiti Pier. Acuda a nuestra Jornada de puertas abiertas...
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I-95 CAP Update: Market Street Ramp to I-95 South will remain closed until November
Updated: Monday, March 31, 2025 The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced Monday, March 31, that the Market Street Ramp to Interstate 95 South in Philadelphia will remain closed until November for construction under PennDOT’s $328.9 million I-95 CAP project. The ramp was closed on March 24 for Philadelphia Water Department work and will remain closed until November...
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RFP: Delaware River Trail Alignment & Access Conceptual Study— Columbia Avenue to Cumberland Street
Review the Pre-Proposal Meeting held on Thursday, August 25, 2022. Applications are due September 26, 2022, at 4 pm. The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) requests proposals from design professionals to perform conceptual/feasibility planning for the future alignment of the Delaware River Trail (DRT) from its current northern terminus at Penn Treaty Park (Columbia Avenue) north to...
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Parks and Attractions Manager
Join the Parks and Attractions Team! The Parks and Attractions Manager will be responsible for managing the daily operations of Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) Parks and Attractions, including but not limited to the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and Cherry Street Pier. Reporting to the Director of Parks and...
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(Ticketed Event) New Year’s Eve Parties on Ice with Fireworks Dec 31 – Jan 01 '26
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at one of Philly’s most festive waterfront traditions - Parties on Ice at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. Reserve Your Parties On Ice Tickets Today Dance, skate, and ring in the New Year with spectacular views of the Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront at 6 PM and midnight. Party Times: Party One: 5 PM – 8 PM...
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I-95 CAP Update: Winter Construction Update
PennDot recently announced several updates on the I-95 CAP construction on Penn’s Landing, which continues this winter. Their update focused on the current retaining wall, South Street Pedestrian Bridge, utility work, and upcoming work for 2025. Current Work: Retaining Walls: Workers are building retaining walls at Chestnut and Walnut Streets and the CAP’s east abutment wall east of...
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In Remembrance of Jodie Milkman
On behalf of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) Board of Directors and Staff, we share our profound sadness over the passing of our beloved Executive Vice President, Jodie Milkman. Jodie was more than an exceptional leader—she was the heart and soul of the Delaware River Waterfront for over 30 years. Her dedication to enhancing the lives of millions of residents and visitors in...
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Spruce Street Harbor Park Directions and parking
Address for GPS: 401 South Columbus, Philadelphia, PA 19106 BY BUS SEPTA Bus Routes 21, 33 and 42 stop at the Great Plaza. Enter the Great Plaza and follow the river South. The park will be located straight ahead. Or take Route 25 on Columbus Boulevard. Get off of Dock Street stop. BY RAIL Use the SEPTA Market-Frankford stop at 2nd street. Cross over I-95 and Columbus Blvd via the...