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Delaware River Waterfront Corporation and PECO Announce and Celebrate 30th Anniversary PECO Multicultural Series
PHILADELPHIA (May 29, 2025) – Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC), the steward of the waterfront, alongside its longtime partner PECO, announced today its 30th Anniversary PECO Multicultural Series. Since 1995, PECO has supported the Delaware River Waterfront’s Multicultural Series, an annual, free series of festivals that draws thousands of attendees each year to celebrate their...
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Philadelphia's Most Spectacular New Year's Eve Tradition Returns with the Addition of a New Year's Day Fireworks Show
PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 13, 2021) – The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is excited to bring Philadelphians and visitors an exceptional lineup of festivities to ring in the New Year. With the holiday falling on a Friday night, folks can celebrate well into New Year’s Day with the VISIT PHILADELPHIA New Year’s Day Fireworks Spectacular. And of course, the ultimate tradition for...
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Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront & Mummers Parade, Celebrating 125 years of Mummers Tradition, Set the Stage for Spectacular Start to 2026
PHILADELPHIA (November 6, 2025) — The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC), producer of Philadelphia’s iconic Visit PA New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront, and organizers of the city’s beloved Mummers Parade, came together today to announce their plans to ring in the new year, as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th Anniversary in 2026. DRWC announced the return of Visit...
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Developers Chosen for the Spring Garden Site
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) today designated the partnership of Jefferson Apartment Group and Haverford Properties (Jefferson/Haverford) as its development partner for the Spring Garden Street site, located at the intersection of Spring Garden Street and Delaware Ave/Columbus Blvd along the Central Delaware River waterfront. The development, to be designed by architect Cecil...
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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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Survey: Take the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Survey for Your Chance to Win Cool Summer Prizes!
Take the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest survey to win prizes that will prepare you for the warm-weather season! Take the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Survey Today Another season is over, and we want to hear from you. Your feedback is important to us as we continue to enhance your experience each season. Complete our brief survey on Independence Blue Cross...
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Washington Avenue Connector Update: End of Summer Update
If you’ve been near Washington Avenue recently, you’ve probably noticed a lot of activity. Crews are hard at work making significant upgrades to the streetscape, sidewalks, and bike paths—all designed to make this corridor safer, greener, and more welcoming for everyone. Here’s a look at what’s been done, what’s happening next, and what you can expect when it’s all complete. What’s Been...
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Washington Avenue Connector Update - Winter 2026
Exciting changes are happening along Washington Avenue, making this busy corridor more walkable, bikeable, and welcoming for everyone. Over the past few months, crews completed major upgrades near Jefferson Square Park and beyond. This includes new sidewalks, curbs, tree pits, pedestrian lighting, ADA-accessible ramps, and even a 14-foot-wide multi-use trail stretching from 4th Street to 2nd...
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Penn's Landing
A New Penn's Landing on the Delaware River Waterfront DRWC is reconnecting Philadelphia to its river's edge with the creation of a transformational new Penn’s Landing Cap and Civic Space at the heart of the city’s waterfront. This project will include three key elements: - A 11.5-acre park and civic space between Chestnut Street and Walnut Street, Front Street to the river, connecting...
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Spring Garden Connector
Spring Garden Connector Project DRWC in conjunction with the Northern Liberties Neighbors Association (NLNA), unveiled the completion of the Spring Garden Connector Project on December 20, 2016. The project incorporates long-awaited lighting and streetscape development to transform the I-95 and Market-Frankford El underpass and to improve the connection to the Waterfront. As part...
