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Cherry Street Pier Development

The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation announced their plan to transform Philadelphia’s Municipal Pier 9 into the Cherry Street Pier, creating a multi-functional public community space for creative collaboration and civic engagement. The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation is investing $683,000 in the project to test a model for repurposing civic spaces to help cities increase economic...

Pier 68 History and Design

The half-acre Pier 68, located at the end of Pier 70 Boulevard at the Delaware River, is a place to relax and enjoy the distinctive views of the city skyline and the river, a place to learn about the tidal ecology of the Delaware River and its watershed, and a place for recreational fishing and public gathering. Each new park built by DRWC is tailored specifically to its location and to public...

Pier 68 Public Meeting

UPDATE: public meeting will begin at 7PM Come ready to share your ideas and chat with the Design Team and your neighbors.

Fishing with Friends at Pier 68 May 16 11:00 am – Oct 17 2:00 pm

Cast a line and enjoy the Philly Waterfront at Fishing with Friends, a free, family-friendly program at Pier 68 on the Delaware River. All ages and skill levels welcome. Every Third Saturday from May to October. Hosted by Riverways in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, this hands-on experience is perfect for beginners and seasoned anglers alike. Learn about the 60+...

Pier 68 Ribbon Cutting

DIRECTIONS TO RACE STREET PIER

FROM THE NORTH Take I-95 South to Exit 22 (676/Central Philadelphia / Independence Hall / Callowhill Street). Exit will split, follow 676 East / Callowhill Street. At the light at the end of the ramp, make a left onto Callowhill Street. Follow Callowhill Street approximately 3 blocks where it ends at Columbus Boulevard. Make a left onto Columbus Boulevard. Continue South on Columbus Boulevard...

FESTIVAL PIER PARKING LOT

Columbus Blvd and Spring Garden Street Monday - Sunday: $20 Oversized vehicles: $40 Open 24 hrs Contact: 215-928-8807 or 267-228-1974

DIRECTIONS TO FESTIVAL PIER

FROM THE NORTHTake I-95 South to Exit 23 (Girard Ave towards Lehigh Ave). Keep left at the fork and merge onto E Girard Ave. Turn left onto E Berks St. Turn right onto Delaware Ave, which will become Columbus Blvd. Festival Pier will be on the left, just past the intersection with Spring Garden. FROM THE SOUTHTake I-95 North to Exit 20 (Columbus Boulevard/Washington Avenue/Penn’s Landing). At...