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EVENT UPDATE: Army Band Concert and Fireworks
Due to the pending inclement weather, tonight's Pershing’s Own concert by The United States Army Band and the fireworks display at the Delaware River Waterfront have been cancelled. Two more nights of great concerts and another spectacular fireworks display are still on the books for this weekend! More info visit https://welcomeamerica.com/.
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Make Your Voice Heard
Here we are. Again. You may remember last year’s proposal for a gas station to be located at Columbus Boulevard and Tasker Street in Pennsport, along Philadelphia’s iconic waterfront. DRWC wrote an op-ed explaining why this proposal should be denied and we asked you to submit letters to the City of Philadelphia’s ZBA (Zoning Board of Adjustment) in opposition to that project and, in the face of...
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GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop May 03 1:00 pm – May 25 4:00 pm
Join us for the GrioXArts Flag Bandana Workshop (Studio 3) on select days in May. The workshop is free and open to the public. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Schedule Saturday, May 3 - Sunday, May 4 Saturday, May 17 - Sunday, May 18 Saturday, May 24 - Sunday, May 25 About GrioxArts: GrioXArts (“gree-oh arts”) is a collaborative endeavor fueled by Santé and Kara Mshinda’s...
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Green Philly’s 2nd Annual EcoFair May 17 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join us for Green Philly’s 2nd Annual EcoFair on Saturday, May 17, from 12 pm to 6 pm at Cherry Street Pier—rain or shine. Admission is free and open to the public. A suggested donation of $5 is welcome. Register for Free for the EcoFair Embark on an immersive journey into sustainability at EcoFair, Green Philly's second annual family-friendly event showcasing the region's...
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Spruce Street Harbor Park Shift Supervisor (Seasonal/Part-Time)
Join the Spruce Street Harbor Park team! We are seeking a shift supervisor (seasonal/part-time) to join the Spruce Street Harbor Park team, Philadelphia's premier outdoor beer garden and Waterfront oasis with hammocks and local, Philly fare. The position must be filled by an individual with excellent customer service skills. Day-to-day operations include but are not limited to,...
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Update: DRT Extension Open House Held on October 14
Delaware River Trail Extension Open House Update On Saturday, October 14, the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) hosted an open house to present the progressed trail concept designs to the public. The progressed designs include fully developed concept plans, rendered perspectives, and material and planting graphics to help visitors visualize the future trail. The planning graphics...
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Jazz Summer Nights at Spruce Street Harbor Park Aug 08 7:30 pm – Aug 28 10:00 pm
Join us on Fridays in August for the return of Jazz to the waterfront. Each Friday, join us for a free jazz concert at the Lazy Hammock bar and stage at Spruce Street Harbor Park. The event is open to the public. All ages are welcome. Schedule Friday, August 8 Friday, August 15 Friday, August 22 Friday, August 29 Don't forget to enjoy our amazing food and drink options! Parking...
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Spring Garden Development Site
Used for many years as the City’s incinerator site and car impoundment lot, and later as an outdoor concert venue, the site known as Festival Pier--a collection of pier structures at the base of Spring Garden Street--was identified in the Master Plan for the Central Delaware as a priority site for a robust mixed-use development with well-designed public space that feels like a natural extension...
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I-95 CAP Construction Update: Southbound Columbus Boulevard will be reduced to One Lane as Construction continues on the new Park at Penn’s Landing
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recently announced that Columbus Boulevard will be reduced to a single lane at Penn’s Landing for approximately one (1) year. This work is tentatively scheduled for utility construction on Monday, July 15, 2024, as part of the new Park at Penn’s Landing project. Park at Penn's Landing Construction, Penn's Landing, June 2024...
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August 1 Event Updates
Heads up! The following events have been canceled or postponed for today - Thursday, August 1, 2024: Live and Local at Spruce Street Harbor Park featuring Ruby the Hatchet has been postponed. Check back for updates on the rescheduled date. Wellness on the Waterfront at Race Street Pier, presented by Independence Blue Cross, was scheduled for 6 p.m. but has been canceled due to...
