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Port Richmond Waterfront & Graffiti Pier Planning Study RFP
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is hereby seeking proposals from reputed, qualified and experienced firms for a comprehensive planning and design study of Pier 18 (also known as Graffiti Pier) and other areas of the Port Richmond waterfront. A pre-proposal meeting will be held on Thursday, June 13 at 2:00 pm at the DRWC offices at 121 N. Columbus Blvd. DRWC will accept all...
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Area Under I-95
Share your thoughts on the changes to the area under I-95. Please take our survey to weigh in. Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is working with PennDOT and the City of Philadelphia to refresh the 55 acres of space under I-95 from Columbia Avenue to Ann Street. While a joint agreement is in the works, DRWC will soon oversee maintenance, security, parking, and...
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The Delaware River Waterfront Corporations Announces the Visit PA New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront
PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 20, 2024) –The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is proud to once again host and produce Philadelphia’s most beloved New Year’s Eve tradition with an exciting lineup of festivities to ring in the New Year. This year’s fireworks are brought to you by Vis PA and will feature two breathtaking shows at 6pm and Midnight, plus Parties on Ice (skating ticket $63;...
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PECO Multicultural Series Returns for It's 29th Season
(Philadelphia, PA - July 2, 2024) – Celebrating 29 years on the Delaware River Waterfront, the long-standing PECO Multicultural Series is back with a roster of free events that celebrate Philadelphia’s vibrant and diverse communities and commemorate the city’s rich cultural history. PECO and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation are proud to join forces once again, to celebrate the...
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Media Advisory: Love Is in the Air at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest with the Sweetheart Skate
WHAT: The 30th Anniversary season of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is coming to a close on February 19th. But there is still one last big event - the most romantic event of the season: the annual Sweetheart Skate. Ticket holders will celebrate Valentine’s Day with premium ice skating, flowers, slow jams by a local DJ, boardwalk games and rides, and cozy cabins, firepits, or the...
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Fringe Bar
Located on the Delaware River Waterfront inside a historical pumping station, Fringe Bar is Philadelphia’s newest addition to the FringeArts Building. The recently renovated bar and restaurant (formerly La Peg) provide an expansive venue for memorable dining and entertainment experiences for the whole family. The menu consists of soulful gastropub cuisine, influenced by Chef Kenneth Bush's...
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Penn's Landing CAP and Civic Space Groundbreaking
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Grammy-Nominated Jazz Artists The Baylor Project and Jamison Ross Headline Free, Weekend-Long Jazz Festival on the Delaware River Waterfront on August 25-26
PHILADELPHIA, PA (June 28, 2023) – Six-time Grammy-nominated and NAACP Image Award Winner, The Baylor Project, and Grammy-nominated soul artist Jamison Ross will headline the two-day Waterfront Jazz Festival on the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing on Friday, August 25 and Saturday, August 26. The Waterfront Jazz Festival is presented by The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) and...
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The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation partners with The Durst Organization to Redevelop Key Parcel along the Delaware Waterfront into Vibrant, Mixed-Use Community
(Philadelphia, PA) - The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) and The Durst Organization have signed an agreement to redevelop a large parking lot north of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge into a multi-use residential project. The 1.6-acre parcel, located between Vine and Callowhill streets on the west side of Columbus Boulevard, is key to DRWC’s Master Plan for the Central Delaware to...
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Summer on the Waterfront: Media Moments
Make summer yours! To celebrate the start of the summer season, the Delaware River Waterfront was featured in several media outlets, highlighting its most beloved destinations, including Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and Cherry Street Pier. 20+ Spots to Watch Fireworks on Philly's Delaware River Waterfront on June 28, 2025 (Visit Philly)...
