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Discover the Magic of Winter 2023-2024: Your Ultimate Guide to Delaware River Waterfront's Seasonal Delights and Festive Wonders
Plan your next visit to the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation by reviewing our 2023-2024 Winter Guide. Learn about exciting happenings, beautiful parks, and upcoming projects. Have the guide at your fingertips and download it today. Review the current guide and past seasonal guides.
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The Delaware River Trail is Extending North!
THE DELAWARE RIVER TRAIL EXTENDS NORTH! A new segment of the Delaware River Trail was recently completed between South Philly and Fishtown and is already heavily used by both residents and visitors. The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is now studying an extension of the trail north between Penn Treaty Park and Lehigh Avenue, including a connection to the future Graffiti Pier Park....
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Winter On The Delaware River Waterfront 2022-2023 Coverage
The Delaware River Waterfront parks and public spaces were mentioned nearly 200 times in various local and national media outlets during the Winter 2022-2023 Season. Here are some of the highlights: The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Kicks Off This Month Featuring Their Tree Lighting, S’More Kits, Games, and More (Wooder Ice) Tree Lighting, Ice Skating, Rides & More! Winterfest at...
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Media Advisory: Spectacular Performances and Holiday Cheer Abound at the 2022 Holiday Tree Lighting at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
(Philadelphia, PA) Thousands of bright lights will light up the tree and the sky as the holiday season kicks into high gear, and the clock officially starts for the countdown to New Year’s Eve on the Delaware River Waterfront. This year’s headlining performers include NBC’s American Song Contest’s Alexis Cunningham and Nitro Nitra. The full two-hour stage program will feature 13 acts and 40...
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Our America Now Event Update
(Philadelphia, PA) - Due to anticipated attendance size, Our America Now will be moving to The Oval XP on the Parkway on Friday, July 1st from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wawa Welcome America Waterfront Fireworks are still scheduled for Friday, July 1st at 9:30 p.m. Fireworks can be enjoyed along the Delaware River Waterfront. Cherry Street Pier, Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Spruce Street Harbor...
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RFP: Food Vendor for Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
DRWC is seeking proposals from restaurateurs, restaurant groups, artisan food vendors, or individuals to lease space and operate a high-quality food and non-alcoholic beverage seasonal operation within Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest. Therefore, RFP submissions should reflect how the vendor will: Provide a concept with a distinctive experience that will cater to local residents and...
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North Bay Education Foundation & Science Leadership Academy Project
North Bay Education Foundation is partnering with Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, Natural Lands Trust, and Science Leadership Academy Middle School to facilitate student directed environmental investigations and action projects on the Delaware Riverfront. Students will achieve academic standards in Language Arts, Math and Science while engaging in inquiry based authentic scientific...
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DRWC Announces Campaign to Raise Funds to Outfit and Furnish New Penn's Landing Park
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is excited to announce a capital campaign to raise funds to outfit the new Park at Penn’s Landing, and that the campaign has launched with a $2 million challenge grant from The Pew Charitable Trusts; $4 million more is needed to reach the fundraising goal. Specifically, the funds will be used to outfit the park with landscaping, such as...
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Penn's Landing Development Opportunity: Request for Proposals
JLL on behalf of DRWC is pleased to issue this RFP for the development of two prime waterfront sites on the Delaware River at Penn’s Landing. This RFP seeks interest from qualified persons and firms to pursue the exciting opportunity to transform one or both of these sites into mixeduse developments with spectacular views of the Delaware River north and south, the existing and planned parks, and...
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Firms Chosen for Graffiti Pier and Wetlands Projects Along Philadelphia Waterfront
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation has selected two firms to lead planning, design and public engagement portions of two different, high-profile development projects along Philadelphia’s growing Delaware River Waterfront. DRWC has announced the selection of two firms to lead the multi-tiered planning and design process for two of the organization’s most anticipated development projects...
