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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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Roll Call Fridays at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest May 22 7:00 pm – Sep 04 10:00 pm
Clock out and roll through. Roll Call Fridays is your new go-to Friday night at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest on the Philadelphia Waterfront. Curated by Shekhinah B. of The Women’s Coalition for Empowerment, this weekly roller skating and dance experience brings together live DJs, pop-up performances, and high-energy vibes all summer long. Whether you’re skating, dancing, or...
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Food and Drink
Closed for the Season Concession Hours Vendors open at 4 pm Monday through Friday, and 11 am on Saturday and Sunday. Hours are subject to change. Please note: Vendors close 60 minutes before the park closes. Skating closes 30 minutes before the park closes. Park hours are subject to change. The Lodge Enjoy tasty, seasonal fare in our warm winter Lodge, featuring festive decor in a...
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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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Celebrating Joy: Three (3) Perfect Ways to have the Best Holiday Week on the Delaware River Waterfront in Philadelphia
Enjoy non-stop fun on the Delaware River Waterfront this Holiday Week By Jarreau Freeman Holiday Week on the Delaware River Waterfront is here. Celebrate the magic of the season in Philadelphia - December 22 through January 1 - with a host of activities, and events (including the best New Year’s Eve Parties in Philadelphia), along with amazing eats and spirits, ice skating, and more at...
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VIDEO: 5 Reasons To Be Excited about the Delaware River Trail
The Delaware River Trail (DRT) is changing the game on how you experience your Philadelphia Waterfront. Gone are the days when you were cut off from the water. Thanks to the completion of the trail (officially completed in April 2022), we are increasing accessibility and ushering in an era where foodies, vacationers, staycationers, photographers, workout enthusiasts (or not), families and friends...
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Top 10 Milestones to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Master Plan of the Central Delaware
Did you know that all the amazing public spaces along the Delaware River Waterfront from Pier 68 to Race Street Pier are part of a Master Plan? Did you know this Master Plan took 2.5 years to complete? Yes, 2.5 years of intensive work by consultants, staff, and neighbors to create a plan to reinvigorate six miles of waterfront from Port Richmond to Pennsport. And did you know that since this...
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DRWC Announces Establishment of Youth Activities Fund
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Seasonal Guides
Discover everything the Delaware River Waterfront has to offer in the official 2025–2026 Winterfest Guide, your one-stop resource for planning cozy cabin rentals, skating sessions, waterfront events, and seasonal festivities. Explore entertainment lineups, holiday programming, and family-friendly fun at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest and Cherry Street Pier. Archive Review...
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News Update: Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest closing at 3 pm Today
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest will close at 3 pm for a private event. We open at 1 pm today but will close at 3 pm for a private event. Please reserve your ice skating tickets here.