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Save the Date! Top Can't-Miss Events Happening on the Delaware River Waterfront this Spring
Whip out your calendars, Philly, and prepare to save some dates, because your favorite warm-weather activities are returning to the Delaware River Waterfront along with a few surprises, too. Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and so much more are awaiting you. So, without further ado, we can’t wait to see you at ... The Delaware River Trail Dedication Join us for...
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10 Movies To Get You Primed for Summertime
By Sarah Mueller cinéSPEAK Sarah Mueller, the founder and director of cinéSPEAK, curated the ultimate water-themed movie list that will inspire, humor, and remind you of just how magical our waterways can be. So while we practice physical distancing, take a deep dive into her top 10 film recommendations. We promise you won’t be disappointed. #MyPhillyWaterfront If You’re Scared to Go in...
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Proposals for Waterfront Arts General Programming
Request for Proposals: Waterfront Arts Programming The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is seeking proposals artists and arts organizations to bring new and exciting programming to the Waterfront through June 2020. DRWC is using the term “programming” to mean a piece, project, program, or performance from any artistic discipline (think light installation, sculpture, concert, and...
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Food and Drink
Open May 23, 2025, through September 28, 2025 Concession Hours Monday – Thursday: 4 pm – 9:30 pm Friday: 4 pm – 10:30 pm Saturday: 11 am – 10:30 pm Sunday: 11 am – 9:30 pm Please note that hours for some vendors may vary. Admission into the park is free and open to the public. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. During park hours, at least one concession stand is always open....
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Cherry Street Pier Opening October 12
On October 12th, 2018, Philadelphians will have the opportunity to enter into the newly transformed Cherry Street Pier -- a 64,000 square foot former municipal shipping pier that is being converted into a vibrant public destination that showcases Philadelphia’s creative community and establishes a new model for public space. With a budget of $5M, the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC)...
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RFPs and Bussiness Opportunities
Current RFps and Business Opportunities There are currently no open RFPs or business opportunities. Check back for updates. Archived RFPs and Business Opportunities For updates about waterfront planning and development information The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is a nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for the benefit of the City of Philadelphia and its...
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Funding for the Penn's Landing Cap and Civic Space Announced
Governor Tom Wolf, Mayor Jim Kenney, and Janet Haas of the William Penn Foundation, announced their respective financial commitments to complete funding for a $225 million transformative project that will once again reconnect Penn’s Landing back to the City and nearby historic attractions, a connection that was broken when I-95 was constructed in the mid-70s. "We are showing how...
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join our mailing list Sign up for information about exciting events, waterfront development, and DRWC news delivered straight to your inbox. Who We Are & What We Do The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation organized exclusively for the benefit of the City of Philadelphia and its citizens. The fundamental purpose of DRWC is to design, develop,...
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Austen Camille Weymueller's "Here, Twice a Day, We Are Held by the Ocean" Jun 20 – Oct 05
Step into a one-of-a-kind art experience along the waterfront. Here, Twice a Day, We Are Held by the Ocean is a special installation that combines sculpture and augmented reality (AR) animation, designed to connect you with the rhythms of the Delaware River. Inspired by how the ocean’s tides shift the river’s waters twice a day, this outdoor artwork brings the story of rising seas and our...
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Business Opportunity: Apply to be a Food Vendor at Cherry Street Pier or Spruce Street Harbor Park
Exciting news! The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is looking for local restaurateurs to lease space and operate seasonal operations within Cherry Street Pier and Spruce Street Harbor Park this summer on the Philadelphia Waterfront. Why should you apply? Well, for the last 5 years, Cherry Street Pier has been a premier arts destination in Philadelphia, playing host to hundreds of...
