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  • Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest to Return to the Waterfront On November 26 with Favorite Traditions and New Surprises

    (Philadelphia, PA) The 28th Season of Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest officially kicks off on Black Friday, November 26 and will run through March 6, 2022. Between the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation’s (DRWC) signature National Hockey League sized ice skating rink; 60-foot Ferris Wheel; thousands of sparkling lights; a 40+ foot holiday tree; s’mores kits for purchase to cook around the fire...

  • Final Weekend and the Papal Visit

    We're not letting the Papal visit get in the way of celebrating our final weekend at both Blue Cross RiverRink and Spruce Street Harbor Park Presented by Univest/Valley Green Bank. In fact, we're encouraging all of those people who are off from work, who have kids that aren't in school, or people who want their chance at a hammock to stop on by that weekend.  Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest...

  • Philadelphia's Favorite Holiday Traditions Return as Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Opens for the Season on November 29,2019

      Outdoor ​Ice​ ​Skating by the Ben Franklin Bridge, Newly Decorated Cabins, S’mores​ ​on the ​Fire​ ​Pits,​ ​Warming​ ​Food​ ​and​ ​Drink​ ​Specials​ ​in ​The​ ​Lodge, All Set in​ ​a​ ​Sparkling​ ​Winter​ ​Wonderland The holiday season is all about cozying up with friends and family to share in favorite winter traditions, and the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is excited to...

  • Summer on the Waterfront Returns with the Opening of Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest and More

     DRWC is thrilled to announce the return of a full summer on the Waterfront with fantastic new food and drink, time-ticketed roller skating, cashless arcade games, and of course all of the COVID protocols in place to allow for a safe, relaxed, and fun summer 2021.   The Delaware River Waterfront, Philadelphia’s most sprawling and beloved al fresco summertime destination, announces the return...

  • Philadelphia’s Favorite Winter Waterfront Tradition Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Returns! Plus, Holiday Art Show and Artist Gift Guide at Cherry Street Pier

    PHILADELPHIA (November 3, 2025) — The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) invites all to embrace the magic of the season as the Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest returns for its 2025 – 2026 season, opening Friday, November 28, 2025. In addition to the beloved skating tradition, DRWC will spread festive cheer along the Waterfront with holiday offerings at Cherry Street Pier,...

  • The Delaware River Waterfront Celebrates 30 Years of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest with Annual NYE Fireworks on the Waterfront

    PHILADELPHIA, PA (December 7, 2023) –The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is proud to once again host Philadelphia’s most beloved New Year’s Eve tradition with an exciting lineup of festivities to ring in the New Year.  This year’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront will celebrate 30 Years of Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest and, once again, feature TWO shows at 6...

  • Summer Sounds Concert Series: Tommy Conwell & The Young Rumbers Jun 27 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

    Spend your summer night on the Waterfront with Tommy Conwell & The Young Rumbers, live at INDEPENDENCE BLUE CROSS RIVERINK SUMMERFEST as part of the Summer Sounds Concert Series. Free and open to the public. All ages! Get ready for a standout night on the waterfront with Tommy Conwell & The Young Rumbers, live at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest as part of the Summer Sounds...

  • FAQ RACE STREET PIER

    What are the hours of the Race Street Pier?The hours of the Race Street Pier are 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m Can you use skateboards, skates or a recreational scooter on the Race Street Pier?No Can I park or ride a motorized vehicle onto the Race Street Pier or on the side walk in front of the Pier?No, unless you have a specialized permit. What if I wanted to promote my company/business from the Race...

  • Hours of Operation

    Returning Summer 2026 Hours of Operation Monday – Thursday: 1 pm – 10 pm Friday: 1 pm – 11 pm  Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm Sunday: 11 am – 10 pm Please note that park hours are subject to change. Check back for updates. Reserve Your Roller Skating Tickets In Advance  General admission to the park is free; food, drinks, and amusements are available for a pay-as-you-go fee. Summerfest is...

  • Delaware River Waterfront Corporation Invites Visitors to “Make Summer Yours” with the Return of Spruce Street Harbor Park, Independence Blue Cross Summerfest & the RiverLink Ferry

    PHILADELPHIA (April 25, 2025) – The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation  (“DRWC”) invites visitors to “make summer yours” as it officially welcomes the seasonal reopening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and  Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest on Friday, May 23. The RiverLink Ferry returns May 10 for weekend service and begins full 7-day-a-week service on Friday, May 23. Making their...

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