Open year-round
Cherry Street Pier is a year-round, mixed-use public space on the central Delaware River waterfront. Built into the shell of a century-old municipal pier, it is a reflection of Philadelphia today—creative, diverse, historic, adaptable, and inspired. The Pier is free to enter and open to the public.
Explore the space
Independence Day Update
All Waterfront Parks Close at 5 pm
All Delaware River Waterfront parks, including Cherry Street Pier, Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Spruce Street Harbor Park, Race Street Pier, Pier 68, and Washington Avenue Pier, will close early at 5 p.m. on July 4. There won’t be fireworks on the Waterfront —but you can still catch the Wawa Welcome America Fireworks lighting up the sky over the Parkway at 9:30 p.m. Plan accordingly—and enjoy the show.
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Know Before You Go
There is more to do along the Delaware River Waterfront than ever: more food, drinks, live music, arcade and boardwalk games, family-friendly activities, art exhibitions, and markets. And even more exciting things are on the horizon as DRWC builds Philadelphia’s new Park at Penn’s Landing. As you plan your next visit to the Pier, here is what you need to know: Event Guidelines, Park at Penn’s Landing Construction Information, FAQs, and Travel Information. Learn more about the 5 Best Ways to Travel to the Philadelphia Waterfront.
2025 Artists-In-Residence Cohort
Meet the Artists
We are excited to present the 2025 Artist-In-Residence Cohort. Meet Termite TV, Ana Thorne, SpArc Services, Santé Johnson and Kara Mshinda (GrioX Arts), Athena Scott, Michael A. Thomas, Thomcat23 and Beck DeMaul (Philly Otaku), Caroline Stoughton, Amy Kelly (4 & 7), Christian Gaehde, Chelsea Dalsey, Edith Zapata, Marisa Rother, and Bonnie MacAllister. Discover what makes them unique and what they bring to the Cherry Street Pier creative community.
Rental Opportunities
Quarter Garden Rentals Now Available
Experience The Garden at Cherry Street Pier in a new way through our “quarter” Garden rentals. These quarter sections of the garden allow you to reserve an intimate section for a special occasion or gathering. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. However, exceptional food and drink packages can be added to your reservation. Online bookings are currently unavailable. Contact our team at cherrystreetpier@drwc.org for inquiries.
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Studio Sessions
Get to know the amazing artists through our video series – “Studio Sessions,” which provides a sneak peek inside each artist’s studio.
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The Artists Shop
Discover the perfect gifts at the Artist’s Shop, featuring works from our diverse artist community. The shop features an incredible collection of items from the artists at the Pier. Explore vibrant paintings, intricate embroideries, prints, collages, and more. Make your gift-giving truly memorable while supporting local artists. The Pier is your one-stop shop for finding one-of-a-kind treasures all year round.
Featured item: Art by Athena Scott (Studio 4)
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Programming Partners-In-Residence
Programming Partners-In-Residence Program Overview
Philadelphia’s creative community can become a Programming Partners in Residence. This opportunity allows individual creators or organizations to bring arts programming to the Pier through workshops, performances, seminars, and other arts-focused experiences, utilizing the Pier’s event spaces to house these new endeavors.
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TRANSFORMING MUNICIPAL PIER 9
Our Story
Cherry Street Pier is a 65,000 square foot warehouse and former shipping pier which was a vibrant part of Philadelphia’s shipping industry. Originally built in 1919 as Shipping Pier 9, it has been carefully repurposed to preserve and celebrate its historic value including the original railroad tracks, steel trussed roof, and masonry headhouses.
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Watch Our Story
“Movers and Makers” is a WHYY TV weekly production. Login to WHYY.org for more episodes and show air times. Show Producers: Monica Rogozinski, Karen Smyles, and Naomi Brito. Website: www.whyy.org/moversandmakers
Instagram: @moversandmakerswhyy
A MIXED-USE PUBLIC SPACE
The Space
Cherry Street Pier was designed for the Philadelphia community, by the Philadelphia community. Here, you’ll watch artists at work, shop ever-changing markets, and find one-of-a-kind programming, exhibitions, and spaces for reflection along the river.