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.
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New Year's Eve
Tickets On Sale Now for New Year's Eve at the Pier
Secure your tickets for two amazing New Year’s Eve parties at the Pier. Celebrate with the entire family at our kid-friendly New Year’s Eve bash ($25) featuring activities with PopUpPlay, giveaways, a giant Light Brite, and more. Or enjoy our adult-only New Year’s Eve party ($35) featuring live music by vocalist Tanqueray Hayward, who will perform with DJ Cameron Kelly, giveaways, activities, and more. Both parties feature front-row views of the Rivers Casino New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront.
Reserve Your Tickets TodayHappy Holidays
The Artists Shop
Discover exceptional, handcrafted items you can’t find anywhere else from the Cherry Street Pier artists. You’ll be able to find something for everyone on your holiday checklist, at this one-stop shop.
Holiday Gift Guide 2022
The Perfect Gift Ideas for the People In Your Life
The ultimate Cherry Street Pier Holiday Gift Guide is back and will help you navigate the new Artists Shop with ease. We’ve created fantastic gift combinations that will surprise and delight your family and friends while supporting local, independent artists. There is no better way to spread positive vibes this time of year.
Featured gift: Philadelphia ornament by Ana Thorne.
Get InspiredMarket Event
Support Local at the Live More Marketplace
Curated by artists, for artists, the Live More Marketplace will showcase makers, creators, merchants, and wellness vendors and connect them to holiday shoppers at the Pier. Visitors will also be able to enjoy live DJ sets while they shop. Join us for all the fun on Sunday, December 11 from 12 pm to 7 pm.
Learn MoreHappy Holidays
The Jack Daniel’s Barrel Tree
The Jack Daniel’s Barrel Tree is a tradition that started ten years ago at the Jack Daniel Distillery. Now with a Barrel Tree at Cherry Street Pier, they have been selling barrels from the Barrel Tree via QR code, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Jack Daniel’s Operation Ride Home. Even if the Barrels are sold out, you still have the opportunity to donate to the program and help bring our military home for the holidays. And of course, visit the Barrel Tree at Pier, through Sunday, January 8, 2023.
Learn MoreWinter Guide
Your Official Guide to Winter on the Waterfront
Learn about all the festive fun you can enjoy all winter long on the Delaware River Waterfront. Plus, receive updates on some of the exciting new parks and projects on the way.
Delaware River Trail
Take the Trail to Access Exhibitions and Special Events at the Pier
The Delaware River Trail is a scenic multimodal trail that stretches along Philadelphia’s Central Delaware River Waterfront. The trail improves accessibility to a variety of businesses, residences, and DRWC-operated public attractions such as Cherry Street Pier.
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.
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
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