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
Important Information
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.
Artist-In-Residence Program
Join Our Creative Community
DRWC Creative Director Sarah Eberle shares about the Artist-In-Residence program and the application process. Whether you’re an emerging talent or an established artist looking to expand your horizons, learn what it means to be a part of the Pier’s creative community. Applications are due October 1, 2024.
Featured Event
Design Philadelphia 2024
For twenty years, the Design Philadelphia Festival has held various activities, workshops, and exhibitions that showcase the Philadelphia design community while demonstrating the impact of design on the public. Visit the Pier, the second festival hub, for immersive installations by Jefferson University, Temple University, Tyler School of Art and Design, Gensler, Hoffman Design Group, AIA Philadelphia, and more. On display October 1 – October 13.
Plan Your VisitVideo Series
Delaware River Waterfront: Discover More
In this four-part video series, “Delaware River Waterfront: Discover MORE,” DRWC partnered with Wooder Ice to showcase how the Waterfront is offering MORE food, free fun, exciting spaces, markets, and music to visitors seasonally, and year-round, as construction on the Waterfront continues. Join Jay the Gentlemen as he tours the Waterfront to discover what makes the Waterfront a premiere destination.
Watch NowRental Opportunities
Quarter Garden Rentals Now Available
Experience The Garden at Cherry Street Pier in a new way through our “quarter” Garden rentals. Quickly book online in advance. 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. Learn more and book today!
Book nowSocial Media Video Series
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 Artist Shop
Discover exceptional, handcrafted items you can’t find anywhere else from the studio artists in The Artist Shop.
Featured Item by SpArc Services
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.
about the pierFeatured Video
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.