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Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock

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Schuylkill Banks is an eight mile stretch of distinctly urban riverfront in Philadelphia. As Philadelphia’s newest riverfront destination, Schuylkill Banks is home to greenways, parks, docks, the nation’s leading educational institutions, award-winning residential developments and active industrial sites that more and more are making way for livable spaces.

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    Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock

    S. 25th Street and Walnut Street
    Underneath Walnut Street Bridge - East side of the Schuylkill River
    Philadelphia, PA 19103

    Phone: 888-RIV-PHIL   |   Official Website

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  • • Current Events

      05/12/13- 10/20/13

      Boat to Bartram’s Garden Riverboat Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat to Bartram’s Garden Riverboat Tour Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 12-October 20, 2013 Cruise to Bartram’s Garden and discover the home of America’s first great botanist, John Bartram. Take a ¼ mile walk up the meadow to see amazing views of the skyline and explore the historic garden, community farm and recreational trail. This 3-hour tour includes a 2-hour stop at Bartram’s Garden with guided tour of the 1728 house. Day passes for hands-on activities may be available at the garden for additional fees.

  • • Upcoming Events

      05/23/13- 08/29/13	Boat Tour - Different Night - Different Lights Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat Tour - Different Night - Different Lights Presented by Patriot Harbor Lines at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 23-August 29, 2013 Join Patriot Harbor Lines for an evening on the tidal Schuylkill River. This one-hour cruise aboard the Patriot highlights Philadelphia's skyline at night, with its varying and delightful hues. Philadelphia has a tradition of constructing buildings and bridges with unique and interesting light features and the best way to see the lights is from the river. The highlights of this tour include PECO's Crown Lights and Art in the Air programs, the new South Street Bridge and Cira-Center and its...
      05/30/13- 10/19/13	Secrets of the Schuylkill Riverboat Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Secrets of the Schuylkill Riverboat Tour Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 30-October 19, 2013 A one-hour fun and fact-filled boat tour that highlights the past, present and future of the Hidden River. Discover the sights, sounds and history of the river, from the early 1700s at historic Bartram's Garden, to the 1800s at the Fairmount Water Works, to iconic 20th century buildings and award-winning 21st century skyscrapers. The Banks offers a setting and experience unlike any other in Philadelphia.
      06/02/13	Boat to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat to Bartram's Garden Presented by Patriot Harbor Lines at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 2, 2013 Cruise to Bartram’s Garden and discover the home of America’s first great botanist, John Bartram. Take a 1/4 mile walk up the meadow to see amazing views of Philadelphia’s skyline and explore the historic garden, community farm and recreation trail. This 3-hour tour includes a 2-hour visit at Bartram’s Garden with guided tour of the 1728 house. Picnic lunches and day passes for hands-on activities are available for additional fees.
      06/08/13- 09/28/13	Schuylkill Banks Basic Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Basic Kayak Tours Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 8-September 28, 2013 Professionally guided kayak tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including ½ hour of instruction. Moderate exertion level.
      06/13/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – 10 Things I Hate About You Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – 10 Things I Hate About You Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 13, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on June 13). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
      06/27/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Moonrise Kingdom Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Moonrise Kingdom Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 27, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on June 27). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
      06/29/13- 09/21/13	Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 29-September 21, 2013 Let the moon guide you on a tour of the Schuylkill River. Professionally guided tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including 1/2 hour of instruction and 1 hour on the water. Moderate exertion level.
      07/11/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – How to Train Your Dragon Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – How to Train Your Dragon Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock July 11, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on July 11). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
      07/25/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Midnight in Paris Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Midnight in Paris Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock July 25, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:20 pm on July 25). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
      08/08/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Little Shop of Horrors (1986) Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Little Shop of Horrors (1986) Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock August 8, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:00 pm on August 8). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
      08/22/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – My Cousin Vinny Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – My Cousin Vinny Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock August 22, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 7:45 pm on August 22). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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• Current &
  Upcoming Events

  • Current Events

    05/12/13- 10/20/13

    Boat to Bartram’s Garden Riverboat Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat to Bartram’s Garden Riverboat Tour Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 12-October 20, 2013 Cruise to Bartram’s Garden and discover the home of America’s first great botanist, John Bartram. Take a ¼ mile walk up the meadow to see amazing views of the skyline and explore the historic garden, community farm and recreational trail. This 3-hour tour includes a 2-hour stop at Bartram’s Garden with guided tour of the 1728 house. Day passes for hands-on activities may be available at the garden for additional fees.

  • Upcoming Events

    05/23/13- 08/29/13	Boat Tour - Different Night - Different Lights Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat Tour - Different Night - Different Lights Presented by Patriot Harbor Lines at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 23-August 29, 2013 Join Patriot Harbor Lines for an evening on the tidal Schuylkill River. This one-hour cruise aboard the Patriot highlights Philadelphia's skyline at night, with its varying and delightful hues. Philadelphia has a tradition of constructing buildings and bridges with unique and interesting light features and the best way to see the lights is from the river. The highlights of this tour include PECO's Crown Lights and Art in the Air programs, the new South Street Bridge and Cira-Center and its...
    05/30/13- 10/19/13	Secrets of the Schuylkill Riverboat Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Secrets of the Schuylkill Riverboat Tour Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock May 30-October 19, 2013 A one-hour fun and fact-filled boat tour that highlights the past, present and future of the Hidden River. Discover the sights, sounds and history of the river, from the early 1700s at historic Bartram's Garden, to the 1800s at the Fairmount Water Works, to iconic 20th century buildings and award-winning 21st century skyscrapers. The Banks offers a setting and experience unlike any other in Philadelphia.
    06/02/13	Boat to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Boat to Bartram's Garden Presented by Patriot Harbor Lines at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 2, 2013 Cruise to Bartram’s Garden and discover the home of America’s first great botanist, John Bartram. Take a 1/4 mile walk up the meadow to see amazing views of Philadelphia’s skyline and explore the historic garden, community farm and recreation trail. This 3-hour tour includes a 2-hour visit at Bartram’s Garden with guided tour of the 1728 house. Picnic lunches and day passes for hands-on activities are available for additional fees.
    06/08/13- 09/28/13	Schuylkill Banks Basic Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Basic Kayak Tours Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 8-September 28, 2013 Professionally guided kayak tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including ½ hour of instruction. Moderate exertion level.
    06/13/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – 10 Things I Hate About You Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – 10 Things I Hate About You Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 13, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on June 13). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
    06/27/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Moonrise Kingdom Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Moonrise Kingdom Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 27, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on June 27). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
    06/29/13- 09/21/13	Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 29-September 21, 2013 Let the moon guide you on a tour of the Schuylkill River. Professionally guided tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and Fairmount Water Works, including 1/2 hour of instruction and 1 hour on the water. Moderate exertion level.
    07/11/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – How to Train Your Dragon Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – How to Train Your Dragon Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock July 11, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm on July 11). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
    07/25/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Midnight in Paris Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Midnight in Paris Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock July 25, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:20 pm on July 25). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
    08/08/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Little Shop of Horrors (1986) Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – Little Shop of Horrors (1986) Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock August 8, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 8:00 pm on August 8). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
    08/22/13	Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – My Cousin Vinny Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock Schuylkill Banks Movie Series – My Cousin Vinny Presented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock August 22, 2013 Bring your friends, blanket and picnic basket for a great time watching viewer's choice movies by the river. All movies start at dusk (approximately 7:45 pm on August 22). Come early to participate in a free pre-movie raffle for gift cards from Philadelphia Runner. Snacks and beverages, provided by Dranoff Properties' Locust on the Park and Left Bank, will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Past
  Events

  • Past Events

    05/23/13- 08/30/12	The Hidden River Cruise Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    05/12/13	Mother's Day Boat to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/30/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - O Brother, Where Art Thou? Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/23/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - Moneyball Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/09/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - The Incredibles Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/26/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - O Brother, Where Art Thou? Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/12/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - Footloose Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/30/12- 09/08/12	Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/28/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - King Kong Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/14/12	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night - The Muppets Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/12- 09/29/12	Schuylkill Banks Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    09/17/11	Blues & Brews on the Banks Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/18/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: The Incredibles Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/04/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: The Rocketeer Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/31/11	Advanced Kayak Tour to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/23/11- 08/06/11	Kayak and Dine Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/21/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: Iron Man Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/16/11- 09/10/11	Schuylkill Banks Jazz Cruise Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/07/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: Spider-Man Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/25/11- 09/10/11	Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/23/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: Goldfinger Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/12/11- 10/16/11	Boat to Bartram's Garden River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/11/11- 10/01/11	Schuylkill Banks Kayak Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/11/11	Art in the Open - Capturing the Landscape Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/11/11	Art in the Open - More Family Day Events Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11- 10/15/11	Schuylkill Banks River Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11	Heroes on the Banks Movie Series: Hancock Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11	Art in the Open - Secrets of the Schuylkill River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11	Art in the Open - Movie Night Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11	Art in the Open - Walking Tour with Bob Thomas Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/11- 06/12/11	Art in the Open - Mixed-media CityScape Mural Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    05/08/11	Mother's Day Boat to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    10/10/10	Schuylkill Banks Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    10/10/10	Advanced Kayak Tour to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    09/02/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night: National Treasure Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/21/10	Schuylkill Banks Kayak and Dine Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/12/10	Schuylkill Banks Evening Kayak Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/05/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Nights: Groundhog Day Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/22/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night: Best in Show Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/11/10- 09/12/10	Advanced Kayak Tour to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/08/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night: Romancing the Stone Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/26/10- 09/25/10	Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/24/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night: The Great Outdoors Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/13/10	Art in the Open Philadelphia: Hidden River Outfitters Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/13/10- 10/31/10	Boat to Bartram's Garden River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/13/10- 09/25/10	Schuylkill Banks Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/12/10	Art in the Open Philadelphia: Plein Air Painting with Joe Sweeney Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/10/10	Schuylkill Banks Movie Night: Dave Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/09/10- 06/12/10	Art in the Open Philadelphia: Polygon Blooms Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/05/10- 06/26/10	Art in the Open Philadelphia: Secrets of the Schuylkill Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/05/10- 10/31/10	Secrets of the Schuylkill River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    05/09/10	Mother's Day Boat to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    11/01/09	Boat to Bartram's Garden River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/29/09- 10/11/09	Hidden River Outfitters Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    08/06/09	Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark - Your Flicks, Your Banks Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/23/09	The Goonies - Your Flicks, Your Banks Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/19/09- 08/16/09	Advanced Paddle to Bartram's Garden Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    07/09/09	Back to the Future - Your Flicks, Your Banks Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/25/09	Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Your Flicks, Your Banks Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    06/06/09- 09/12/09	Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    05/28/09- 10/24/09	Secrets of the Schuylkill River Tour Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock
    05/10/09	Mother's Day Schuylkill River Tours Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock