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About River Stage at Great Plaza Penns Landing

River Stage at Great Plaza Penns Landing has long been a beloved outdoor venue on the Philadelphia waterfront. As the space evolves into The Park at Penn’s Landing under the I-95 CAP project, the site continues to host a diverse lineup of performances in a flexible, park-style setting. Whether you’re chasing big-name concerts or neighborhood festival vibes, you’ll find a convenient, laid-back experience just steps from the Delaware River.

Here’s what to know as you plan a night out: flexible spaces, easy access, and plenty of local options for dining, lodging, and getting around.

Venue details: The River Stage area is part of The Park at Penn’s Landing, located at the historic Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia, PA. The space is transitioning from a traditional amphitheater to flexible performance spaces designed to host a variety of events. For planning, treat this as a venue with adaptable seating and crowd arrangements rather than fixed rows.

Seating: Historically, the venue featured terraced seating with an approximate capacity of 5,000. In the current park design, seating is flexible and changes per event. Secure your seats or space by buying through official channels; many events offer general admission standing room or tiered lawn areas depending on the show.

Parking: Parking around Penn’s Landing can be limited during construction. We recommend nearby public lots and garages along Columbus Boulevard and nearby streets. Arrive early, and consider rideshare options if you’re staying for a late-night event.

Transit: Access is convenient via SEPTA bus routes, nearby Market-Frankford Line connections, and seasonal Philly Phlash services. Rideshare and rideshare pickup zones are typically available near the park exits.

Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing (201 S Columbus Blvd) is the closest major option, with other hotels in Center City within a short ride. We’ll highlight affiliated hotel partners to help secure convenient stays for show weekends.

Food & drink: The area offers a range of nearby restaurants and casual options along the waterfront and in Center City. Partner recommendations may include nearby dining options ideal for pre-show dinners or post-show bites.

Notable past events: The site has hosted a wide range of performances, including big-name concerts and festival programming. The ongoing park redevelopment aims to preserve the waterfront entertainment tradition while offering flexible spaces for modern performances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: The Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, Philadelphia, originally at Chestnut Street and Columbus Boulevard (commonly cited as 101 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106).
  • Current status: The Great Plaza/River Stage space is being replaced by The Park at Penn’s Landing under the I-95 CAP project; the park will host flexible performance spaces rather than fixed seating.
  • Capacity (historic): Approximately 5,000 seats (older, fixed-amphitheater configuration).
  • Venue type: Outdoor open-air amphitheater historically; now part of a flexible, park-based performance space within The Park at Penn’s Landing.
  • Seating chart: Historically terraced seating on the plaza; current design uses flexible space without a fixed seating chart.
  • Parking: Limited near Penn’s Landing due to ongoing construction; recommended nearby parking lots and garages along Columbus Boulevard and adjacent streets.
  • Transit: Access via SEPTA (bus routes, Market-Frankford Line) and seasonal Philly Phlash; nearby surface parking and rideshare allowed.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing (address: 201 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19103/19106 area depending on source).
  • Notable events hosted: Major concerts and festivals historically (e.g., Shawn Mendes at NFL Kickoff 2018; jazz/festival programming; RiverRink events relocated as part of the park changes).