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Events

April 3, 2018

15-plus Navy Yard Events You Don’t Want to Miss in April!

A proud historic landmark of Philadelphia’s naval past, the Navy Yard is a thriving 1,200-acre waterfront neighborhood, considered to be the most successful redevelopment of a former military facility in the country. With miles of riverfront access and over 20 acres of world-class open space, we are home to over 50+ events, races, festivals, activities,

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Events

March 1, 2018

Six Navy Yard Events You Don’t Want To Miss in March!

A proud historic landmark of Philadelphia’s naval past, the Navy Yard is a thriving 1,200-acre waterfront neighborhood, considered to be the most successful redevelopment of a former military facility in the country. With miles of riverfront access and over 20 acres of world-class open space, we are home to over 50+ events, races, festivals, activities, and performances.

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Cool Jobs

November 8, 2017

Navy Yard Running Club: Member Highlight

The Navy Yard Running Club (NYRC) is a diverse group of people who meet once a week for a run around the Navy Yard. The running club welcomes runners of all levels, and is made up of a mix of Navy Yard employees, neighbors from South Philly, and beyond! NYRC is led by dedicated volunteers

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Community

July 12, 2017

Mural Arts Philadelphia and PIDC Team Up for New Public Art Projects at the Navy Yard

Mural Arts Philadelphia and PIDC unveil new public art projects which begin an ongoing collaborative partnership at the Navy Yard. The Navy Yard has always been a place of innovation, production, and discovery, and now it’s also a site for creative experimentation and exploration through public art.

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Events

May 24, 2017

Open House for the New Penn State MBA Program at the Navy Yard

This August, Penn State Great Valley in Malvern launches its world-class, accredited MBA program at The Navy Yard. With two buildings located at The Navy Yard, Penn State will offer graduate and professional development programs designed for working professionals in Philadelphia. These courses are delivered in a flexible format with scholarship opportunities and in-state tuition

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Events

April 23, 2017

12th Annual Great Chefs Event Returns to the Navy Yard

On Tuesday, June 20, more than 40 of the best chefs, winemakers, brewers, and mixologists from across the country and around the world will convene at the Navy Yard, in Philadelphia, for the 12th Annual Great Chefs Event. The Great Chefs Event began in 2006 by partners Marc Vetri and Jeff Benjamin to benefit Alex’s

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Development Updates

March 1, 2017

Adaptimmune Cuts Ribbon on U.S. Headquarters at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia

Adaptimmune Therapeutics plc. (Nasdaq: ADAP), a leader in T-cell therapy to treat cancer, today announced it will host a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning at 10:30am at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia to celebrate the opening of its newly constructed U.S. headquarters and base for clinical and manufacturing operations. Developed by Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:

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Events

November 2, 2016

Treats for Troops Care Packages

Navy Yard tenants: join Vincera Institute this holiday season by supporting a great organization called Treats for Troops. Treats for Troops was started by Freddie Klevan of Main Line Troop Support when he connected with a longtime friend in Iraq. Freddie asked how he could help the soldiers overseas fighting for our country. 

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Events

April 28, 2016

The Navy Yard’s Spring Events Roundup

Spring has arrived in Philadelphia! The trees and flowers are in bloom, the sunshine is abundant, and birds are chirping outside. There are many great outdoor events to take advantage of at The Navy Yard, both during the day (take a break from work) or on evenings/weekends (to benefit charitable organizations). Here’s a short list; all events

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Events

February 10, 2016

NXTsports Recess Sports Youth Camp is Coming to The Navy Yard this Summer!

School’s out and it’s time for RECESS! Navy Yard tenant NXTsports invites parents to enroll their children in its Recess Sports program at The Navy Yard, a five-sport youth education camp staffed by experienced coaches. The mission of Recess Sports is to run a fast-paced, organized, and fun environment for young athletes that introduces soccer,

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Events

January 21, 2016

PIDC Announces Event Spaces Available at The Navy Yard for Democratic National Convention Related Events

PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, announces an exciting partnership with ESM Productions and Vetri Family to manage events at The Navy Yard during the 2016 Democratic National Convention. PIDC has made The Navy Yard, located adjacent to the Convention floor, available for private events for convention-goers, corporate hospitality groups, and other private events related

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Events

September 15, 2015

The Navy Yard Prepares for the World Meeting of Families & Papal Visit

This is an important notice about the Papal visit and how it affects The Navy Yard. It is long but detailed, so please read it carefully and let us know if you have any questions or concerns. In short, The Navy Yard will remain OPEN to employees with your Navy Yard ID, and visitors on

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Development Updates

June 30, 2015

Landmark Event Held at The Navy Yard Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Building at 1200 Intrepid Ave. and Opening of Central Green Park

Liberty Property Trust, which owns and manages more than 17 million square feet of office, flex and industrial space in the Greater Philadelphia region, together with its joint venture partner Synterra Partners, broke ground today on a 94,000 square foot office building, the first in Philadelphia to be designed by the world-renowned Bjarke Ingels Group.

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Events

June 3, 2015

Results of the 2nd Annual Navy Yard 5k

Thank you to our Navy Yard community for an amazing Navy Yard 5k! The weather was perfect for more than 600 runners to run and walk the chip-timed 5k course down League Island Blvd and along the Delaware River. Results are now in for the 2nd annual Navy Yard 5k. 

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Events

April 28, 2015

Spring Events Roundup at The Navy Yard

Spring has arrived in Philadelphia! The trees and flowers are in bloom, the sunshine is abundant, and birds are chirping outside. There are many great outdoor events to take advantage of at The Navy Yard, both during the day (take a break from work) or on evenings/weekends (to benefit charitable organizations). Here’s a short list; all events

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