With the weather turning warmer and summer right around the corner, a nice, cold beer is perfect for a Saturday afternoon.
Well, then check out the Fishtown Beer Festival on June 21 from noon to 4 p.m.
Fishtown District and Evil Genius Beer Co. are teaming up to close down Front Street for the craft-beer festival. Beer lovers will sip and sample from more than 15 of the region’s top breweries — all celebrating the area’s deep connection to beer culture.
Look for more than 30 selections to be pouring with a variety of beer styles, including signature favorites, limited edition rareties and hidden gems.
“Fishtown has always been home to creatives, makers, and beer lovers, so this festival feels like a natural next step,” said Evil Genius co-founder Trevor Hayward. “We’re thrilled to bring the city’s best breweries together on our block and celebrate the community that’s supported us from the very start. We have been wanting to do an event like this for several years and it seemed like the perfect time to move forward.”
The afternoon block party will also include DJ sets, lawn games, outdoor street food and other surprises.
Tickets are $45 and come with a souvenir commemorative glass and access to all beers. Designated driver tickets are $10 each.
The event is strictly 21 and over. The Taproom and Beer Garden at Evil Genius will also be open for full business during the event, with specials, features and summer seasonals. For more information and for tickets visit evilgeniusbeer.com/calendar.
Some local favorites, including Philadelphia Brewing Co., Meyer’s Brewing Co., Lost Time Brewing Co., Punch Buggy Brewing Co., and, of course, Evil Genius will be on hand.
That’s not all, though. Two Locals Brewing Co. will hold the mantle for West Philly. Tired Hands Brewing Co., Wissahickon Brewing Co., Space Cadet Brewing Co., Our City Brewing Co. as well as Aston’s 2SP Brewing Co. will be representing the greater Philadelphia area.
Neighboring Northern Liberties will be sending Urban Village Brewing Co. and Yards Brewing Co. while South Philly favorites like Cartesian Brewing Co. and Dock Street Brewing Co. attend as well.
“This isn’t just a beer fest. It’s our love letter to Philly’s brewing scene and to the neighborhood that helped make craft beer in this city what it is today,” said Evil Genius co-founder Luke Bowen. “Fishtown has become one of the top beer destinations in the country. We’re proud to showcase local breweries while welcoming visitors to our neighborhood for a one-of-a-kind celebration.”
Guests can look forward to over 30 beers to sample at the event and will be certain to find a little something for every palate.
Those who like a more fruit-forward beer can seek out Wissahickon’s Frux PPG, a fruited sour with pineapple, pink grapefruit and guava, or Dock Street’s Raspberry Hibiscus Berliner Weiss.
Those who seek the intense flavors of hops can look forward to Lost Time’s Hazy Concept IPA and Evil Genius’ brand new Hazy IPA, 867-5309. Lagers will also be making an appearance at the festival with offerings such as Sunny Boy from Urban Village and the Bohemian Pilsner from Dock Street.
The event will feature a DJ to spin tunes while you sip.
If you get hungry, Evil Genius’ kitchen will have a food tent offering pickle hoagies, walking tacos, pretzels and more. There will be plenty of lawn games to keep you entertained as well.
Source: Berkshire mont
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