Cartesian Brewing turns 5 in October. Come celebrate on Saturday 10/24th for a night full of local art and local beer. 10+ local Philly artists showing their work that makes our cans what they are!

Join us for the second annual “Future Without Cancer” fundraiser at Future Days Beer Company featuring an open beer bar, live music, silent auction, and more! We're raising money in support of the Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center Patient Services and Special Needs Fund, effectively helping individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Plan to drink up, outbid your friends, and make an impact! Registration required.

In October, Cartesian Brewing will be celebrating 5 YEARS! "We're so grateful for the community we've created, as well as the feedback we've received on beers you loved, styles you want more of, and the iterations you pray for the return of. SO, we're putting this on you — we're bringing back 3 OG beers, and brewing 1 NEW style for our anniversary." 🎉 Whether you're new or a regular to Cartesian, VOTE in their INSTAGRAM stories and be apart of the future of tbeers! Polls will be posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting Monday, July 20th. 🍻

Parks on Tap, the traveling beer garden from Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and FCM Hospitality, sets up at Stephen Girard Park in South Philadelphia for the second to last stop of the 2026 season. Hours are Wednesday through Friday 4pm to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 10pm. Entry is free and everything is pay as you go, with draft beer, cocktails, wine, and a food menu on site.

Triple Bottom Brewing pours at its Fair Chance Beer Garden on the historic baseball field inside Eastern State Penitentiary's Halloween Nights, which marks its 35th year with five haunted houses, themed bars, live performances, and historic tours. The festival runs select nights October 2 through November 7, 2026, and the beer garden is included with any Halloween Nights admission, with drinks pay as you go. Ticket prices vary by night; all ages can attend and it is 21+ with physical ID to drink.

ArtsQuest's free Oktoberfest runs two weekends under the Bethlehem blast furnaces, October 2 to 4 and October 9 to 11, with four themed biergartens from Yuengling, Hofbrau, Samuel Adams and Dogfish Head, wiener dog races, and the PA State Steinholding Championship finals. Hours are Friday 5 to 10 PM, Saturday noon to 10 PM, and Sunday noon to 6 PM. Admission is free; ticketed add-ons include a Yuengling beer dinner, a bourbon tasting, a flip cup tournament, and a 5K.

Chaddsford Winery's 21+ immersive Halloween walking tour returns with the 2026 theme Ghost of the Grape, a haunted wine walk through time spanning eras from Ancient Greece to Revolutionary America. Five themed tasting stations pair Chaddsford wines with seasonal treats, and every guest takes home a commemorative Halloween wine glass. Runs Fridays 4 to 8 PM, Saturdays noon to 8 PM, and Sundays 11 AM to 3 PM from October 2 through November 1 in hourly entry slots; tickets are $45, or $38 non-alcoholic, plus tax and fees, and it sells out most weekends.

Ambler Main Street's two day downtown Oktoberfest closes Butler Avenue for beer gardens, food, live music, and arts and crafts vendors, running Friday 6 to 9:30 PM and Saturday 11 AM to 9:30 PM. The 2025 edition drew two beer gardens, over 15 food providers, and more than 70 specialty vendors; 2026 dates are confirmed on the organizer's page with full programming still to be posted. Free to attend with pay as you go beer gardens.

Where Oktoberfest meets 🤝South Philly fall, Cartesian Brewing is hosting ALL DAY festivities for their first ever Harvest Fest. Fest bier in special edition (keep the glass) mugs, soft pretzels from local bakers Dear Jean, stein and keg holding competitions, banjo and bluegrass!

Evil Genius closes Front Street from Oxford to Palmer, plus Palmer Avenue to Blair Street, for an all-day music festival marking the brewery's 15th anniversary. Live music and vendors run from noon to 11 PM outside the Fishtown brewery. Listed on the brewery's own calendar, with full lineup details still to come.

The West Chester BID turns the whole downtown into a free Oktoberfest crawl with $6 seasonal beers and ciders plus fall themed appetizers at nine participating spots across Gay, Market, and Walnut Streets, including Artillery Brewing, Side Bar, and Kildare's. The Oompah-Delics play 12:30 to 2:30 PM, a German oompah band follows 3 to 5 PM, and stein holding heats run at 2 and 2:30 PM at Bierhaul Townhouse. No ticket needed, rain or shine.

The Roxborough Development Corporation's 13th annual free Oktoberfest street festival closes Ridge Avenue from Lyceum to Leverington from noon to 6 PM, with beer gardens, a stein holding competition, three stages of live entertainment, and German themed food. Food and beer are pay as you go.

Get ready for a night of big hair, bigger hits, and all the 80s classics! Join us this Saturday as High in the Mid 80’s takes the stage, bringing the decade’s greatest hits to life. Come ready to sing along, dance, raise a pint, and relive the glory days! Grab your friends, throw on your best 80s gear, and let’s make it a night to remember! Neon optional. Mullets encouraged. Good times guaranteed.

MudHen Brewing, Farm Truck Brewery, Cape May Brewing, and 1911 Established Hard Cider pour new release and hard to find selections at the Oaklyn Manor, 10 minutes over the bridge. Live music from Brian Quinn starts at 2 PM with brisket and BBQ from Sons of Hamarchy, and everything is pay as you go with no cover.

William Heritage Winery's Mullica Hill estate runs Harvest Weekends every Saturday and Sunday through October 25, with live music, rotating food trucks, and outdoor seating in the vines. Saturdays run noon to 8 PM with evening music sets, Sundays noon to 5 PM; free to attend with wine by the glass, bottle, or flight, first come first served.

Craft Hall runs a steinholding competition with separate men's and women's divisions during the Eagles game: sign up through the first half and compete at halftime. First place takes a $25 Craft Hall gift card and the top three go home with a complimentary stein. Free to enter, with the full Craft Hall beer lineup and food available.

Join us at the Milton Brewery on Tuesday, October 6 at 4 p.m. for a Yappy Hour worth wagging about. Our friends from Grass Roots Rescue will be bringing a crew of lovable, adoptable pups ready to meet their future humans. Whether you’re actively looking to adopt or just want to swing by for a cold one and some quality dog time, this is the perfect excuse to hang out and make a new best friend. Come for the beer, stay for the dogs, and leave with a full heart (and maybe a wagging tail by your side).

Parks on Tap, the traveling beer garden from Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and FCM Hospitality, sets up at Columbus Square Park in Passyunk Square for the final stop of the 2026 season. Hours are Wednesday through Friday 4pm to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 10pm. Entry is free and everything is pay as you go, with draft beer, cocktails, wine, and a food menu on site.

A 21+ strolling tasting through Elmwood Park Zoo with all you can eat and drink samples from dozens of Montgomery County restaurants and beverage makers, benefiting the zoo. Tickets are $120 general or $100 for zoo members; early access tiers at $150 and $140 add a one hour head start and a giraffe feeding.

Ghost story night at Victory's flagship Downingtown taproom with storytellers from Haunted History Tours of Chester County sharing local hauntings over pints. Tickets are $25 and include one beer or wine.

Come party at our annual Build Me Up Butternut World Tour with Mike from New Jersey Craft Beer! This is our kickoff to Spooky Season party featuring the triumphant return of Build Me Up Butternut, our Chili Porter collab with NJCB. PLUS: • Live Music from The Haunting 8:30-10:30pm • Costume Contests (singles, couples, groups, doggos!) • Pumpkin Carving and Decorating • Yellow Brick Road Ice Cream Pop-up • Pat The Ripper Hot Dog Food Truck 21+ event

Brauhaus Schmitz transforms the 16,000 square foot 23rd Street Armory into a Bavarian festival hall for three 21+ sessions: Friday 7:30 to 11:30 PM, Saturday 1 to 5 PM, and Saturday 7:30 to 11:30 PM. Hofbrau liters in Mass glasses, festival tables and benches imported from Germany, pig roast, bratwurst, thousands of pretzels, and live oompah from The Bratwurst Boys plus the United Hungarian Dancers, with roughly 4,000 attendees across the weekend. General admission runs $35 to $45 by session and includes your first liter; VIP is $75 to $85 with early entry, two liters, a food platter, and reserved table service.

Come kickoff off Spooky Season with a rager at Icarus featuring the triumphant return of Build Me Up Butternut, our Chili Porter collab with NJCB. Live Music from Preachers on the FM 6-8:30pm and The Haunting 8:30-10:30pm PLUS, Costume Contests (singles, groups, doggos), Pumpkin Carving in our Beer Garden, and Yellow Brick Road Ice Cream will be here! Get spooky.

A 21+ costumed Halloween craft beverage festival that turns a Pine Barrens campground into a haunted village, with past editions drawing around 60 breweries and distilleries plus a comedy seance, fortune telling, silent disco, and costume contest. Produced by Good Time Tricycle, it runs 7 to 11 PM both nights with optional camping packages; current GA listings run $80.37 to $91.55.

Experience one of the region's premier craft beer festivals KENNETT BREWFEST features 80+ breweries, cideries, and beverage producers, live music, local food vendors, and an afternoon of unforgettable fun in beautiful Kennett Square. Celebrating 29 years of beer, community, and good times.

Oh my gourd, it's officially the season for all things Punkin Ale! Get ready to celebrate with some exclusive libations, DOGfishies, local vendors and more at our Milton Brewery! Swing by from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. for our annual FREE family and dog friendly event where you can enjoy some amazing local craft vendors and food trucks, Dogfish Head ales & spirits, live music, yard games, a pet photo booth and much more! It's the perfect fall celebration! Live Music We’re amped to share that Trailer Park Casanovas will be taking the stage from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., bringing the heat with your favorite throwback hits from the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s! Then from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., we’re welcoming Delco Donny Band jamming out to your favorite emo/pop punk songs! Little Pumpkin Painting Pick up a little pumpkin for just $5 and let your creativity shine! Available for guests of all ages, these pumpkins can be painted on-site and taken home as a fun keepsake from Punkin Ale Fest. Off-Centered Libations Keep the goodness flowing with plenty of off-centered ales on tap, including the star of the show, Punkin Ale! Plus, our friends from Angry Orchard are joining the party! They’ll be onsite pouring their crisp, refreshing ciders to keep those fall vibes going strong. We'll also have a special Punkin Liqueur cocktail, alongside some non-alcoholic cider options too. At this year's Punkin Ale Fest, meet Harvest of Time, a barrel-aged reimagining of Punkin Ale coming in at 12.4% ABV. This pumpkin barleywine builds on the flavors that made our iconic fall beer a seasonal favorite, taking roasted pumpkins, rich sugars, and warm baking spices on a 20-month rum barrel adventure. Finished with Madagascar vanilla beans, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, it delivers decadent notes of caramelized pumpkin, vanilla, oak, and rum-soaked sweetness. Think of it as Punkin Ale's older, wiser, and a little more spirited cousin, crafted for savoring and celebrating the season. Beer & Benevolence Did we mention the dogs?? This bark-tastic event will benefit the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) who will be on-site with some adoptable canine friends. You can hop into our dog and family friendly photo booth throughout the event that will be entirely donation-based. PLUS, thanks to our amazing vendors and their contributions, we'll have a raffle drawing at 3:30 p.m. full of fantastic prizes, all in support of the BVSPCA. Vendors Kent County Candles | Salt Town | Mother Mary’s Creations | The Shabby Mermaid | Glas-Glow Atelier | Brandywine Wood Shop | IMR Concepts | Sassy Jack Handmade | Handmade by Nancy | Byzantium Sky Press | MOJAVE SALT | Kristen Vaughn Art | Casey Julia Designs | Tall Oak Trading Company | Local Waves Studio | Made by Mkensea | Boneyard Pup | Kilted Bee Mead | Andy Vible | Brûlé Bakery | EPIRON Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Lemnuel USA | Compile Tile | Mikejo Designs | Fancy Strands Fairy Hair | Mixtape Paper Co. | Blue Hour Pottery LLC | Past Objects Art | Casey Julia Designs | Rachel Frebert | Half Chicken Man | Cracked Bell | Sunshine Octopus | Hoop Delaware | Carly and Dave Ceramics | Waggies by Maggie & Friends Food Trucks Uncle B’s | Taco Reho | The Golden Chapter | Zaikka on Wheels | Mommom's Cheesecakes | Sarcastic Chef

The 10th annual Bavarian weekend at Peddler's Village with a Food and Drink Garden at Red Barn Field poured by Free Will Brewing alongside Cock 'n Bull, Nissley Vineyards, and Hewn Spirits, plus German brass bands and food trucks. Free admission and parking with everything pay as you go, and more than 150 scarecrows on display across the village; shops stay open to 8 PM Saturday.

Victory celebrates five years of its taproom on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with chef-inspired food, commemorative 5th birthday glassware giveaways, a Ben Franklin appearance from 4 to 5 PM, and DJ Pat Richards spinning 3 to 6 PM. Walk-in taproom party, no ticket needed.

Over 70 giant pumpkins carved live by local artists and lit in the Chadds Ford Historical Society meadow across three nights, with a haunted display and live music. The beer garden pours Sly Fox beer alongside Chaddsford and Harvest Ridge wines and Revolution Bees mead. Hours are Thursday 2 to 9 PM, Friday 2 to 10 PM, and Saturday noon to 10 PM; 2026 admission pricing has not been posted yet.

The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks, AKA PhilaLandmarks, is thrilled to announce the launch of a spirited lecture series coming this fall: Introducing Spirits of Independence, a four-part installment exploring the brews, wines, and spirits that were produced, distributed, and consumed by the people who owned and occupied PhilaLandmarks historic houses: Grumblethorpe, Hill-Physick House, Powel House, and Historic Waynesborough. Tickets (linked below) are available online now for $82/pp per event, or $216 for a bundle ticket to all four events. Must be 21+ to purchase. Each event in the series (October 16, November 20, and December 13) will see a selection of experts, including renowned historian and scholar David Hancock, historical booze enthusiast and author Steven Grasse, scholar and author Jordan Smith, Rare Wine Co.’s Mannie Berk and Aaron Nix-Gomez deliver rousing addresses while guests sip complimentary provided beverages (wine, Madeira, porter and rum) made using colonial-minded recipes produced by makers including My Local Brew Works and Rare Wine Co. “Deeply entwined in the history of Philadelphia – and our country – are the drinks that early civilians produced, imported, exported, and consumed,” said Kayla Anthony, Executive Director of The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks. “We’re grateful to work with beverage partners who bring that experience to life - as accurately as possible - for our guests to enjoy.” Madeira in Colonial America: Henry Hill, who built the house, was a patriot and a Madeira importer. The vast majority of wine imported into colonies during the revolutionary period was Madeira, and this wine was being drunk in homes and taverns across the colonies. Mannie Berk of the Rare Wine Company and Aaron Nix-Gomez have collaborated for nearly 15 years in unraveling the history of Madeira from its earliest days until the present. Their greatest focus has been on how Madeira was purchased and consumed in America in the 18th and 19th centuries, to understand just how it came to be the most coveted wine in this country. Tasting of Madeira wines included.

The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks, AKA PhilaLandmarks, is thrilled to announce the launch of a spirited lecture series coming this fall: Introducing Spirits of Independence, a four-part installment exploring the brews, wines, and spirits that were produced, distributed, and consumed by the people who owned and occupied PhilaLandmarks historic houses: Grumblethorpe, Hill-Physick House, Powel House, and Historic Waynesborough. Tickets (linked below) are available online now for $82/pp per event, or $216 for a bundle ticket to all four events. Must be 21+ to purchase. Each event in the series (held September 18, October 16, November 20, and December 13) will see a selection of experts, including renowned historian and scholar David Hancock, historical booze enthusiast and author Steven Grasse, scholar and author Jordan Smith, Rare Wine Co.’s Mannie Berk and Aaron Nix-Gomez deliver rousing addresses while guests sip complimentary provided beverages (wine, Madeira, porter and rum) made using colonial-minded recipes produced by makers including My Local Brew Works and Rare Wine Co. “Deeply entwined in the history of Philadelphia – and our country – are the drinks that early civilians produced, imported, exported, and consumed,” said Kayla Anthony, Executive Director of The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks. “We’re grateful to work with beverage partners who bring that experience to life - as accurately as possible - for our guests to enjoy.” Madeira in Colonial America: Henry Hill, who built the house, was a patriot and a Madeira importer. The vast majority of wine imported into colonies during the revolutionary period was Madeira, and this wine was being drunk in homes and taverns across the colonies. Mannie Berk of the Rare Wine Company and Aaron Nix-Gomez have collaborated for nearly 15 years in unraveling the history of Madeira from its earliest days until the present. Their greatest focus has been on how Madeira was purchased and consumed in America in the 18th and 19th centuries, to understand just how it came to be the most coveted wine in this country. Tasting of Madeira wines included.

East Falls' neighborhood fall festival takes over Ridge and Midvale with a beer garden poured by Wissahickon Brewing, all day live music coordinated by the Fallser Club, food vendors, jugglers, and local makers. Free to attend with beer garden purchases pay as you go.

Kings Road Brewing's 5th annual free festival at The Feed Mill in Historic Medford Village, expanding onto Main Street with six live acts, craft vendors, food trucks, and games, with 3,000 to 5,000 expected. The New Jersey State Steinholding Championship runs at 5 PM with a $4,000 prize and a trip to nationals on the line.

A craft beverage fest at the Cannstatter Volksfest Verein grounds in Northeast Philly with 17+ local breweries, distilleries, and wineries pouring, including Sacred Vice Brewing, plus Eagles tailgate viewing, giveaways, and Halloween activities. Organized by State Street Events; ticket pricing is shown at the Eventbrite checkout.

Sip & eat while you paint your very own pet portrait with TC Studios on Tuesday, October 20 at 5:30 p.m. at the Milton Brewery! Send in your photo when you pre-register, and they will hand-draw your pet ahead of time. All materials and step-by-step instruction are included! Head to https://www.tcstudios.org/events/dogfish1020 for all of the information on how to sign up. Pre-registration is required!

Come out and eat and/or drink for a cause! On Wednesday, October 21 from 4 - 9 p.m., Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats is hosting a Benevolence Night to benefit Coastal Concerts. This non-profit's mission is to enriche our community by presenting live concerts, outreach, and educational activities by renowned musicians, encompassing rich traditions of the past while reflecting cultural diversity in the evolution of classical music. 10% of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to Coastal Concerts!

Wycombe Vineyards marks 20 years with a vineyard walk at 3:30 PM followed by a five course dinner from Chef Barry Sexton paired with estate wines, from Traminette through Cabernet Franc. Single seating, 21+, $166 per person, and the winery says this dinner will not repeat.

The 12th edition of Broken Goblet's annual Halloween bash at the Bensalem taproom, historically built around costumes, tribute bands, and house beers. The October 24 date is live on the brewery's site with full 2026 details, times, and ticketing still to be posted.

Philly Cider Week's eighth year kicks off at Pip's, Ploughman Farm Cider's Fishtown taproom, with Pennsylvania cider producers pouring from 2 to 7 PM before the night rolls into the taproom's first anniversary party running to 2 AM. Free admission, 21+, pay as you go; Cider Week events continue citywide through November 1.

It's All Just a Brunch of Hocus Pocus: a Halloween drag brunch at Evil Genius's Fishtown taproom featuring the Sanderson Sisters and themed performances. Doors at 11 AM with the show at noon; tickets around $25 plus fees, 18+, with under-21 guests accompanied by a group member 26 or older, and food and beer pay as you go.

To commemorate Lewes's 250th anniversary, Historic Lewes and the Dogfish INN will host a spirited discussion exploring Lewes's revolutionary-era connections to the West Indies on Wednesday, October 28 at 5 p.m. On the eve of the Revolution, Lewes's principal trading partner was the Indies, and one of its most significant imports was rum. Operating outside legal trade channels, these entrepreneurial Lewistowners often skirted authorities while importing coffee, rum, and later munitions to our shores. Throughout the evening, Andrew and our friends at the Lewes Historical Society will share stories that probably never made it into the history books, uncovering the lesser-known connections between Lewes, trade, and the Revolution. Darren from Dogfish Head Distilling Co. will offer samples of Dogfish Head Rum and discuss rum's role in shaping commerce and culture, while Ben from Gaia Coffee Co. will explore the history of coffee and its journey to our shores. Together, their perspectives will help bring this fascinating chapter of Lewes history to life. Dogfish Head products will be available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Lewes Historical Society.

Treat yourself to a wickedly delicious evening of sweet nostalgia and craft beer creativity at our Halloween Candy & Craft Beer Pairing Experience featuring Dru Tevis, winner of the Food Network Holiday Baking Challenge! On Friday, Oct. 30 from 6 - 8 p.m., join us for a guided tasting adventure inspired by the flavors of your favorite Halloween treats. For $50 per person, you'll enjoy five thoughtfully crafted pairings, each with selections from our Fall Variety Pack and an inventive dessert or pastry designed to evoke classic candy flavors in surprising new ways. Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a Halloween candy fanatic, or just looking for a fun fall night out, this unique pairing experience delivers the perfect blend of seasonal flavors, sweet nostalgia, and expert storytelling. Tickets are $50 per person and include all five beer pairings and tasting courses. Space is limited, so reserve your spot before it disappears like the last candy bar in the Halloween bowl! Tickets are available at https://checkout.xola.app/#seller/620eac790798c6076b4fc7f0/experiences/6aa2f427fb585d240f0d1fda?openExternal=true

We’re beyond excited to announce that following a sold out show earlier this year, Sam Grow is returning to Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats on Saturday, October 31! Join us Halloween evening for an intimate acoustic performance that’s sure to pair perfectly with your favorite brew. Sam Grow is an American country singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt storytelling and powerful voice, rising from his Maryland roots to become one of modern country’s most compelling voices; his 2019 album Love and Whiskey hit number one on the iTunes Country Albums chart and his breakout single Song About You has racked up tens of millions of streams. Doors swing open at 7:30pm, and Gillian Smith will open the show at 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $25, so grab yours and get ready to celebrate Halloween with a night of top-notch country music, good company, and great brews. Cheers! There's a limited number of tickets, so grab yours today: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/dogfishheadbrewpub/sam-grow-at-brewings-amp-eats.

Halloween day on the Crossing Vineyards estate in Bucks County with live music, specialty cocktails, and festive wine and candy flights. Costumes are encouraged and there is no cover charge.

Philly Cider Week closes with an all ages outdoor Pennsylvania cider market under the historic Headhouse Shambles on 2nd Street between Pine and South, with live music, local snacks, and face painting. Free admission with optional cider passports, and proceeds support the Food Trust.

Philadelphia magazine's annual whiskey showcase returns to Lincoln Financial Field with 250+ spirits to taste and bites from over 25 local vendors. Per current listings, VIP entry runs 5 to 9 PM with a private lounge and stadium tours, and general admission runs 6:30 to 9 PM at $130 with VIP at $190; confirm final times on the official page as the ticket module goes live.

We celebrate Friday the 13th's because we first opened our doors on Friday, January 13. So this date on the calendar has a special place in our cold, black hearts. Get 13% off draft pours and packaged goods to-go, plus we drop our third and final Killer Merch of the year, designed by Colin Shawcross. Horror movies on our TVs and a soundtrack to match. Join us, if you dare...

The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks, AKA PhilaLandmarks, is thrilled to announce the launch of a spirited lecture series coming this fall: Introducing Spirits of Independence, exploring the brews, wines, and spirits that were produced, distributed, and consumed by the people who owned and occupied PhilaLandmarks historic houses. Must be 21+ to purchase. “Deeply entwined in the history of Philadelphia – and our country – are the drinks that early civilians produced, imported, exported, and consumed,” said Kayla Anthony, Executive Director of The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks. “We’re grateful to work with beverage partners who bring that experience to life - as accurately as possible - for our guests to enjoy.” Porter in Colonial America: Porter was the brew of choice for many in the colonial era. The Powel family was connected to the most renowned brewer of porter of the time, Robert Hare, who had married into the Willing family. Steve Grasse is the author of Colonial Spirits: A Toast to our Drunken History, he’ll give a talk about the importance of porter in the colonial era and the experience of brewing porter from a colonial recipe. Tasting of porter included.

The German style holiday market returns to LOVE Park and City Hall with 80+ wooden vendor booths, Gluhwein stalls, local craft beer pours, bratwurst, raclette, and roasted chestnuts, plus the carousel, Ferris wheel, and Santa's House. Open daily November 21 through December 27, Sunday to Thursday noon to 8 PM and Friday and Saturday noon to 9 PM, closed November 23 to 25 and Christmas Day; admission is free.

The Delaware River Waterfront's winter park opens Black Friday and runs through February 28 with the ice rink, a ski chalet style lodge, heated cabins, private fire pits, and the Rinkside Lounge pouring local drafts, with food from Skelly's Pizza, Chickie's and Pete's, and Philly Tacos. Free to enter seven days a week with hours varying by day; skating is $5 plus $12 skate rental, and cabins, fire pits, and the lounge book in 90 minute slots.

The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks, AKA PhilaLandmarks, is thrilled to announce the launch of a spirited lecture series coming this fall: Introducing Spirits of Independence, a four-part installment exploring the brews, wines, and spirits that were produced, distributed, and consumed by the people who owned and occupied PhilaLandmarks historic houses: Grumblethorpe, Hill-Physick House, Powel House, and Historic Waynesborough. Tickets (linked below) are available online now for $82/pp per event, or $216 for a bundle ticket to all four events. Must be 21+ to purchase. Each event in the series (held September 18, October 16, November 20, and December 13) will see a selection of experts, including renowned historian and scholar David Hancock, historical booze enthusiast and author Steven Grasse, scholar and author Jordan Smith, Rare Wine Co.’s Mannie Berk and Aaron Nix-Gomez deliver rousing addresses while guests sip complimentary provided beverages (wine, Madeira, porter and rum) made using colonial-minded recipes produced by makers including My Local Brew Works and Rare Wine Co. “Deeply entwined in the history of Philadelphia – and our country – are the drinks that early civilians produced, imported, exported, and consumed,” said Kayla Anthony, Executive Director of The Philadelphia Society for the Preservation of Landmarks. “We’re grateful to work with beverage partners who bring that experience to life - as accurately as possible - for our guests to enjoy.” The Colonial Rum Trade: General Anthony Wayne traded animal hides for rum to keep the troops of the Continental Army supplied. In his historic home, scholar Jordan Smith will talk about the importance of the rum trade in the colonial era. Smith is the author of The Invention of Rum, a definitive history of the topic in the colonial period. Tasting of historic rum punch recipe.