Philly's Bierfest Returns with 13 Years of German-Style Beer and Culture
The annual event is set to kick off on February 28, bringing a taste of authentic Germany to the historic German Society of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Over two connected buildings and six floors, more than 20 local breweries will gather to showcase their lager-brewed beers, alongside imports from Germany and other European regions.
Festival-goers can expect an array of German-style brews, including pilsners, dunkels, kölsches, altbiers, weizens, bocks, doppelbocks, and rauchbiers. The PA Beer Hall will feature a selection of beers brewed under Germany's Reinheitsgebot purity law, which limits ingredients to malt, hops, yeast, and water.
Attendees can immerse themselves in the event by moving between themed spaces, including indoor gathering areas and a winter biergarten, while sampling pours and grabbing food. The venue will also offer traditional German fare throughout.
In addition to the beer, Philly Bierfest will feature live music performances, games, and competitions throughout the afternoon. Expect Philbilly music from T.C. Cole and his crew, oompah-funk sounds, and traditional Bavarian-style Schuhplattler dancers. Beer-themed contests like arm-wrestling and stein-holding are also part of the activities.
Philly Roller Derby athletes will be in attendance, and attendees can expect to see plenty of traditional German attire mixed in throughout the day.
Tickets for Philly Bierfest are available in three tiers: Beer Lover tickets ($59), VIP Beer Lover tickets ($79 with early entry), and VIP Plus Beer Lover tickets ($99 with a guided beer seminar). All proceeds from the event will support local organizations, including the German Society of Pennsylvania, Philly Roller Derby, and the Brewers of Pennsylvania.
The annual event is set to kick off on February 28, bringing a taste of authentic Germany to the historic German Society of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Over two connected buildings and six floors, more than 20 local breweries will gather to showcase their lager-brewed beers, alongside imports from Germany and other European regions.
Festival-goers can expect an array of German-style brews, including pilsners, dunkels, kölsches, altbiers, weizens, bocks, doppelbocks, and rauchbiers. The PA Beer Hall will feature a selection of beers brewed under Germany's Reinheitsgebot purity law, which limits ingredients to malt, hops, yeast, and water.
Attendees can immerse themselves in the event by moving between themed spaces, including indoor gathering areas and a winter biergarten, while sampling pours and grabbing food. The venue will also offer traditional German fare throughout.
In addition to the beer, Philly Bierfest will feature live music performances, games, and competitions throughout the afternoon. Expect Philbilly music from T.C. Cole and his crew, oompah-funk sounds, and traditional Bavarian-style Schuhplattler dancers. Beer-themed contests like arm-wrestling and stein-holding are also part of the activities.
Philly Roller Derby athletes will be in attendance, and attendees can expect to see plenty of traditional German attire mixed in throughout the day.
Tickets for Philly Bierfest are available in three tiers: Beer Lover tickets ($59), VIP Beer Lover tickets ($79 with early entry), and VIP Plus Beer Lover tickets ($99 with a guided beer seminar). All proceeds from the event will support local organizations, including the German Society of Pennsylvania, Philly Roller Derby, and the Brewers of Pennsylvania.
13 years of german-style beer and culture in philly is like, the ultimate excuse to party 
i need to get me some pilsner and dunkel ASAP 
can't wait for the live music performances and games too! T.C. Cole's crew better bring the heat 
and those schuhplattler dancers better bust out their best moves 
gonna have to rock my lederhosen 
! but seriously its gonna be back on 28 feb & im so down for another round of german style beers 
i also heard theres gonna be beer contests lol arm-wrestling & stein-holding who's in? 
I've been to a few Bierfests before, but there's something about the atmosphere that just gets me every time - from the traditional German food to the live music and games. And can we talk about the beers?! 
Pilsners, dunkels, kölsches... my fave! What I love most is that they're supporting local organizations too. Gonna grab those VIP tickets for a guided beer seminar, anyone? 
Plus, arm-wrestling and stein-holding contests? That sounds like so much fun 
seriously though, it's awesome that Philly's gettin' to experience a taste of Germany, all thanks to this rad festival. local breweries showin' off their skills & beers brewed under the Reinheitsgebot law is a win for craft beer enthusiasts 
the theming is fire too - indoor gathering areas, winter biergarten... it's like steppin into a Bavarian village 
and I'm low-key excited to see Philbilly music & traditional Schuhplattler dancers 
The oompah music sounds crazy fun too, cant wait to hear T.C. Cole's Philbilly vibes 
. Can't wait to try some pilsners, dunkels, and altbiers from the local breweries and imports. The PA Beer Hall will save me, though - Reinheitsgebot purity law = no artificial stuff for me 
! And those traditional German dishes? Fuhgeddaboutit! 
Schuhplattler dancers in Philly? That's a first 
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like who even knows what pilsners are anymore? Anyway i'm low-key hyped for the oompah-funk sounds 
Philly's gonna have a blast at Bierfest, especially with the traditional attire and Schuhplattler dancers 
maybe i should try one when it comes out on feb 28? 
and culture. The variety of beers on offer is insane - from classic pilsners to more unique rauchbiers. And let's not forget the traditional German food, it's gonna be a real treat!
. The addition of live music and games is gonna make it a fun-filled day out with friends or family 
. Got my Beer Lover ticket booked (obvi) and can't wait for a rad day of beer, food, and fun! Cheers! 
meanwhile i've been seeing some amazing breweries pop up in philly lately and i'd love to see more of them participating... maybe they can even have a "local brews" section so we can support our own local talent 
also, who else is excited for the oompah-funk sounds 
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