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Philly’s traveling beer garden Parks on Tap starts back up next week, bringing new green spaces and menu items to summertime hangouts with friends.
Parks on Tap, operated by FCM Hospitality in partnership with the city’s Department of Parks and Recreation, will open on Wednesday, April 8, at the Azalea Gardens in Fairmount Park.
Each week, a new park will play host, inviting residents and tourists to spend their evening outside, surrounded by the natural sights and smells of Philly’s famous parks.
The beer garden opens from Wednesday to Friday, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday, from noon to 10 p.m.
The nightly party is free to attend, but regulators require membership to Parks on Tap to enter. Membership is free, only needs to be done once per season, and guests can sign up when they arrive at the park. Parks on Tap is wheelchair accessible, but situated on grass.
As it is a beer garden, Parks on Tap is 21+ to enter with valid government-issued ID. Children and people under 21 can attend with a parent or legal guardian. Parks on Tap is dog-friendly, so guests can bring leashed furry friends.
While picnic tables may be available depending on the location, guests should prepare to bring their own blankets and chairs. Each location will have a bathroom trailer as well.
Each park is accessible via public transportation, car, or ride-sharing app. If driving, guests are strongly encouraged not to leave any valuables in their vehicles. You can bike to the park, but bring a lock for your bike, and know that bike parking is limited in some locations.
Parks on Tap Schedule & Locations
Azalea Garden, Fairmount Park: April 8-April 12 and April 15 to April 19.
Columbus Square Park, South Philadelphia: April 22-April 26
Schuylkill River Park (Markward), Fitler Square: April 29-May 3
FDR Park, South Philadelphia: May 6-May 10 (includes Mother’s Day)
Matthias Baldwin Park, Spring Garden: May 13-May 17
Clark Park, West Philadelphia: May 20-May 25 (includes Memorial Day)
Water Works, Art Museum: May 27-May 31 (new location)
Powers Park, Port Richmond: June 3-June 7
Burholme Park, Northeast Philadelphia: June 10-June 14 (new location)
Fernhill Park, Germantown: June 17-June 21 (includes Juneteenth and Father’s Day)
Pretzel Park, Manayunk: June 24-June 28
Schuylkill Banks, Center City: July 1-July 4 (includes Independence Day)
Shofuso Japanese House, Parkside: July 8-July 12
McMichael Park, East Falls: July 15-July 19
Historic Rittenhouse Town, West Mount Airy: July 22-July 26
Gorgas Park, Roxborough: July 29-Aug. 2
Wharton Square, South Philadelphia: Aug. 5-Aug. 9 (new location)
Belmont Plateau, West Philadelphia: Aug. 12-Aug. 16
Dickinson Square Park, South Philadelphia: Aug. 19-Aug. 23
Lemon Hill, Fairmount Park: Aug. 26-Aug. 30
Penn Treaty Park, Fishtown: Sept. 2-Sept. 7 (includes Labor Day)
Borski Park, Northeast Philadelphia: Sept. 9-Sept. 13
The Spring Gardens, Spring Garden: Sept. 16-Sept. 20
Cliveden Park, Mount Airy: Sept. 23-Sept. 27
Stephen Girard Park, South Philadelphia: Sept. 30-Oct. 4
Columbus Square Park, Passyunk Square: Oct. 7-Oct. 11
Parks on Tap menu
Parks on Tap features a food truck and bar, where guests can order entrees, appetizers, and plenty of drinks — both alcoholic and nonalcoholic.
Cash and card are accepted. No outside food or drink is allowed, except for small snacks for young children.
Food menu
Grilled Street Corn Dip, $8
Pasta Salad, $8
Pita Chip/Veggie Stick Dip Trio, $12
Watermelon & Tomato Caprese Salad, $13
Grilled Chicken Sandwich, $17
Birria Sandwich, $17
Cheesesteak, $16
Smoked ‘Shroom BBQ Sandwich, $16
Classic Cheeseburger, $16
Veggie Crunch Wrap, $14
Loaded Mexican Hot Dog, $11
Kids Hot Dog, $8
Kids Cheeseburger, $8
Blueberry Cheesecake Cup, $7
Fruit Salad, $7
Fudge Brownie, $7
Drink menu
Cocktails, $12
Hibiscus Lemonade
Spicy Mango Margarita
Berry Sangria
Draft, $8
Mainstay Parks Pale Ale
Mainstay Bowline IPA
Mainstay Poplar Pils
Mainstay King Laird
2SP Up & Out
Conshohocken Ring the Bell
Dogfish Fesina Peche
Downeast Original Cider
Canned, $8
Mainstay Black Cap
Birthplace Porter
Mainstay Helles
Victory Brotherly Love
Leinenkugel Orange Shandy
Spiked Cans $12
Surfside Vodka Tea
Surfside Vodka Blueberry Lemonade
Stateside Vodka Orange Seltzer
Wine $11
Pinot Grigio
Rose
Sparkling (*$14)
Soft drinks, $3
Lemonade
Water
Coke
Diet Coke
Sprite
Red Bull (*$6)
Nonalcoholic Beer $8
The Athletic Free Wave
The Athletic Upside Dawn
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