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FCM Hospitality is excited to announce that Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s famous beer garden that gives back, is returning with its first full traveling season since the pandemic. Starting Wednesday, April 12th, Parks on Tap will be traveling around the city, popping up in18 locations over 23 weeks. Patrons can enjoy freshly prepared bites, local beers on tap, refreshing rose and non-alcoholic beverages in a secure outdoor environment with comfortable chairs and clean restrooms. Despite the location, Parks on Tap always offers the perfect backdrop to your day and evenings out enjoying the beautiful, warmer weather. This distinct model offers a unique experience for both Philadelphia locals and tourists alike to explore the natural beauty in our own community.
The season starts in East Fairmount Park on Wednesday, April 12th at the stunning Azalea Gardens. Staying true to its slogan, the beer garden that gives back, FCM Hospitality will be doing a special direct donation to the specific parks they are visiting! On the first two hours of the first day of Parks on Tap’s stay at a number of locations, sip back and relax knowing that 25% of your sales will be donated directly to the beautiful atmosphere you are enjoying!
The 2023 season schedule of locations is as follows:
4/12-4/16: Azaela Garden
4/19-4/23: Columbus Square
4/26-4/30: Pastorius Park (Chestnut Hill)
5/3-5/7: Penn Treaty Park (Fishtown)
5/10-5/14: Matthias Baldwin Park
5/17-5/21: Campbell Square
5/24-5/29 : Clark Park *Open Monday: 12pm-10pm
5/31-6/4: Schuylkill Banks
6/7-611: Shofuso Japanese House
6/14-6/18: Dickinson Square Park
6/21-6/25: Discovery Center
7/4-7/9: FDR Park
7/12-7/16: Belmont Plateau
7/19-7/23: Gorgas Park
7/26-7/30: Pretzel Park
8/2-8/6: Burholme Park
8/9-8/13: Lemon Hill
8/16-8/20: Clark Park
8/23-8/27: Matthias Baldwin Park
8/30-9/4: Penn Treaty Park *Open for Labor Day: 12pm-10pm
9/6-9/10: Columbus Square
9/13-9/17: Schuylkill Banks
Parks on Tap will consistently offer the casual fare and brews that it has become known for. In addition to providing a variety of local craft beers, patrons can also expect wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages such as water and lemonade. A food menu will be available for purchase at all locations highlighting a convenient grab-and-go menu of locally sourced wraps and snacks. Wash down our chef-created Mexican Street Corn Dip (smoked sweet corn, jalapeño, queso fresco, tajín, corn tortilla chips) or the returning crowd favorite BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich with Mainstay Independent Brewing Company’s Love Your Park Pale Ale! This seasonal unfiltered pale ale is the perfect sip to quench your thirst after a long day, and was originally created exclusively for Parks on Tap to help raise awareness for volunteering at loveyourpark.org. Make sure to stay tuned for seasonal culinary upgrades!
Parks on Tap is family (and fido) friendly. Parks on Tap is self-contained within roped boundaries, providing its own power, bathrooms, food and drink trucks, seating, shade and lights – all without use or dependency of existing park facilities. This means more money can be raised and make a direct impact on park improvements and future programming. Season hours for Parks on Tap are currently scheduled to be Wednesday to Friday, from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 10:00pm, weather permitting. Guests must register in advance for their free 2023 seasonal membership prior to entry. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Seating is first come, first served. For more information on the Parks on Tap and directions, please visit www.parksontap.com.
All credit cards and cash are accepted for food and drink. Credit cards are preferred. The opening food and drink menu is as follows:
FOOD:
Mexican Street Corn Dip (VG, GF) $9
Smoked Sweet Corn, Jalapeño, Queso Fresco, Tajín, Corn Tortilla Chips
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus (V) $9
Pita Chips, Celery
Curry Chicken Sliders (2) $11
Bacon, Red Onion, Celery, Potato Bun
Watermelon Salad (VG, GF) $10
Baby Arugula, Smoked Feta, Toasted Pecan, Shaved Fennel, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Smoked Potato Salad (V) $6
Wholegrain Mustard Dressing, Scallion
Sandwiches
served with kettle cooked potato chips
Meatballs $13
Tomato Sauce, Smoked Mozzarella, Seeded Long Roll
Pulled Pork $12
Coleslaw, B&B pickles, BBQ, Brioche Bun
Smoked Portabella Mushroom Hoagie (VG) $13
Red Pepper Hummus, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Cherry Pepper Aioli, Seeded Long Roll
Kids Hot Dog $6
All Beef Hot Dog, Potato Bun
Coffee and Chocolate Mousse $6
Whipped Cream, Salted Peanut Crumble
Malcolm’s Famous Fruit Cup $6
Menu Notations
V – Vegan / VG – Vegetarian / GF – Gluten Free
DRINKS:
Cocktails $11
Hibiscus Lemonade Kiki Vodka, hibiscus, fresh lemonade
Peachy Keen Kiki Vodka, peach schnapps, blue curacao, white cranberry, lime
Draft $8
Mainstay Poplar Pils
Mainstay Bowline IPA
Mainstay Parks Pale Ale
Mainstay White Flag
2SP Up & Out.
Conshohocken Blood Money Guava
Jack’s Cider
Canned $8
New Trail Crisp Lager
Victory Brotherly Love
Mainstay Helles Lager
Spiked Cans $11
Stateside Seltzer: Black Cherry or Orange
Surfside Tea
Wine $9
Rose
N/A $3
Lemonade
Water
Red Bull $6
Hours:
Wednesday -Friday: 4-10PM
Saturday- Sunday: 12-10PM
Social Media:
Facebook @parksontap
Instagram @parksontap
ABOUT PARKS ON TAP AND HISTORY
Parks on Tap kicked off in 2016 to engage the Philadelphia community and give back to the neighborhood parks. A portion of all proceeds every year are donated to help restore and maintain Philly’s parks. Thanks to Parks on Tap’s past donations, improvements have included trail work and maintenance, tree plantings, new signage, free music, movie programs, and more.
Parks on Tap is located inside some of Philadelphia’s best outdoor locations. Each park is accessible via public transportation, car, or ride-sharing app. If driving, guests are strongly encouraged to not leave any valuables in their vehicles. Bikes are not permitted inside the beer garden. Limited bike parking is available, but patrons should bring their own lock. For more information about Parks on Tap, visit www.parksontap.com.
ABOUT FCM HOSPITALITY
FCM Hospitality is a Philadelphia-based hospitality and entertainment company, managing bars, restaurants, and seasonal pop-ups throughout the region. The company is owned by Avram Hornik, a leader with more than 20 years in the hospitality industry, who has developed some the city’s most popular permanent and temporary venues such as Morgan’s Pier, Concourse Dance Bar, Lola’s Garden Ardmore, Liberty Point, Craft Hall, and more. For more information about FCM Hospitality, visit fcmhospitality.com or call 215.568.1616.
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