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Parks on Tap

Parks on Tap Parks on Tap is a spacious beer garden located on Waterworks Drive, adjacent to the iconic Boathouse. The beautiful outdoor setting offers a variety of fresh food and craft beers served on tap, as well as non-alcoholic beverages, all while providing comfortable seating options and clean restrooms. Visitors will appreciate the various measures in place to ensure safety, including contact tracing and increased cleaning procedures, as mandated by the City of Philadelphia and State of Pennsylvania. Join Parks on Tap at Water Works for a fun-filled day in a gorgeous location with great food!

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Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚴‍♂️🌳A huge shoutout and special thank you to the  crew for riding by and hanging out with us l...
06/03/2026

Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚴‍♂️🌳

A huge shoutout and special thank you to the crew for riding by and hanging out with us last week!

If you're looking for the perfect destination for your next two-wheeled trek, Parks on Tap is officially rolling into Powers Park this week! Join us Wednesday through Sunday for fresh air, local brews, and the vibes in the city. 🍻✨

🗓️ June 3–7
🕓 Wed–Fri: 4–10PM
🕛 Sat–Sun: 12–10PM

06/01/2026

We had an amazing time this past week at Water Works! 🌳🌊
Be sure to join us this week as we head to Powers Park this Wednesday to Sunday 🍻

Catch us by the Schuylkill while you still can! ⏳☀️Today marks the final hours at Water Works. Skip your usual Sunday ro...
05/31/2026

Catch us by the Schuylkill while you still can! ⏳☀️

Today marks the final hours at Water Works. Skip your usual Sunday routine and join us at the park. We’re hanging out and serving up cold drinks until 10PM sharp. Let's make the final day the best one yet! 🍹🌼

05/29/2026

Rolling into the week the right way ☀️🌳

Parks on Tap is officially open and serving up perfect summer vibes. Whether you're cooling down after a bike ride or just catching up with friends, we are pouring cold brews and serving fresh bites until 10PM all weekend!

Rally your crew and come soak up the evening in the park. See you soon! 🍻✨

We’re kicking off the week right by the river at Water Works! 🌳✨There is no better way to unwind than soaking up those s...
05/27/2026

We’re kicking off the week right by the river at Water Works! 🌳✨

There is no better way to unwind than soaking up those stunning waterfront views with a fresh brew and great company. We're all set up, the drinks are cold, and we are set for some perfect evenings in the park.

Grab a seat, enjoy the breeze, and let’s get the week started. See you by the water! 🍻🌊

🗓️ April 27–31
🕓 Wed–Fri: 4–10 PM
🕛 Sat–Sun: 12–10 PM

05/26/2026

A little rain couldn’t stop the good times! 🌧️✨
Huge thank you to everyone who came out to Clark Park to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with us. You all brought the best energy! 🇺🇸🍻

Next stop: Water Works. Who’s joining us? 🌊

Memorial Day Weekend mode: ACTIVATED! 🌳🇺🇸 We can’t wait to celebrate the long weekend with everyone at Clark Park. We’re...
05/20/2026

Memorial Day Weekend mode: ACTIVATED! 🌳🇺🇸
We can’t wait to celebrate the long weekend with everyone at Clark Park. We’re setting up camp from Wednesday all the way through Monday, so come out, grab a cold drink, and soak up the sunshine with us. Let’s start summer right! ☀️🍻

05/18/2026

A special thank you to everyone who joined us at Matthias Baldwin Park! 🍻
We look forward to seeing everybody this Wednesday to Monday at Clark Park for Memorial Day Weekend! 🌳🇺🇸

05/15/2026

We’ve officially arrived and are ready for another incredible day! Come through for cold drinks, tasty bites, and the best company. See you at the park! 😊

New view, same great energy 🌻🍻Join us at Matthias Baldwin Park this week (Wed–Sun) for the ultimate outdoor hangout. We’...
05/13/2026

New view, same great energy 🌻🍻

Join us at Matthias Baldwin Park this week (Wed–Sun) for the ultimate outdoor hangout. We’ve got the drinks cold, the food hot, and the perfect atmosphere to kick back. Cheers to making this your new favorite spot!

Warm weather and cold beer? Say less! ☀️Parks on Tap is officially open at FDR Park today at 4PM. Grab a pint, find a sp...
05/08/2026

Warm weather and cold beer? Say less! ☀️

Parks on Tap is officially open at FDR Park today at 4PM. Grab a pint, find a spot in the grass, and soak up the best outdoor energy in the city. Cheers to a perfect Friday in the park! 🌳🍻

05/06/2026

We had so much fun at Schuylkill River Park last week! ☀️
Join us this Wednesday to Sunday as we head down south to FDR Park, and be sure to check the calendar to see when we’re coming to your neighborhood! 😊🌳

04/30/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who hung out with us at Columbus Square Park last week! We loved the vibes and can’t wait to return.

But for now, the party moves to the water! We’re at Schuylkill River Park (Markward) today through Sunday. 🍻✨

Grab a brew, catch the breeze, and come say hi!

Find us here:
📍 Schuylkill River Park
🗓️ Today – Sunday

Tag your beer garden buddy! 👇

We’re kicking off the week at Schuylkill River Park (Markward)! 🌳✨ There is no better way to soak up those river views t...
04/29/2026

We’re kicking off the week at Schuylkill River Park (Markward)! 🌳✨
There is no better way to soak up those river views than with a fresh brew and good company. We are keeping our fingers crossed that the rain holds off for us today because we’re ready for a great night in the park! 🤞🌦️

Grab a seat, enjoy the breeze, and let’s get this week started right. See you by the water! 🍻🌊

04/23/2026

Azalea Garden was a dream! 🌸
Thanks for the memories, but the we never stop moving! We’re officially at now through Sunday! 🍻 Who’s coming by for a round?

Back for week 2! ☀️Join us today through Sunday at Azalea Garden for delicious bites, cold drinks, and great company 🍻
04/15/2026

Back for week 2! ☀️
Join us today through Sunday at Azalea Garden for delicious bites, cold drinks, and great company 🍻

04/09/2026

We’re so back 😎🍻
You can find us at Azalea Garden 4pm-10pm Thursday and Friday, then 12pm-10pm Saturday and Sunday!

Beer garden season is officially back! 🌳🍻Join us for Week 1 at Azalea Garden with cold brews, fresh air, and those perfe...
04/08/2026

Beer garden season is officially back! 🌳🍻

Join us for Week 1 at Azalea Garden with cold brews, fresh air, and those perfect spring vibes. Grab your crew and join us today through Sunday. Gates open at 4pm ☀️

Only 6 days until were back at Azalea Garden for week 1 of Parks on Tap! Can't wait to see everybody! 🍻
04/02/2026

Only 6 days until were back at Azalea Garden for week 1 of Parks on Tap!
Can't wait to see everybody! 🍻

03/23/2026

GUESS WHO’S BACK!? 🌳🍻
The wait is almost over! Parks on Tap is hitting the road for another incredible season of sunshine and cold brews starting on April 8th! ☀️✨

From the waterfront views at Schuylkill Banks to the sunset vibes at Belmont Plateau, we’re bringing the ultimate traveling beer garden to your favorite neighborhood spots all spring and summer long. 🥨🍃

Grab your crew, soak up the greenery, and let’s make some memories at your favorite park.

COMMENT & TAG your bestie! Which park on the list are you most excited to visit first? 📍👇

The final week of the season is here! Don't let the sadness set in—let's celebrate! 🎉Join us at the Strawberry Mansion B...
10/08/2025

The final week of the season is here! Don't let the sadness set in—let's celebrate! 🎉
Join us at the Strawberry Mansion Bridge for our final send-off of 2025! We're pouring tasty drinks, enjoying those beautiful sunsets, and getting a few more dances in. This is your absolute last chance to visit our incredible Philadelphia Park this year, so come make some final memories! 🥂

HOURS
WED-FRI 4-10pm | SAT-SUN 12-10pm

Finally, the sun is OUT! ☀️ Kick off your weekend with perfect Parks on Tap vibes at Cliveden Park this evening! We'll b...
09/26/2025

Finally, the sun is OUT! ☀️ Kick off your weekend with perfect Parks on Tap vibes at Cliveden Park this evening! We'll be pouring drinks and serving up fun all the way through Sunday. See you there!

Good weather, good times, and good bites… meet us at  to enjoy the final weekend of Summer! ☀️😊
09/19/2025

Good weather, good times, and good bites… meet us at to enjoy the final weekend of Summer! ☀️😊

Gates open for Borski Park this week and we’ve partnered with  to bring you tons of fun things to do throughout the week...
09/10/2025

Gates open for Borski Park this week and we’ve partnered with to bring you tons of fun things to do throughout the week! RSVP link in bio for these awesome events! 🔗🌳🌊

Also be sure to follow Riverfront North and support them in their mission to complete and sustain the riverfront trail and network of parks along that Delaware River that connects residents of urban neighborhoods to nature, offering unparalleled recreational, community building, and environmental education activities.

Happy Friday! ☀️Join us at Discovery Center today for some beautiful weather, cold drinks, and hot dogs! It’s expected t...
09/05/2025

Happy Friday! ☀️
Join us at Discovery Center today for some beautiful weather, cold drinks, and hot dogs! It’s expected to be another rainy weekend so be sure to make it over while you still have the chance!🍹🌭

Address

640 Waterworks Drive
Philadelphia, PA
19130

To reach the location on Waterworks Drive in Philadelphia, visitors can choose from various public transport options including buses and trains. They can take bus number 32 or 33 to get down at the stop near Sedgley Drive. Alternatively, they can use regional rail lines such as Chestnut Hill West or Fox Chase to reach the East Falls station. From there, it is a 10-minute walk to the location.

Driving and parking are also feasible options, with ample parking spaces available nearby. Visitors can drive eastbound on Ridge Avenue and turn right onto Midvale Avenue. After making a slight left onto Kelly Drive, they should look for the parking area under I-76 overpass on Reservoir Drive where they can park their vehicles and head towards Waterworks Drive by foot.

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Parks on Tap at Water Works is a must-visit beer garden in Philadelphia. Located by the famous Water Works building and just steps away from Boathouse, this 25,000 square foot outdoor space offers a relaxing atmosphere with comfortable chairs and clean restrooms. The food is fresh and delicious, and the beers on tap are top-notch. Even non-alcoholic beverages are available for those who prefer them.

What's more, Parks on Tap takes safety seriously. They have implemented several measures to ensure the safety of patrons and employees, including additional cleaning measures and contact tracing. This commitment to safety is reassuring for anyone looking to enjoy a night out.

The location of Parks on Tap at Water Works is also worth mentioning. It's situated near Fairmount Water Works, which houses a restaurant and an interpretive center that educates the public about local watershed history. This makes it an excellent spot for those interested in learning more about Philadelphia's history while enjoying great food and drinks.

Overall, Parks on Tap at Water Works is a fantastic beer garden that offers everything you could want for a fun night out with friends or family. With its great location, delicious food and drinks, and commitment to safety, it's definitely worth checking out!

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