April 08, 2024

Maifest Returns to South Street with Philly's Tallest Maypole, German Food, Dancing and More

April 08, 2024/ Brauhaus Schmitz/ Kory Aversa

Brauhaus Schmitz presents the 11th Annual Maifest spring festival and block party on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Philadelphia's premiere German restaurant and beer hall will close down South Street at the 700 block for an all day, all ages celebration that will feature authentic German culture, live music, delicious food, and of course, plenty of beer! The festivities will include Pennsylvania's largest Maypole, performances by Die Heimatklange Band and United German Hungarian Dance group, Liter Lift Competition, Pig Roast, face painting, flower crowns, key tapping, games and fun for the whole family. The all-day outdoor block party is free to attend, with food and drink pay as you go.

June 06, 2022

Brauhaus Schmitz Presents Sommerfest Block Party with Giant Maypole, Live Music, Dancers, More

June 06, 2022/ Brauhaus Schmitz/ Lexie Fleege

Prost! Brauhaus Schmitz presents Sommerfest Block Party and Summer Festival on South Street on Saturday, June 25th, from 11:00am to 7:00pm. The city's award-winning German restaurant will take over the entire 700 block of South Street for a full day of family fun that includes the region's largest Maypole, authentic German dancing, live music, flower crowns, face painting, schnapski tent, games and much more. Brauhaus will pop-up with the city's largest outdoor German Biergarten with seating and shade for 1,000 guests. From the kitchen, Chef Mason Nash will fire up currywurst, roast pork, bacon wurst, brats and pretzels. From the taps, look for 13 different beers pouring, including Kölsch to Hefeweizens, Pilsners, Kellerbiers and Spring Bocks. The Sommerfest VIP Brauer Bund Bierhall will include private access to bathrooms, air conditioning, indoor seating, an all-day exclusive appetizer buffet, a commemorative glass beer stein, exclusive beers and six beer tokens. Sommerfest is free to attend, with food and drink pay-as-you-go. VIP tickets are on sale now for $100 each.

December 19, 2018

New Year's Eve in Philadelphia with Top Parties, Dinners and Concerts to Ring in 2019

December 19, 2018/ Alex Swanson

Get out and celebrate on New Year's Eve in Philadelphia and the Main Line with thirty-five top NYE parties, dinners, special events, count-downs, concerts, champagne toasts - and much more. Aversa PR clients will count down to 2019 in a big way in every neighborhood from South Philadelphia to South Street, Old City to Rittenhouse, University City to Midtown Village, Exton to Ardmore -and beyond.

October 01, 2018

Brauhaus Schmitz Transfroms 23rd Street Armory into Philadelphia's Largest Oktoberfest for Columbus Day Weekend

October 01, 2018/ Catarina Kissinger

Brauhaus Schmitz saved their best Oktoberfest for last! Following their largest South Street Oktoberfest in ten years, Doug Hager and the Brauhaus team are back again for the 3rd Annual 23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest, on Friday, October 5 and Saturday, October 6, 2018. Staged in the sprawling 23rd Street Armory, the Armory Oktoberfest includes three sessions, each able to accommodate 1,500 revelers, for one of the biggest beer-drinking events to hit Philadelphia and one of the most authentic Oktoberfest parties in the United States. Tickets are on sale now and include music, dancing, food, drink and much more. Prost!

May 02, 2017

South Street Spring Festival Returns Saturday, May 6th With 30+ Bands, 35+ Restaurants, 125+ Vendors, Philly Taco Contest, Maifest, Rocky Horror Time Warp, And More

May 02, 2017/ Karianna Simpkins

Eat, drink, shop, rock - and time warp! South Street Headhouse District presents South Street Spring Festival this Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Philadelphia’s largest spring festival takes South (between Front and 8th) and Headhouse Plaza (between South and Lombard), plus connecting side streets. The all-ages, all-day, free outdoor block party will feature 125+ vendors, 35+ restaurants and bars, 30+ bands, 3 stages, 7 performance areas, 24 makers/artists and more.

March 24, 2017

13 Egg-Citing Philadelphia Brunch Spots for Easter Sunday April 16, 2017

March 24, 2017/ Karianna Simpkins

Easter Brunch and Easter Dinner are holiday staples and a number of Philadelphia favorites have some egg-citing things in-store. Thirteen local restaurants, cafes and bakeries offering special menus, spring cocktails, outdoor seating and more.

February 24, 2017

Philadelphia's 86th Easter Promenade Set To Hop Down South Street On Easter Sunday

February 24, 2017/ Karianna Simpkins

Hop on down to South Street Headhouse District for some FREE, egg-citing family fun during the 85th annual Easter Promenade on Sunday, April 16, 2017. Come dressed in your Sunday Best and promenade down South Street in this grand and popular tradition that last year drew record crowds. Master of ceremonies Henri David returns to lead the parade from the corner of Passyunk Avenue/South Street down to Headhouse Square (2nd Street). Enjoy Easter treats, live music from the Philadelphia Freedom Band, the Bunny Hop, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cottontail and much more until 2:00pm. Bring your camera and stick around to meet the Easter Bunny himself, and see who wins the best dressed contests!

February 22, 2017

South Street Spring Festival Returns with 12 Blocks Of Food, Drink, Music, Arts, Shopping And Fun

February 22, 2017/ Karianna Simpkins

South Street Headhouse District announces the return of South Street Spring Festival on Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 11:00AM to 8:00PM. Rock your way into the summer season with a giant, all-ages outdoor block party that will take over the street from South (between Front and 8th) and run along Headhouse Plaza. Last year, over 58,000+ people came out to enjoy the music, food and fun in the sun. Mark your calendars as the city’s largest block party is back!

February 07, 2017

Philadelphia Romances the Foodies with Pre-Fixe Dinners, Champagne Cocktails, Boozy Shakes and Heart-Shaped Pizza

February 07, 2017/ Kory Aversa

From heart-shaped pizzagrams, to a four-course champagne cocktail dinner to foie and lobster 'surf and turf" tacos, Cupid says come hungry and thirsty! SliCE, Revolution Taco, Fine Palate, P'unk Burger, The Little Lion, Taproom on 19th, The Little Bird Bakery, Bridget Foy's, Brauhaus Schmitz and Revolution Chop House announce their special dinners, events and menus for Valentine's Weekend and Day, February 10 through February 14, 2017.

December 13, 2016

Where to Eat, Drink, Party: Philadelphia Guide to Christmas Eve/Day and New Year's Eve/Day

December 13, 2016/ Karianna Simpkins

Still looking for the perfect place to ring in the New Year, or a cozy spot to carb up the next day before you head down to 2nd street? How about a gourmet Christmas meal that you don't have to stress about? From champagne toasts to holiday roasts, our client's have you covered this year! Check out our list of the best places to spend the holiday's this year in Philadelphia.