Attendee info & FAQs

Philly Craft Beer Festival Rules
Frequently Asked Questions

Festival Rules

• Must have Driver's License or Other Government Issued form of I.D. that verifies legal drinking age of 21.
• Beware of “driving while intoxicated laws”and plan accordingly.
• Promotional photos and video will be taken at the event and you grant permission for your likeness to be used.
• Pace yourself, this is a sampling event.
• Drink Responsibly, Know Your Limits!
• We reserve the right in our discretion, to remove any individuals for including but not limited to intoxication, fighting and rudeness.  You will be escorted out of the event and not allowed back in!
• Must be properly attired.
• We reserve the right to check all bags.
• No pets allowed.
• No outside glassware allowed.
• You get one souvenir glass for this event. Replacement glasses are $5.00 each

FAQs

Is The Event Indoor or Outdoor?
The Philadelphia Beer Festival will be an indoor event at the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal in the Philadelphia Naval Yard. There is also a fenced in outdoor area for smokers (smoking is only permitted in this area).

What does admission include?
You will pay one fee to get in. You will receive a souvenir four oz. tasting glass with a two ounce pour line. You are welcome to sample any beer that the brewers have.

Liberty Belle Catering will have food for purchase. Food does not come with the price of admission.

Will Food be Available?
Liberty Belle Catering will have food for purchase. Food does not come with the price of admission.

Is there an age limit to get into the show?
No one under the age of 21 will be allowed entrance into the show, this includes designated drivers who must be at least 21 years of age.

What is the rate for the Designator Drivers?
Designated Drivers will be charged $10 dollars per ticket.

How does the Designated Driver ticket work?
The designated driver ticket works the following way. The designated driver pays $10 to get in. The designated driver receives a different color wristband to get in. They receive a free bottle of water. They are able to enjoy all the activities of the festival except they are not allowed to drink any beer. Any designated driver ticket holder who breaks the designated driver rule will be immediately removed from the festival.

If I buy one ticket am I allowed to go to both sessions?
A ticket can only be used once for the session purchased.

Is there a coat check?
Yes, there is a coat check.

What hotels are in the area?
Courtyard by Marriott, 8900 Bartram Ave., Philly, 215-365-2200.
Hampton Inn, 8600 Bartram Ave., Philly, 215-966-1300.
Fairfield Inn, 8800 Bartram Ave., Philly, 215-365-2254.
Embassy Suites, 9000 Bartran Ave., Philly, 215-796-6008.

Can I still buy tickets for this event?
No. Both sessions are currently sold out. NO TICKETS WILL BE FOR SALE AT THE DOOR.

I’m having trouble printing out my tickets, what do I do?
FOR TICKET HOLDERS ONLY: If you already have tickets and are in need of customer service regarding your ticket purchase, please call 1-877-77CLICK.

What time do the door open for each session?
Doors open at 11:30 AM for Session 1 (Session begins at 12PM)
Doors open at 5:30 PM for Session 2 (Session begins at 6PM)

Where is the Philadelphia Navy Yard located?
The Philadelphia Cruise Terminal is located at 5100 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19112.

Is there taxi service available to and from the Navy Yard?
Yes, it is recommended that all attendees take advantage of public transportation for the festival. Here are the phone numbers for a few of the area taxicab companies:
All City Taxi: (215) 467-6666 
PHL Taxi: (215) 232-2000 
Victory Radio Dispatch: (215) 225-5000
Crescent Cab: (215) 365-3500

How do I get to the Philadelphia Navy Yard?
Complimentary bus shuttle service will be available to festival attendees from the Broad & Pattison SEPTA station to the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal venue. Shuttles from Broad & Pattison will begin at 11:00 AM and run continuously through 2:00 PM for Session 1. They will begin again at 5:00 PM and run continuously through 8:00 PM for Session 2. The return shuttles back to Broad & Pattison will begin at 3:00 PM and run through 4:30 PM for Session 1 and again from 9:00 PM through 10:30 PM for Session 2. For more info about transportation, click on the transportation link.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible.

Is there parking at the Navy Yard?
Yes, there is parking at the venue. There is a $10 parking fee collected by the Navy Yard for parking.