Fishtown FestivALE
Sat., June 9, noon-8 p.m., pay as you go
Frankford Hall and Johnny Brenda’s are teaming for the first annual Fishtown FestivALE. The block-party-style event features an appearance from Beer Week symbol the Hammer of Glory and beers from Sly Fox, including Phoenix Pale Ale, Maibock and Royal Weisse, to be poured at JB’s, which is also serving food specials like veggie burgers and brisket sandwiches. Frankford Hall will have some classic Belgian and German beers such as Fransiskaner Hefeweizen, Paulaner Munich Lager and Spaten Oktoberfest, and their menu features regular and spicy bratwurst, turkey legs and Bavarian pretzels. Johnny Brenda’s and Frankford Hall, 1201 and 1210 N. Frankford Ave., johnnybrendas.com, frankfordhall.com.
Left Hand Arm Wrestling at SPTR
Sat., June 9, 7 p.m., pay as you go
Dan Conway of Left Hand Brewing and South Philadelphia Tap Room are hosting an arm-wrestling contest that gives southpaws a chance to shine: Contestants must use their left arm to wrestle. Left Hand is pouring faves along with some rare brews and a special firkin. The winner gets Left Hand swag and beer, along with a SPTR gift certificate. Taps start flowing at 7 p.m.; the contest starts at 9 p.m. South Philadelphia Tap Room, 1509 Mifflin St., 215-271-7787, southphiladelphiataproom.com.
Beermuda Triangle Run
Sat., June 9, noon, pay as you go
Kite & Key is sponsoring a twist on the traditional relay race for Beer Week: Starting at St. Stephen’s Green, players in teams of four compete by pounding beers before “passing the baton” to the next runner. Stops include The Bishop’s Collar and Kite & Key. Cans of Sly Fox, 21st Amendment and Oskar Blues will go for a special relay price. Register by emailing jim@thekiteandkey.com; if you don’t have four people, Kite & Key will team you up. Make sure to arrive at noon; the race starts at 1 p.m. Kite & Key, 1836 Callowhill St., 215-568-1818, thekiteandkey.com.
