One of Fishtown\u2019s most flavorful annual traditions is officially back. The Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District is inviting beer lovers, foodies, and anyone who loves a fun neighborhood event to celebrate the return of Stouts & Snouts. This one\u2011day festival takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11:00am until close, and it transforms the entire district into a tasting trail of bold brews, creative cocktails, and pork\u2011inspired dishes (with plant\u2011based options, too). Even better? There\u2019s no charge to attend \u2014 just pay as you go for food and drinks.<\/p>\n
Executive Director Marc Collazzo says it best: this event is all about sampling creative pairings from Fishtown\u2019s eclectic lineup of bars and restaurants while supporting the local businesses that make the neighborhood thrive. And he\u2019s right \u2014 Stouts & Snouts brings people together through one of the best forms of community building: sharing good food and drinks with friends.<\/p>\n
Restaurant owner Paul Kimport, who runs Johnny Brenda\u2019s and The International Bar, echoes that spirit. He highlights that the neighborhood loves showing off its energy and diversity, especially with St. Patrick\u2019s Day right around the corner. The timing makes this the perfect weekend to explore Fishtown\u2019s dining scene, sip seasonal cocktails, and enjoy specialty dishes you won\u2019t find any other time of year.<\/p>\n
What to Expect This Year<\/p>\n
From classic Irish stouts to creative twists, the event\u2019s signature lineup includes:<\/p>\n
Stout Beer Specials- Expect everything from smooth, traditional Irish stouts to inventive small\u2011batch varieties.Inspired Cocktails – Irish whiskey creations and specialty drinks crafted just for the event.Pork & Plant\u2011Based Bites – Pulled pork sliders, schnitzel, BBQ classics, creative alternatives, and more.<\/p>\n
Over a dozen Fishtown favorites are participating this year, including Bar Palmina, Barcade, Brewery ARS, Evil Genius Beer Company, Fette Sau, Frankford Hall, Johnny Brenda\u2019s, Lloyd Whiskey Bar, Other Half Brewing, The International, WM Mulherin\u2019s Sons, and many more.<\/p>\n
Some early highlights include:<\/p>\n
Brewery ARS \u2013 FUMUS, a lightly smoked stout with honeyEvil Genius Beer Company \u2013 \u201cI\u2019ll Have What She\u2019s Having\u201d Chocolate Hazelnut Imperial Stout + a Cuban sandwichFette Sau \u2013 Hawaiian style pulled pork sliders with pineapple cabbage slaw and onion marmalade mostardaLloyd Whiskey Bar \u2013 Candied bacon deviled eggs and stout\u2011braised pork bellyOther Half Brewing \u2013 Stout\u2011braised pulled pork sandwich, carnitas tacos, chorizo jalape\u00f1o poppers, grilled cheese with baconPercy \u2013 Roast Pork Pot PieSecondhand Ranch \u2013 Hot dog with bacon scallion cream cheeseThe International Bar \u2013 Bacon baked oystersWM Mulherin\u2019s Sons \u2013 Pork Costoletta with prosciutto, parmigiano, and baby arugula<\/p>\n
With even more menus still to be announced, there will be no shortage of bites (and sips) to explore.<\/p>\n
Why You Don\u2019t Want to Miss ItA full day of drinks, food, and local hospitalitySeasonal cocktails leading up to St. Patrick\u2019s DayOptions for both meat lovers and plant\u2011based dinersA great excuse to explore one of Philly\u2019s hottest dining districts<\/p>\n