Philly Cider Week Returns with Weeklong Activities Including a Cider Stroll, Cheese Pairings, BBQ and Cider Tastings, and More

The Philly fall tradition, Philly Cider Week, is back for 2025 with a full lineup of events celebrating Pennsylvania-grown apples and the cideries that turn them into world-class beverages. From October 26 through November 3, cider lovers can enjoy tastings, pop-ups, pairings, and one-of-a-kind experiences at venues across the region — from Reading Terminal Market and Fishtown to Historic RittenhouseTown and beyond.

Now in its latest edition, Philly Cider Week continues to highlight the craft, creativity, and agricultural heritage behind orchard-driven cider. The festival brings together producers, chefs, cheesemongers, and mixologists for over a dozen events that showcase how Pennsylvania’s apples inspire everything from crisp, traditional dry ciders to innovative, modern blends.

The festivities begin with “Time for Something… Cider” on October 23 at Bonn Place Brewing, where all taps will be swapped to feature cider from Pennsylvania producers including Ploughman, Frecon Farms, 5 Maidens, and Wyndridge. Guests can enjoy an informal introduction to some of the state’s best orchard-based ciders in a relaxed brewery setting.

The official opening event, “Sunday Cider Stroll,” takes place on October 26 beneath the Headhouse Shambles in collaboration with The Food Trust and South Street Headhouse District. The stroll features vendors, live music by Chuck Darwin & The Knuckledraggers, children’s activities, and a charitable Cider Passport program, with proceeds benefiting The Food Trust’s food access initiatives.

Throughout the week, Philly’s cider scene will blend with the city’s vibrant food culture.

• October 28: North by Texas x Cider Belly presents a six-course BBQ tasting menu and cider pairing, reimagining a Texas-style barbecue tray into refined small plates.

• October 29: Philly Cheese School hosts a Cider & Cheese Class co-led by Claire Trindle, Pennsylvania’s first female Certified Pommelier, and Julia Fox-Birnbaum of Philly Cheese School. Attendees will enjoy guided pairings of four ciders with artisanal cheeses while learning the fundamentals of sensory analysis.

• October 30: Luna Café and Home Brewed Events team up for “Fall in Love with Cider,” a guided tasting featuring local cideries paired with curated cheese and charcuterie boards.

Philly Cider Week also offers one-of-a-kind experiences for those looking to dive deeper into the craft.

• October 31–November 1: Dressler Estate opens its Downingtown taproom for “Dusting Off the Archives,” featuring vertical flights from past batches aged across eight years, showcasing how cider evolves with time and terroir.

• November 1: Post Haste hosts the Anxo Cider Happy Hour, where cider maker Charlie Burt will pour rare and unreleased ciders, including the debut of Albatwitch, paired with bites from chef Ari Miller.

• November 2: Historic RittenhouseTown transforms into a moonlit festival for “Cider & Sorcery: A Moonlit Rite,” an immersive night of cider tastings, secret speakeasies, tarot readings, flashlight ghost tours, and full moon telescope viewings. Proceeds support the preservation of the historic site.

The week concludes on November 3 with the Official Closing Party at Middle Child Clubhouse, featuring special releases from Pennsylvania cideries like ANXO, Big Hill, Brother Monk, Dressler Estate, Ploughman, and Stone & Key. The event will also feature a pop-up indoor night market with local food vendors including Sweet Amalia Oyster Farm, Flakely, and Birchrun Hills Farm, offering the perfect pairing to a glass of cider.

Philly Cider Week is more than a celebration — it’s a movement supporting local agriculture and craft producers while bringing together a passionate community of cider makers and enthusiasts. Whether you’re a longtime cider fan or just curious about what makes Pennsylvania’s orchards so special, this weeklong festival offers something for everyone.