A massive, first-ever Dry January bar crawl launches in Philly this weekend
Plus: One bar owner defines the difference between mocktails and zero-proof cocktails.
From inventive cocktails at bars to interactive bartender-led classes, it’s easy to be alcohol-free in Philadelphia this month and still leave the house. And now, sober-curious drinkers can hop from one bar to the next in the city’s first-ever Dry January bar crawl.
Together, Northern Liberties Business Improvement District and Fishtown District are hosting a massive, two-day bar crawl of more than two dozen restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, distilleries, and hospitality spots offering discounted zero-proof cocktails. The event runs Saturday, Jan. 17 and Sunday, Jan, 18, allowing participants to explore the two neighborhoods at their own pace. No tickets or check-in are required.
“We are excited to kick off 2026 with our close friends in Fishtown for a post-holiday reset,” said Sydney Rexroad, Northern Liberties Business Improvement District executive director. “The Dry January Crawl … is a great opportunity to see a different side of creativity from your favorite spots.”
“This is the perfect way to start 2026,” said Marc D. Collazzo, Fishtown District executive director. “Our close connection provides a full, fun wellness experience in the hottest neighborhoods in the city. Come join us to sip, savor and smile.”
Along with a slate of regularly priced nonalcoholic cocktails or specialty beverages, folks can expect each participating establishment to have one or more special happy hour-priced nonalcoholic beverage, from $6 to $10.
Bar1010 will offer strawberry matcha mocktails for $10, beers and Moscow mules will run $6 to $8 at Bar Palmina, and smoked mixed berry spritz will go for $10 at Jerry’s Bar, just to name a few.
But remember: “Mocktails are what you’ll see mostly on menus — they’re made up of syrups, shrubs, soda, juices, and the ABV falls at 0.0," according to Nikki Graziano, owner of Bar Palmina. “Zero-proof cocktails are made with complex nonalcoholic spirits and bitters. They provide the same balance and craft as a regular alcoholic drink and their ABV ranges from 0.0-0.5% ABV.”
“There’s no better or worse, but the distinction is important to note for sensitivities as well as price points,” she said.
In Northern Liberties:
Amina: 1102 Germantown Ave., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bar1010: 701 N. Second St., 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Bourbon and Branch: 705 N. Second St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
El Camino Real: 1040 N. Second St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jerry’s Bar: 129 W. Laurel St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Standard Tap: 901 N. Second St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 700: 700 N. Second St., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Urban Village Brewing: 1001 N. Second St., noon to 5 p.m.
Yards Brewing Co.: 500 Spring Garden St., 11:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
In Fishtown:
Bar Palmina: 1306 N. Front St., 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Brewery ARS: 2223 Frankford Ave., 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Evil Genius Beer Company: 1727 N. Front St., noon to 5 p.m.
Fette Sau: 1208 Frankford Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Fishtown Social: 1525 Frankford Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Frankford Hall: 1210 Frankford Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Front Street Cafe: 1253 Front St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Garage Fishtown: 100 E. Girard Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Johnny Brenda’s: 1201 Frankford Ave., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mamajuana Cafe Philly: 1000 Frankford Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Meyers Brewing: 436 E. Girard Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Mural City Cellars: 1831 Frankford Ave., noon to 5 p.m.
Nut Hut Saloon: Corner of Frankford Ave. and E. Norris St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pearl’s Fishtown: 1444 Frankford Ave., 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Percy Diner & Bar: 1700 N. Front St., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Stateside Vodka Bar: 1700 N. Hancock St., noon to 5 p.m.
The INTL: 1642 N. Front St., noon to 4 p.m.