PENNSYLVANIA - Get ready to raise a glass! Center City District (CCD) SIPS, Philadelphia's beloved city-wide happy hour program, is returning for its landmark 21st season this summer. Starting Wednesday, June 4th, and running every Wednesday through August 27th, 2025, this iconic tradition invites colleagues, friends, and visitors to connect and unwind at dozens of participating bars and restaurants across Center City, enjoying exclusive discounts on drinks and appetizers.
The SIPS Deal: Unbeatable Happy Hour Specials
The core appeal of CCD SIPS lies in its fantastic deals, available every Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM:
- $7 Cocktails: Including special creations featuring Hornitos® Tequila.
- $6 Wine: Select glasses of wine at a discounted price.
- $5 Beer: Enjoy refreshing beers at a wallet-friendly price.
- Half-Price Appetizers: Pair your drinks with delicious appetizers offered at 50% off.
Keep the Evening Going:
The fun doesn't have to stop at 7:00 PM. Select SIPS locations will offer 15% off dinner for patrons continuing their evening after the official happy hour concludes.
Celebrating 21 Years with a Throwback Preview Party
To kick off its 21st anniversary season in style, CCD SIPS is hosting a special Preview Party at Dilworth Park in partnership with Wooder Ice.
- Date & Time: Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
- Theme: A nostalgic trip back to 2004, complete with early-2000s aesthetics and décor.
- Features: Enjoy SIPS pricing on drinks, tunes from a live DJ, plus giveaways and activations from Hornitos® Tequila.
- Admission: Free for guests 21 and older (ticketed upgrades available at centercityphila.org/sipspreviewparty).
Weekly Wednesday Fun at Dilworth Park
Starting June 4th, Dilworth Park will host CCD SIPS every Wednesday throughout the summer season, presented by Hornitos® Tequila. Expect the standard $7 Hornitos® cocktails, $6 wine, and $5 beer specials, along with weekly food deals in a vibrant outdoor setting.
More Than Just Discounts: The Spirit of SIPS
As Center City District President and CEO Prema Katari Gupta highlights, SIPS is about fostering connection. "SIPS is about so much more than discounted cocktails—it's about rediscovering the spontaneous conversations and authentic moments that happen when we step away from our screens and into each other's company," Gupta stated. "For 21 years, SIPS has transformed after-work hours into opportunities for meaningful connections that are even more important now... Nothing replaces the energy of colleagues and friends forging bonds that strengthen both personal and professional relationships.”
Find Your Spot: Participating Locations
Dozens of bars and restaurants across Center City participate in CCD SIPS each year, offering a huge variety of atmospheres and culinary styles. The list includes popular spots like ArtBar, Attico, Bar Bombon, Barbuzzo, Bar-Ly Chinatown, Bud & Marilyn's, Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse, City Tap House Logan Square, Con Murphy's, Fado Irish Pub, Harp & Crown, Independence Beer Garden, Misconduct Tavern, Sampan, The Continental Mid-town, Uptown Beer Garden, Village Whiskey, Walnut Garden, and many, many more.
The full, most up-to-date list of participating locations (including those offering the 15% dinner discount) can always be found at ccdsips.com. Participants will continue to be added until the official start date.
Center City District SIPS is back and ready to celebrate its 21st summer of bringing Philadelphians together for affordable after-work fun. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays starting June 4th, gather your friends and colleagues, and rediscover the simple pleasure of connecting over discounted drinks and appetizers at Center City's best bars and restaurants. Don't forget the special 2004-themed Preview Party on May 21st! Visit ccdsips.com for all the details and the complete list of participants.
