December 5, 1933
The day that alcohol was once again legal in the United States, thanks to the 21st Amendment. Celebrations broke out across the city as folks toasted the ratification on the 18th Amendment, allowing the sale, distribution, manufacturing and consumption of alcoholic beverages legal again.
We celebrate Repeal Day because December 5th marks a return to the rich traditions of craft fermentation and distillation, the legitimacy of the American bartender as a contributor to the culinary arts, and the responsible enjoyment of alcohol as a sacred social custom.” Courtesy of Repealday.org
Looking to celebrate this joyous day? Check out these local Repeal Day Parties in Philadelphia:
XFINITY Live
Xfinity Live and the National Constitution Center have teamed up for an all day event in true spirit of the Prohibition era. Requesting guests dress in their 1930s best to celebrate while enjoying this all-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink cocktail party. Live Jazz music and an exclusive pre-Prohibition style lager by Batch 19 served. Tickets are $40.
The Farmer’s Cabinet
This place is 1930s style everyday, with its vintage decor and period food and drink, the folks at the Farmer’s Cabinet invite you to celebrate Repeal Day with them today. Period-themed cocktails will be served, along with beer, wine, and live music. The party begins at 8 pm and goes until the cat calls you home.
Prohibition Taproom
With a name like that the Prohibition Taproom’s celebration of Repeal Day goes without say. Beginning at 5 pm join Prohibition Taproom and their partner Founders Brewing Company for an evening of beer and cocktails. Prohibition Taproom is a proud sponsor of the National Constitution Center’s American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition exhibit and will be giving guests the opportunity to win tickets to the exhibition during a special 9 pm toast.
National Constitution Center
Looking for something a little more 1919? Visit the National Constitution Center’s American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition exhibit for an educational glance at the Volstad Act and it’s impact on America. A special Repeal Day event will be hosted from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm with special programming and talks throughout the day.
