Early BIRD Registration fees
UNTILJULY 15TH
HOSTED BY OutLoud Sports: Philly
Get ready—Philly Phest is coming soon! Dates are September 19-21, but this all-gender and she/they inclusive tournament will feature Kickball, Dodgeball, Billiards and Cornhole in a weekend packed with high-energy games, connection, and celebration. Players from across the region (and beyond) will come together to represent queer athleticism at its finest. Expect fun, fierce competition, and a community that brings the party just as hard as the play.
2025 Phestival Events
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FRIDAY
KICKOFF PARTY
7:00-10:00pm
@254 Philadelphia
Drink specials, live entertainment
and performances, DJ, and more throughout
this multi-level bar and club -
SATURDAY
HAPPY HOUR EVENTS/PRE GAMES
6:00-8:00pm
@Various Philly Gayborhood Bars
DANCE PARTY
8:00-midnight
@254 Philadelphia -
SUNDAY
CLOSING BLOCK PARTY
4:00-8:00pm
On Camac Street
DJ, drink specials,
beer garden and more! -
KICKBALL
Locations: Smith Playground (South Philly) & Marconi Plaza
Dates: Saturday, September 20th & Sunday, September 21st
Team Divisions: All Gender (Advanced and Social) + She/They (Advanced and Social)
Tournament Format
Day 1 involves round-robin games where teams are grouped into pods, each team playing three games to determine their seeding for the next day.
Day 2 features a single elimination tournament. Based on the previous day's results, teams are seeded into multiple divisions.
Team Requirements
Teams must have a minimum of 12 players.
Registration Costs
$60 per player starting June 15th
$70 per player after July 15th
$80 per player after August 15th
Participant Perks
Each participant receives a tournament T-shirt and wristband, along with access to all events.
Awards
All Gender & She/They Advanced team will enjoy free entry to the Sin City Classic 2026.
Dodgeball
Location: Friends Select School
Dates: Saturday, September 20th and Sunday, September 21st
Divisions: Advanced and Recreation Divisions
Team Max: 14
Tournament Format
Day 1: Round robin matches
Teams will play seven (7) 12-minute matches to qualify for seeding.
Day 2: Single elimination tournament
Brackets
Brackets are determined by location and through a blind draw.
Team Requirements
On Court: 10 players
Roster Maximum: 13 players
Registration Costs
$60 per player starting June 15th
$70 per player after July 15th
$80 per player after August 15th
CORNHOLE
Location: TBD
Dates: Sunday, September 21st
Teams: Up to 16 teams (min 2/max 4 per team)
Format: 2 v 2
Tournament Format
Day 1: Round robin matches followed by a single elimination bracket
Team Requirements
Minimum of 2 players per team / Maximum of 4
Registration Costs
$35 per player starting June 15th
$40 per player after July 15th
$45 per player after August 15th
Billiards
Location: 254 Philadelphia
Dates: Saturday, September 20th & Sunday, September 21st
Teams: Up To 24 teams competing in a two-day event
Format: 8-Ball Doubles
Tournament Format
Day 1: Round Robin pool play (teams will play multiple matches)
Day 2: Single-elimination bracket based on seeding from Day 1
Team Requirements
All teams must have only 2 players
Registration Costs
$40 per player starting June 15th
$45 per player after July 15th
$50 per player after August 15th